Germany, Imperial. A First War Bracelet Archive No 18" in Gothic script

No 18" in Gothic script flanked by the same ornate lacing and lattice work as that used on the ricasso side

hallmarked PRATA 1000

The fittings on the scabbard are also in matte finished brass

later writing: "Late in December

Germany, Imperial. A First War Bracelet Archive No 18" in Gothic script(Erster Weltkrieg Armband). Constructed of gilded magnetic metal, the exterior with a black enameled Iron Cross flanked by dates 19 (missing the 14) and 1915, opening with a functional snap button release and catch chain, the interior with an etched inscription of WEIHNACHTEN 1915 (CHRISTMAS 1915), the interior diameter measuring 50 mm (w) x 60 mm (l), in better than very fine condition.