WWI German Shrapnel Trench Art Paperweight – Large Battlefield Relic Display (7 1/8\" long)
Add a striking, conversation-piece relic to your WWI display or desk—an attributed German WWI artillery shrapnel fragment professionally mounted as a trench art style paperweight/desk ornament. The contrast of the raw black shrapnel against the nickel-tone base with ball finials makes this a standout collector-grade display.
HighlightsAttributed WWI German artillery shrapnel mounted as a desk/display piece
Large shrapnel fragment with dramatic jagged/pitted texture (battlefield-relic look)
Nickel/chrome-tone metal base with rounded corners for a clean presentation
Decorative ball finials/knobs including a stacked 3-ball finial on a post
Great for WWI trench art, battlefield relic, German militaria, or collector display
Approx. 7 1/8\" long
Overall very good vintage/antique condition with expected age wear and patina
No major damage or broken parts
Please note:The stacked three-ball finial can be rotated approximately 110 degrees, according to your preference; both orientations are depicted in the photographs.
No visible markings/inscriptions observed in the photos
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Will ship carefully packaged to protect the metal base and mounted shrapnel
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Long rectangular nickel/chrome-tone metal base with rounded corners
Large, irregular black shrapnel fragment mounted on top (craggy/pitted surface)
Polished ball finials/knobs: one at each end + a 3-ball stacked finial on a post
No readable maker marks or text visible in the photos
Condition shows age/patina and surface wear; no major damage or broken parts
Important: the 3-ball stack rotate/twist approx 110 degrees
Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
Country/Region of Origin: Germany (attributed)
Region of Origin: Europe
Theme: Militaria
Type: Trench Art / Paperweight / Desk Display
Material: Iron/Steel shrapnel; plated metal base
Color: Black / Silver
Brand: Unbranded
Handmade: Yes (trench art / mounted display style)
Length: 7 1/8 in
