British WWI Patriotic Hankie, "It's A Long Way To Tipperary"
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $35.00

Original era manufacture. Printed cotton handkerchief, measuring 18x20 inches. Printed design depicts a column of marching "Tommies", with the lyrics to the popular song of the day, "It'sA Long Way to Tipperary" above. Light staining from age, lightly faded as shown. In each corner is an image of the Victoria Cross, and to the sides the crossed flags of the Allies. Likely pre 1917 manufacture as the American flag is not shown. Few tiny holes, no tears.