British 1897 3 Pdr Brass Shell Case Four Person BOB C – Munitionsfabrik Cassel (Kassel)

C – Munitionsfabrik Cassel (Kassel)

I recently attended the location where Hindenburg Farm was situated

Lighters like this were not only vital for lighting cigarettes but also used for tasks ranging from lighting stoves to signaling

dated 1941

British 1897 3 Pdr Brass Shell Case Four Person BOB C – Munitionsfabrik Cassel (Kassel)This 1897 Naval Case is in good condition for its age; slight neck cracks and two minor dings. Further cleaning required. Markings include: II*; A in a circle; 2 x punch marks; 1 in a circle; 3 N 97; C. F F F. The Primer is a No 2 III, dated 3 14. The Mk II* is a conversion from Mk II from a push in primer to a screw in primer ; 3 N 97 signifying manufacture date of March 1897 and N for Naval use. Its been re filled and re used at least twice.