Germany, Empire. An Aviator’s Aeroplane Wing Desk Ashtray GTRexclude obverse illustrating a winged mortar

obverse illustrating a winged mortar and pestal backed by a set of scales

and Germany (Third Reich): West Wall Medal (bronzed zinc

forming an "IX" above and a "60" below

Adventure (Scout Cruiser)

with period wear on reverse hilt

Germany, Empire. An Aviator’s Aeroplane Wing Desk Ashtray GTRexclude obverse illustrating a winged mortarThis 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