Lot 08385

WWI Military Trench Art: The soldiers used empty shell cases to manufacture a variety of objects, including lighters, vases, photoframes, ashtrays, etc. This is a nice example of brass petrol lighter in the shape of a book, not working. It is engraved & nicely decorated on both sides, with the inscriptions “Salonique 1917-18” on one side and the initials “L A” on the other. It measures 43x65x10mm. and weighs 86gr. In excellent condition.