Original British WWI Royal Flying Corps Named Bulldog's Head Cigar Holder with Cigar - Dated 1915
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Original Item: One of a Kind A wonderful wooden Cigar storage holder with carved BULL DOG HEAD top with amber glass eyes actually still containing an old Cigar, which probably is a lot younger than the container. Standing just 9", tall the Cigar Case bears a small metal shield stamped or engraved:-
LT. W. REID
R.F.C.
1915
The R.F.C. abbreviation of course stands for Royal Flying Corps, the predecessor of the Royal Air Force (R.A.F.). The cover of the cigar holder is a dramatic Bull Dog's Head most beautifully carved. No doubt the original Pet of Lt. Reid that awaited his return from War. Dating from early in the war, this most likely accompanied the owner on many missions, hopefully successful.
A very rare and nostalgic item carried by one of England's earliest fighter pilots with lots of research potential if you care to follow up online or with the National Army Museum in London. Ready to display!
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