A First War German Hindenburg Matchbox Cover GTRexclude In stamped pebbled steel with

In stamped pebbled steel with brass faceplate affixed by two welded prongs

1949 at Benacadie

six rows of gold wire bullion overlaying five rows of gold bullion wire

Supreme Commander

223 (Fighter) Group (May 1

A First War German Hindenburg Matchbox Cover GTRexclude In stamped pebbled steel withA First War (Imperial) German matchbox cover; depicting a portrait of Paul von Hindenburg on both sides of the cover; constructed of stamped brass; consisting of three sides, slightly bent to pinch the matchbox, thereby holding it in place; the four side is left open to strike the match on the igniter strip; measuring 60 mm x 39 mm; overall better than very fine condition. Footnote: Prior to the invention of the safety match, the production of matches