is still a lucky charm, and anyone who has one of these rarities is a lucky collector. The heads are a very different shape, made of black glass or very occasionally plastic, and the front of the shirt is marked LUCKY LUCE - if anyone knows why I’d love to know the story.
With the great popularity of the Fums Ups other variations emerged as the War went on - and continued through WWII as well. This round version didn’t move, the hands are attached in the up position, and this is the version that was further personalised in the different army hats, and even a female [...]
Check this one out on eBay - it seems to be handmade. click here for the AUCTION
Took me awhile but I have some interesting pictures of various ‘Fums Up’ Touch Wood’ Touch Wud’ etc. I have a friend (who shall remain nameless at his/her request) who has an extensive collection and has agreed to share some pictures.
I think the progression of these is particularly interesting, from the 1914-16 reg. marks [...]
