French WW1 Souvenir “Trench Art” Tobacco Lighter. “LA GUERRE”. 1 15/16” diameter x 2 1/2” tall at striker wheel x 1/2” thick. Brass body, copper alloy 1 7/16” diameter discs on each side. This two-metal use is very scarce in these lighters, all brass is far more common. One side shows a screaming woman, her mouth wide open and her hair strands flying out around her, below is a sickle blade and “LA GUERRE”, (“THE WAR”, how apt)! The reverse has a shield with leaves and scroll surrounding. The shield was to be engraved with an owners initials, this has not be executed on this example. In these lighters the striker wheel assembly is tapered into the body of the lighter, and is attached by friction while pressing it into the body. The striker wheel rolls freely, I have not attempted to remove it to put in a new flint. An original un-used wick is covered with a threaded cap. This lighter is complete and in excellent condition. The wick cap or striker assembly are often missing on many examples. This brass and copper Lighter is outstanding, complete and having the incredible illustration showing a scary reaction to the terrible war. This French WW1 “LA GUERRE” Souvenir “Trench Art” Tobacco Lighter is one of the best! Price: $150.00 (ref. B-9081)