My Grandfathers Prize
I have had this brass bell for over 60 years. It was my Grandfathers and he always had it in a place of honor in his office. He fought during WW1 in France.
I don't know when this item came into his possession but I know it was important to him. The figure on top looks to be wearing Cold Weather Gear as seen on many B52 pilots during High Altitude missions. Although the pack on his back does not seem to be a parachute. He has heavy mittens, head gear and boots. The bell is of an artillery shell or aerial bomb. The brass clacker is a spent brass bullet. One side of the bell has a Lion with the # 58 below. The other side has a RAF emblem with a crown.
Any information on this piece would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you
Heston68