A Pair of WW1 French 37mm Brass Cartridge Case 37-85 PD.Ps

This is an authentic pair of  French 37mm brass cartridge cases, stamped 37-85 PD.Ps.  Jan 1918/April 1918, is a lovely pair of Trench art from the World War I artillery history. Originally designed for the Mle 1885 37mm Hotchkiss gun, these casings was manufactured in 1918 as the war was coming to its end.

The 37mm Hotchkiss gun played a crucial role in both ground and naval warfare, used by French and Allied forces for infantry support and fortification defence. This brass cartridge cases, carefully preserved over a century, features clear headstamp markings, providing insight into its origin and wartime use, and is fully decorated to the outside.

These pieces are sought after by military collectors, historians, and enthusiasts, this rare artillery casing serves as a tangible link to the battlefields of World War I. Ideal for display in a collection.