Shell, Artillery

37.5.5
Shell casing, World War I
Shell casing, World War I
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Title
Shell casing, World War I
Creation Date
1917
Materials

Dimensions

9.25 in H Item (Overall)

8.75 in Diameter

Count
1
Maker's Mark
"karlsruhe" "patronenfabirk" "1917" "116" "SP255" "OKT" "SB 14w" "JL"
Description
Shell Casing, Picked up off the battle fields of France during the World War by Mrs. J.E. Keogh's son. Stamped on the bottom is "karlsruhe" "patronenfabirk" along with small grenades. "1917","116" "SP255", and "OKT" are also stamped on the bottom. "SB 14w" and "JL" is stamped in the center of the bottom. 
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