{"product_id":"austrian-cavalry-officers-cartouche-bag-austro-hungarian-19th-century-1","title":"Austrian cavalry officers cartouche bag Austro-Hungarian 19th century","description":"Exceptional and unusual Victorian Austrian cavalry cartouche pouch, later repurposed into a cigar case, retaining its striking Imperial double-headed eagle insignia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece bridges military history and functional craftsmanship, originally a cavalry ammunition pouch (cartouche), transformed into a personal tobacco case—likely by or for a soldier or officer. The form, materials, and construction strongly reflect late 19th century Austro-Hungarian military equipment adapted for civilian or off-duty use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey Features:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Austrian cavalry cartouche pouch form\u003cbr\u003eRepurposed into a cigar \/ cheroot case\u003cbr\u003eProminent Imperial Austro-Hungarian double eagle badge\u003cbr\u003eBrass construction with period shaping and riveted details\u003cbr\u003eHinged opening with red lined interior\u003cbr\u003eCompact and tactile, with strong display presence\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Context:\u003cbr\u003eCartouche boxes were used by cavalry units to carry ammunition. Repurposing such items into personal effects like cigar cases was not uncommon in the Victorian period, reflecting both practicality and sentimentality. The Imperial eagle firmly places this within the Austro-Hungarian sphere, adding strong collector appeal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthentic antique condition with age-related wear\u003cbr\u003eSurface patina, marks, and signs of use to brass\u003cbr\u003eInterior lining worn but present\u003cbr\u003eHinge functional and structure solid\u003cbr\u003eNo major damage – displays exceptionally well\u003cbr\u003eNotes:\u003cbr\u003eA rare crossover piece appealing to militaria, tobacciana, and trench-style craft collectors. Items combining original military function with later personal adaptation are increasingly sought after.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrack Page Views With\u003cbr\u003eAuctiva's Counter","brand":"Montagues Emporium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57935782838659,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/0115\/9299\/files\/479820c6-b4ed-4e63-b6f5-d2c68242a85e.jpg?v=1777450682","url":"https:\/\/montaguesemporium.co.uk\/products\/austrian-cavalry-officers-cartouche-bag-austro-hungarian-19th-century-1","provider":"Montagues Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}