About this objectBrass cigarette lighter, inscribed with decorative 'H' and 'Somme 1918'. The user made the spark come in contact with a wick by turning a flint wheel.
Rectangular shape made of brass with removable lid. On lifting lid, flint wheel is exposed as well as a small raised opening which held a wick. Decorative engraving on one side with initial 'H' across both parts of the lighter. 'Somme' and '1918' are engraved in smaller writing.
Date Made1918
Medium and MaterialsBrass and flint (missing wick).
