Italy, Kingdom. A Second World War Trench Art Commemorative Cigarette Case Province of China measuring 41 mm (w) x

measuring 41 mm (w) x 48 mm (h)

situated above Student’s handwritten signature

1908-1916 Friedrich II Silver Medal of Merit - In toned silver

He liked school but quit school between ages 19 and 20 as he wanted to go to work

four crowns at corners

Italy, Kingdom. A Second World War Trench Art Commemorative Cigarette Case Province of China measuring 41 mm (w) xConstructed of aluminum, the exterior featuring hand hammered pebbling, the lid bearing a central monogram surrounded by inscriptions of ITALIA, LIBIA, EGITTO, and INDIA, the reverse bearing terrain reminiscent of North Africa surrounded by tanks, plans, and artillery, opening with a functional push button spring release to reveal a hollow interior retaining a cotton strap, unmarked, measuring 8 cm (w) x 11 cm (l), a unique example of functional