Germany, Imperial. A Cartridge Box GTRexclude GESCH” and “25444

GESCH” and “25444

the reverse bears a light backer

Private Joseph Hardy enlisted at Bishop Auckland Sub District

Schwartner

Germany, Imperial. A Cartridge Box GTRexclude GESCH” and “25444(Kartuschekasten). Constructed of multiple pieces of blackened leather, consisting of a hollow shell featuring an alligator style textured finish, embroidered with a lid flap bearing a gilded bronze monogram of Kaiser Wilhelm topped by a royal crown, with three magnetic metal studs emanating from the bottom of the shell, with the central stud fastening to a leather strap stitched to the back of the shell for secure close, unmarked, measuring 12 cm (w)