Czechoslovakia, Socialist Republic. A Unique Large Calibre Trench Art Brass Shell United Republic of residue in the recessed areas

residue in the recessed areas from polishing

displaying a nice texture in the fabric

A two-piece construction badge constructed of tombac

maker marked “L/53” for Hymmen & Co

toned with correct replacement ribbon

Czechoslovakia, Socialist Republic. A Unique Large Calibre Trench Art Brass Shell United Republic of residue in the recessed areasAn ornate large calibre Czechoslovakian Army trench art brass shell, with the exterior machine filed and fitted with ribbing of various depth, culminating in a tapering upper quarter which transitions into an opening with a rim and hollow interior, the base bears a number of markings, including a manufacture date of 1955, a Czechoslovakian Army acceptance code consisting of a number 55 flanked by crossed swords, a mark of OTV indicating approval by