Original U.S. WWI MkII Pineapple Grenade Converted for Homefront Use -War Savings Stamps Promotional Piggy Bank ERA General condition very good

General condition very good

which are definitely present on the barrel jacket of this example

A new "air cavalry" concept was pioneered

Overall a fine looking officer’s Shako

The upper left corner of the flag has a tan 7" x 9" wool backed patch with a blue border that reads:

Original U.S. WWI MkII Pineapple Grenade Converted for Homefront Use -War Savings Stamps Promotional Piggy Bank ERA General condition very goodOriginal Item: Only One Available. This hand grenade bank is loaned with the understanding that the bank named on the reverse side will donate the same as a reward for patriotic thrift when the holder saves and invests in one or more War Savings Stamps. These hand grenade savings banks are real MKII pineapple grenades, but were rendered inert by having the blasting cap fuse taken out as well as the explosive material inside. They are the exact same