A First War German Pickelhaube “Souvenir Of France” Matchbox Cover Auction 8 mm x 49 mm

8 mm x 49 mm

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A First War German Pickelhaube “Souvenir Of France” Matchbox Cover Auction 8 mm x 49 mmA First War (Imperial) German Pickelhaube matchbox cover; depicting a German pointed cap and a banner with the inscription Souvenir of France; constructed of pressed brass; consisting of three sides slightly bent to pinch the matchbox and thereby hold it in place; the fourth side is left open to strike the match on the igniter strip; measuring 60 mm x 42 mm x 18 mm; overall better than very fine condition. Footnote: Prior to the invention of the