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*WORLD WAR I* vintage USA/FRANCE militaria
*WORLD WAR I* vintage USA/FRANCE militaria
*WORLD WAR I* vintage USA/FRANCE militaria
*WORLD WAR I* vintage USA/FRANCE militaria
*WORLD WAR I* vintage USA/FRANCE militaria
*WORLD WAR I* vintage USA/FRANCE militaria

*WORLD WAR I* vintage USA/FRANCE militaria "FRAMED WAR HANDKERCHIEF"

$ 20.58

Availability: 44 in stock
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: France
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Condition: *WORLD WAR I* vintage USA/FRANCE militaria "FRAMED WAR HANDKERCHIEF" This is an original World War I souvenir handkerchief made in France circa 1918 as a memento for soldiers to carry, mail to loved ones, or frame upon returning home. These became extremely popular in the United States and other countries as keepsakes for G.I.s returning from the "Great War". Handkerchief is made of silk and measures approximately 12" x 12" with lithographed images of military and political leaders, weapons of war, and flags of the warring nations. Mounted on a red felt background under glass, this antique keepsake shows vivid colors, graphics, and French print reading: "Souvenir de la Grande Guerre 1914-1918". Only minor wear and staining are visible as cloth appears well-preserved including the original fold lines from when it was pocket sized. Wooden frame has outside dimensions of 16 1/4" x 13 1/4" with a loosened cardboard backer. Please study photos for your best assessment of condition.

    Description

    *WORLD WAR I* vintage USA/FRANCE militaria "FRAMED WAR HANDKERCHIEF"
    This is an original World War I souvenir handkerchief made in France circa 1918 as a memento for soldiers to carry, mail to loved ones, or frame upon returning home. These became extremely popular in the United States and other countries as keepsakes for G.I.s
    returning from the "Great War".
    Handkerchief is made of silk and measures approximately 12" x 12" with lithographed images of military and political leaders, weapons of war, and flags of the warring nations. Mounted on a red felt background under glass, this antique keepsake shows vivid colors, graphics, and French print reading: "Souvenir de la Grande Guerre 1914-1918". Only minor wear and staining are visible as cloth appears well-preserved including the original fold lines from when it was pocket sized. Wooden frame has outside dimensions of 16 1/4" x 13 1/4" with a loosened cardboard backer. Please study photos for your best assessment of condition.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      ***Good luck and bid with confidence - genuine quality merchandise from our 60 year shop collection!***