Lot 08399

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, copper & chrome petrol lighter in the shape of a book, probably not working. It is engraved “Salonique” on one side and nicely decorated on the other, with an engraving of a house and a mosque. It measures 38x57x10mm. and weighs 68gr. In excellent condition.