WW1 Somme Battlefield Iron Relic Authentic Great War Collectible

This substantial WW1 iron battlefield relic was found in the Battlefields of the Somme, one of the most historically significant landscapes of the First World War. Heavy, timeworn, and full of authentic surface age, it offers a rare chance to own a tangible piece of Great War history in honest, untouched relic condition.

This iron relic is empty, having been fired, and is offered strictly as a historical display collectible. The exact country of origin is unknown.

Key Features

• Authentic WW1 iron battlefield relic
• Found in the Battlefields of the Somme, France
• Associated with the First World War / Great War period
• Heavy iron construction with genuine age and surface patina
• Empty as it has been fired
• Country of origin unknown
• Offered as a historical display relic or militaria collectible
• Authentic relic condition with visible wear, rust, marks, and age
• Ideal for WW1 collectors, military history enthusiasts, battlefield history displays, or study collections
• A tangible piece of Somme battlefield history
• Display only — not a toy and not suitable for children

Dimensions

• Height: approximately 18cm–20cm
• Diameter: approximately 8cm
• Unpacked weight: 2.45kg

Perfect for

• WW1 militaria collectors
• Somme battlefield history enthusiasts
• Great War display collections
• Trench art and battlefield relic displays
• Military history study rooms
• Museum-style home displays
• Collectors of authentic iron relics and historical objects

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Shipping

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Condition & authenticity

This is an authentic WW1 battlefield relic in aged, found condition. It shows rust, surface wear, marks, and signs of long-term age, all consistent with a battlefield iron relic from the Somme. It is empty, having been fired, and is sold strictly as a historical display collectible. The country of origin and exact original military use are unknown, so no specific attribution is made. Please review all photographs carefully before purchase.

For buyer reassurance, historic battlefield items should always be handled responsibly and kept as display pieces only. This item is not suitable for children.