Original U.S. WWII China Marine Silver Cigarette Case TSINGTAO, CHINA - Set of 2 Japanese Military Maps It could have been polished

It could have been polished

the left frame bears the patent markings and serial number:

Sergeant's Sticks are a larger version of Swagger sticks most often associated with Officers who carried then under their right arm

In summary

Original U.S. WWII China Marine Silver Cigarette Case TSINGTAO, CHINA - Set of 2 Japanese Military Maps It could have been polishedOriginal Item: One of a kind set. This is a set of two silver cigarette cases that date from just after WWII. The first case is inscribed on the top: COMPLIMENTS OF THE STAFF NCO CLUB FMF WESPAC TSINGTAO, CHINA The front has an intricate engraved dragon design. The reverse features and engraved scene of the Chinese countryside and town with Pagoda, Lakes and Mountains. The case is offered in excellent condition with functional clasp and release button