WW2 British 25-Pounder Brass Shell Case – Dated 1944 – Marked Base Stamp

An original Second World War British 25-Pounder brass shell case, clearly dated 1944 with fully stamped base markings indicating wartime manufacture.

The 25-Pounder field gun was the principal artillery weapon of the British Army during the Second World War, widely used by Commonwealth forces across Europe, North Africa, and Asia. Surviving shell cases such as this represent tangible relics of the enormous industrial effort that supported Allied artillery during the war.

With its clearly stamped headstamp and classic brass construction, this example makes an attractive and historically meaningful display piece for collectors of WWII militaria and artillery.

Historical Context – The British 25-Pounder

The Ordnance QF 25-pounder was introduced in the late 1930s and quickly became the backbone of British and Commonwealth field artillery throughout the Second World War.

Renowned for its reliability and versatility, the gun could deliver both high explosive and smoke rounds with impressive accuracy. By 1944, the 25-Pounder was heavily engaged in major Allied operations including:

The Italian Campaign

The Normandy landings and liberation of Western Europe

Ongoing operations across multiple theatres of war

The brass cartridge cases used with the gun were robustly constructed to withstand repeated firing and extraction under battlefield conditions.

Features

Original WW2 British 25-Pounder brass shell case

Clearly dated 1944

Fully stamped base headstamp markings

Classic brass construction

Authentic Allied artillery relic

Attractive and substantial display piece

These shell cases often carry manufacturer codes and production details, offering insight into wartime munitions manufacturing.

Collector & Display Value

Ideal for:

Collectors of WW2 British militaria

Artillery and ordnance historians

Commonwealth military history collections

Museum or educational displays

Military vehicle and artillery enthusiasts

Shell cases from the 25-Pounder remain among the most recognisable artefacts of Allied artillery during WWII.

Condition

Original wartime condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with service and storage. Base markings remain clearly visible. Please refer to photographs for full details of condition.