Metal container, 1914

Physical description

Pressed metal container with hinged lid. Lid decoratively embossed. Would have contained troop comforts sponsored by Queen Mary

Inscriptions & markings

Decoratively embossed lid. Profile of QueenMary at centre.surrounded by laurel wreath. "M" on each side. Perimeter of decorative symbols and words: Imperium Brittanicum, Japan, Russia, Monte Negro, Servia, Belgium, France, Russia. Christmas 1914

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