WW2 RAF ROLLS ROYCE MERLIN ENGINE PISTON ASHTRAY WINSTON CHURCHILL SPEECH

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Up for auctionis an RAF ashtray made from a Piston as used in a Rolls Royce Merlin Aero Engine. It is inscribed with the famous Speech by Winston Churchill:- ''Never in the Field of Human Conflict Has So Much Been Owed By So Many To So Few'' RAF crest and Motto in the Centre, below this is inscribed:- ''Made From A Rolls Royce Merlin Engine Piston As Used In The Battle Of Britain-August-October 1940'' On the base is:- ''Made In England'' Apparently these were made in limited numbers just after WW2 for RAFA to raise funds for Ex-RAF personal. It is in very good condition with no major dents or deep scratches, just the usual marks through light usage. I would suggest that it was more likely used as an ornament than an ashtray. If you need any more information or pictures, please contact me with enough time for my response. Thank you for looking and good luck if you are bidding. Please note that all buyers must wait until I have worked out the postal cost before paying please. I will send the item via signed for postage. If you require extra insurance, please ask. All over seas buyers must have International signed for and agree with their terms.