Collar boxes were used for the storage of the stiff, starched collars that were sold as a separate item to collarless shirts. These were fastened by collar studs, on the front and back. These collarswere in vogue from the late 1800's to around the 1920'sA round black collar box containing 2 collars. Collars are of a stiff white material and have pointed ends.On lid in gold writing "Collars Made in England"costume collars container

BROWN LEATHER HORSESHOE-SHAPED CASE FOR MEN'S ACCESSORIES, LEATHER STRAP CLOSURE; CONTAINING A PAIR OF METAL ARMBANDS AND SEVEN COLLAR STUDSlocal history, personal effects, containers, costumes, accessories male

Item could date later if used by someone wearing ceremonial or uniform dress collars after collar attached shirts became the norm rep[lacing detachable collars for everyday wear.Small leather- look composition board, horseshoe shaped collar box with thin real leather strap and buckle fastening. Saddle stitched on outer edges, inside box is lined with paper printed with faux alligator or crocodile skin pattern in sepia colour.On top of lid in right lower corner: 'Collars' in faded gilt cursive printed text.costume accessories, male, personal effects, travel goods

Six sided box made for keeping collar studs etc. Yellow with light green opaque base and trim on lid which has a yellow stud ornament. Include a number of studs.costume accessories, male, personal effects, containers

Item is part of a collection of sewing tools donated by Betty McPhee.Imitation leather box containing collar studs,cuff links and pins.For Studs, Links, Pins etc.costume accessories, male