Not sure who the cut was, so I had to Wikipedia him. Looks like a jewish boxer from the 1920-30's. 72-4, not a bad record in 3 weight divisions, and looks like there is a "Good Luck" inscription on it.
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If you can't see, the base is a First Raids On Japan 11/40
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If you can't see, the base is a First Raids On Japan 11/40