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A composite matchbox-ashtray
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A composite matchbox-ashtray
A composite matchbox-ashtray made from a bullet cartridge and mounted on an 18 pounder shell case. Engraved Messines, June 7th 1917 - France and Belgium with an image in copper of a British tank. Trench Art
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Ashtray Bullet Cartridge Case Composite Copper Engraved Matchbox Messines Mounted Pounder Shell Tank Tanks Topographical Trench Made
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This intriguing composite matchbox-ashtray is a unique piece of military trench art from World War I. The item is made from a repurposed 18 pounder shell case, which was commonly used in the British artillery during the war. The shell case has been skillfully mounted with a bullet cartridge, transformed into a functional ashtray. The exterior of the shell case is engraved with the date "June 7th, 1917" and the location "Messines, France and Belgium." The historical significance of this date is tied to the Battle of Messines, a major British victory during the war. The centerpiece of this trench art piece is an image of a British tank, intricately crafted in copper. The tank, a symbol of the innovative military technology of the time, adds to the historical value and visual appeal of the ashtray. Trench art, created by soldiers and civilians during times of war, reflects the creativity and resourcefulness of those living through the conflict. This composite matchbox-ashtray is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of those who experienced the horrors of the First World War. The intricate details and historical significance make this a valuable addition to any military history or topographical collection.
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