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Lot #3484
Lot #3486

Lot 3485: Extraordinary Sterling Silver Presentation Cigarette Case with I

Extraordinary Sterling Silver Presentation Cigarette Case with Imperial German Flying Corps Decoration, Inscription and Signatures

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Lot 3485: Extraordinary Sterling Silver Presentation Cigarette Case with I

Extraordinary Sterling Silver Presentation Cigarette Case with Imperial German Flying Corps Decoration, Inscription and Signatures

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2011

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Extraordinary Sterling Silver Presentation Cigarette Case with Imperial German Flying Corps Decoration, Inscription and Signatures

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Type: Other
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Catalog Page: 278
Class: Other
Description:

Measuring 3 inches diameter and 2 5/8 inches tall with lid, this silver case bears a set of three hallmarks on the underside. The lid is engraved with a simplified 1914 Iron Cross design, with the arms bearing miniature badges; (clockwise from top) a gunnery badge, pilot qualification badge, land pilot badge and an observers badge. The body is engraved with a laurel topped with a "34" containing the inscription "DAS OFFIZERS/Kpf.-GESCHW.4/DEM/HAUPTMANN H. GEYER/FUHRER FL.-ABT.34/ 12-12-1915" (the officers/fighter squadron 4/to/Captain H. Geyer/Leader of Flight Group 34/December 12, 1915), along with eight signatures around the body. The bottom is hallmarked with what writer believes to be maker's marks with silver content, most likely sterling.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, with a few areas of dark patina and mild handling marks. Detail in the engraving and on the badges is excellent.



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