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WWI Military Cordite Shell Case

Name: WWI Military Cordite Shell Case
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA999651
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

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Description

Good example of an original early 20th century WWI era shell case, used in battle to carry artillery ammunition. It is covered in cordite and has a tin lining. It has a very nice painted armorial coat of arms applied to the front of the carrier.

These shell carriers are now commonly used as stick stands and make great decorative pieces.

It is in good condition for its age and has a beautiful worn and aged patina. There are some general marks and scuffs and some losses and fading to the coat of arms but nothing untoward for a piece like this. It would have originally had a carrying handle but that isn't really detrimental. There is some minor corrosion on the bottom of the tin liner but overall it displays very well.

Approximate Measurements:

Height : 20 1/2" (52cm)

Inner Diameter : 5 1/2" (14cm)

Base Diameter : 7 1/2" (19cm)

The best description comes from the photographs so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £15

Physical Dimensions

Height

52cm (20.47")

Width

19cm (7.48")

Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

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SA999651

Description

These shell carriers are now commonly used as stick stands and make great decorative pieces.

It is in good condition for its age and has a beautiful worn and aged patina.

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There are some general marks and scuffs and some losses and fading to the coat of arms but nothing untoward for a piece like this.

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

It would have originally had a carrying handle but that isn't really detrimental. There is some minor corrosion on the bottom of the tin liner but overall it displays very well.