Germany, Empire. An Aviator’s Aeroplane Wing Desk Ashtray GTRexclude by King Carol I

by King Carol I

SK)  Two-piece construction

Adventure (Scout Cruiser)

Charles William Fletcher died on May 31

with period wear on reverse hilt

Germany, Empire. An Aviator’s Aeroplane Wing Desk Ashtray GTRexclude by King Carol IThis ashtray is constructed of a wood core in the shape of a cross section of a wing that is hollowed out to allow for ashes to be placed from the tray into it. The tray itself is constructed of brass with a bowl in a dotted design, with three pebbled platforms to accommodate a lit cigarette. On the exterior of the wooden piece is an applique of an early airplane with a black enameled Iron Cross on each wing. The bottom of the ashtray is lined with a