Brass Shell - Karlsruhe Patronenfabrik

Name: Karlsruhe Patronenfabrik " Brass Shell"
 
Type: Brass trench art container crafted from spent artillery shells.
 
Year: Early 20th century, specifically World War I period, 1908–1915.
 
Set: No
 
Mark: Karlsruhe Patronenfabrik - "Patronenfabrik Karlsruhe," a notable German ammunition manufacturer. The dates inscribed, "1908" and "1915," place this item solidly within the World War I era.
 
History: This item is a brass trench art container crafted from spent artillery shells. It prominently displays engraved markings indicating production details including "Patronenfabrik Karlsruhe," a notable German ammunition manufacturer. The dates inscribed, "1908" and "1915," place this item solidly within the World War I era.
 
 
A fascinating piece of military history, this brass trench art container was expertly fashioned from World War I artillery casings. Bearing clear markings from the Karlsruhe Patronenfabrik, dated between 1908 and 1915, it exemplifies resourcefulness and artistic expression typical of trench art. Ideal for collectors of military memorabilia or early 20th-century metalwork, it offers both historical significance and visual appeal.
 
Flaws: No notable flaws other than wear and tear due to age