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Do artillery shells explode?
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Yes, if used properly, some artillery shells can explode. In the 19th century, artillery shells were designed to burst on impact causing shrapnel. Military collectors and firearm enthusiasts often proudly display artillery shells as vintage decor. Shop a selection of military memorabilia on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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World War I Artillery Shell Vase
Located in New Orleans, LA
World War I Artillery Shell Vase. Canadian shell base. Marked.
Category
Early 20th Century European Vases
Materials
Brass
Vintage Brass Artillery Shell Trench Art Table Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circa 1930s Trench Art Lamp fashioned from a brass artillery shell mounted to a brass base
Category
Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique WWI Trench Art Engraved Brass Artillery Shell Table Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Antique WWI Trench Art Engraved Brass Artillery Shell Table Lamp
Offered for sale is a unique and
Category
Early 20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1880s Leather English Army Artillery Shell Converted into An Ice Bucket
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1880s English army artillery shell converted into an ice bucket.
Category
Antique 1880s Barware
Materials
Leather
Polte Magdeburg 1911 WWI Brass Artillery Shell Casing Stool
Located in Hanover, MA
Massive World War I brass artillery shell case marked "Polte Magdeburg Juni 1911" fitted with
Category
Vintage 1910s German Folk Art Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass
Antique Royal Artillery Shell Carrier Stick Stand
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An impressive antique shell or cordite carrier featuring a royal crest, later used as a stick stand
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Antiquities
Materials
Leather, Canvas
