2nd AIF brass plaque, unknown

Historical information

Appears to be a 2nd AIF plaque which may have belonged to SGT Robert Henry Baxter.

Significance

An item which refers to the 2nd Australian imperial force and WW2.

Physical description

Solid Brass plaque from mold, World War 2 era

Inscriptions & markings

Plaque comprised of 2 areas(not parts) . Upper ,rising sun emblem marked "AUSTRALIAN COMMONWEALTH MILITARY FORCES" with the number 2 under the crown.
Lower, with lettering "A.I.F" on top of a tin helmet.
Back of plaque has no markings, is uneven from molding process and has not been filed to a smooth finish.

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