Germany, Empire. An Aviator’s Aeroplane Wing Desk Ashtray Hold Knight with Swords - Silver

Knight with Swords - Silver gilt and enamels

HARTFORD" on either side of the impressed number "295" on the edge

and Silesian Eagle 2nd Class

5803) Naming has been erased

Germany, Empire. An Aviator’s Aeroplane Wing Desk Ashtray Hold Knight with Swords - SilverThis 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