A British First War "Arras" Commemorative Matchbox Cover 1914-1919 Hold 36 mm (w) and is

36 mm (w) and is 2

reinforcing strap at the top with snap closure

while still a patient at Chelsea

The exterior exhibits moderate to heavy period use/wear

The exterior apple-green paint is overall reasonably well preserved with obvious signs of wear along the crown of the helmet

A British First War "Arras" Commemorative Matchbox Cover 1914-1919 Hold 36 mm (w) and isThick brass, engraved with a two flowered plant and dated "1914" and "1919" on the front panel, "ARRAS" on the spine and a two flowered plant and "HAPPY RETURN" on the back panel, with ornate designs throughout, 39. 3 mm x 57. 2 mm x 22. 7 mm, spotting evident on the front panel, near extremely fine.