Description: Here on offer is an early WW1 metal and celluloid matchbox cover, from The Edmonton Green Committee (London), in aid of the Wounded Soldiers’ Fund, 1914 – 1915. The front depicts the framed words: FromThe Edmonton Green CommitteeIn aid of the Wounded Soldiers’ Fund Then it also lists the names of the leading members, president, etc… Along the spine it reads: Souvenir of theGREAT WAR 1914 – 1915 Then on the back are the grouped flaps of the WW1 allied countries, such as France, Japan etc The whole matchbox cover is coated in a clear celluloid to protect the images. There is no damage to the celluloid as such, just some foxing/staining near the edges. The matchbox cover measures 2.4” (6cm) high by 1.6” (4cm) wide and is 0.9” (2.3cm) deep. It weighs 22g. Please see my pictures for the details of the condition, which complement this description. Please note that this item is also being offered for sale on my own website BOAS Militaria and therefore may be withdrawn at any time. International bidders please contact me with your details, for a shipping quote BEFORE purchasing.
Price: 35 GBP
Location: Bodmin
End Time: 2025-01-16T15:41:50.000Z
Shipping Cost: 24.92 GBP
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Item Specifics
Returns Accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Type: Matchbox cover
Clothing Type: Matchbox cover
Conflict: World War I (1914-1918)
Era: 1914-1945
Country/ Organization: Great Britain
Theme: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
