France, Republic. An Ornate Pin Box And Portrait Frame, C. 1915 GTRexclude Footnote: Sergeant G

Footnote: Sergeant G

marked “STH” for “Stahlhelm”

made an heroic retreat and was later to play a notable part in the breakout from Salonika that forced Bulgaria out of the First World War

nine measuring 8

he was mentioned in the Wehrmacht Report for demonstrating bravery during the retreating battles following the invasion of Normandy

France, Republic. An Ornate Pin Box And Portrait Frame, C. 1915 GTRexclude Footnote: Sergeant GA bronze gilt cast frame with ornate floral design around the edges and large bow with flowers at 12 oclock, hosting a portrait of a young woman signed B. Guerard with glass covering, reverse presents a cloth backing with multiple claws, easel backing and loop ring for hanging, measures 109. 13mm (w) x 174mm (h laying flat), weighs 216. 8 grams, wear to gilt, easel hinge functional, overall very fine condition. A Decorative Pin box in a soft rococo