Original U.S. WWII China Marine Silver Cigarette Case TSINGTAO, CHINA - Set of 2 British Field Gear Each mount bears the pineapple

Each mount bears the pineapple symbol of the colony inlaid with a dark blue enamel backing

Merwin died in 1888 whereupon the Company became Hulbert Bros Co

Over 14" in overall length plus scabbard

Over the chamber it is marked faintly with ERFURT

These have always been extremely hard to find and are much prized by collectors

Original U.S. WWII China Marine Silver Cigarette Case TSINGTAO, CHINA - Set of 2 British Field Gear Each mount bears the pineappleOriginal Item: One of a kind set. This is a set of two silver cigarette cases that date from just after WWII. The first case is inscribed on the top: COMPLIMENTS OF THE STAFF NCO CLUB FMF WESPAC TSINGTAO, CHINA The front has an intricate engraved dragon design. The reverse features and engraved scene of the Chinese countryside and town with Pagoda, Lakes and Mountains. The case is offered in excellent condition with functional clasp and release button