$85.00
This is a classic, trench art match safe. The match safe was created primarily from a prewar Prussian enlisted man’s belt buckle. The belt buckle center does not have any dents, which makes it an excellent example. It has a period matchbox in place. Even a striking surface has been added.
It is a winsome little reminder of a bygone era.
PRUSSIA – MATCHBOX – FASHIONED FROM AN ENLISTED MAN’S BRASS BELT BUCKLE
This is a classic, trench art match safe. The match safe was created primarily from a prewar Prussian enlisted man’s belt buckle. The belt buckle center does not have any dents, which makes it an excellent example. It has a period matchbox in place. Even a striking surface has been added.
It is a winsome little reminder of a bygone era.
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PRUSSIA – MATCHBOX – FASHIONED FROM AN ENLISTED MAN’S BRASS BELT BUCKLE
This is a classic, trench art match safe. The match safe was created primarily from a prewar Prussian enlisted man’s belt buckle. The belt buckle center does not have any dents, which makes it an excellent example. It has a period matchbox in place. Even a striking surface has been added.
It is a winsome little reminder of a bygone era.
| Dimensions | 2.5 × 1.5 × .75 in |
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$30.00
This is a glass ashtray which commemorates the Völkerschlachtdenkmal in Leipzig. This is a massive monument which was dedicated in 1913 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Napoleonic wars……
This is a glass ashtray which commemorates the Völkerschlachtdenkmal in Leipzig. This is a massive monument which was dedicated in 1913 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Napoleonic wars. This was a major year in German history and there was much going on to honor German’s role in these wars. This monument is every bit as impressive today as it was nearly 100 years ago and Kaiser Wilhelm II and the King of Saxony were both there for its dedication.
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$150.00
This is a compact cigar cutter fashioned from an artillery shell fuse, and so is considered a “trench art” piece (wherein interesting battlefield debris was converted to patriotically-themed items). The cigar cutter stands 5 ¼” tall and measures 3 ½” in diameter at its base. It is quite substantial, weighing 2 lbs. and 8 oz…..
GERMANY – CIGAR CUTTER – FASHIONED FROM ARTILLERY SHELL FUSE
This is a compact cigar cutter fashioned from an artillery shell fuse, and so is considered a “trench art” piece (wherein interesting battlefield debris was converted to patriotically-themed items). The cigar cutter is quite substantial, weighing 2 lbs. and 8 oz. The fuse’s top has a piece added whereby a cigar’s end can be neatly cut off by inserting it through its opening. An eagle has been stamped on the top.
The fuse’s base reveals the threads by which it was screwed onto the artillery shell’s top, as well as a number scale for setting the fuse prior to its being screwed in. The fuse’s side displays information reading “Dopp. Z. 98/Sb.”
It is an intriguing desk accessory for your desk or collector’s room table. You can also use it when enjoying your favorite cigar.
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$750.00
This is a highly unusual, detailed metal tobacco box from 1750 to 1775, during Frederick the Great’s (Friedrich der Große) reign. He was the first of the well-known Prussian kings, the man who set Prussia (later Germany) on its course toward a greater role in European politics……
TOBACCO BOX – ERA 1750 – 1775 – FREDERICK THE GREAT’S TIME
This is a highly unusual, detailed metal tobacco box from 1750 to 1775, during Frederick the Great’s (Friedrich der Große) reign. He was the first of the well-known Prussian kings, the man who set Prussia (later Germany) on its course toward a greater role in European politics.
The brass box measures 6 1/4″ x 1 3/4,” and weighs 6 ounces. The box is hinged.
The box’s top depicts the Prussian Army at battle. Part of the battlefield is labeled “Prussian Armee,” while the other section is labeled “Schwerin’s Armee.” It is all dated 6 May 1757. To the left is a description of the action in which the Prussian Army vanquished the Austrians. To the right, the King of Prussia and his (period) military commanders are listed.
The box’s bottom reveals a scene where mounted generals looking down at a battle in a valley. The date, 31 July 1760, and the battle’s name are mentioned. The wording on the top and bottom has faded somewhat from age. The box’s bottom half has some damage to one corner, where a 3/4″ portion of the metal trim is missing.
This is an amazing piece that depicts Germany’s military history of more than two-hundred-fifty-years ago.
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