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107th Pioneers - Presentation Matchbox Holder, 1911.
6.2cm (2.4in) x 4cm (1.6in) x 2cm (0.8in).
Silver. Of rectangular form, a matchbox holder, engraved with crowned crossed axes and title ‘107 / Pioneers’, and inscribed verso ‘The Officers / From / Lt F.H.F Hornor / at joining / 18-V-11’. Maker’s mark of Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd, 112 Reghent Street, London. Hallmarked London 1911-12.
Major Francis Harold Fardell Hornor MC (1888-1958).
107th Pioneers traced their origins to 1788 and won a string of battle honours as combat engineers. During the First World War they served with distinction at the Battle of Neuve Chapelle on the Western Front and later in Mesopotamia.
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- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
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