cigarette case

Description

Identification note: note: made for Mr Hiscock of Sharcott Mill near Pewsey

Summary: 1 aluminium engraved cigarette case made by an Italian Prisoner Of War for a resident of Pewsey, circa 1944. Engraved on front: man on a horse in a military uniform, carrying a sword and wearing a helmet, possibly Roman or Medieval. Back: man on ski's with mountains in the background. Inside: fruit blossom with leafs and branches. Very good condition.


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