Domestic object - Case, spectacles, spectacles Case, 1900-1960

Historical information

Frederick James Gill operated from the early part of the 20th century, through until around the 1960’s. He died in Warrnambool in 1961. There is still a jeweller operating from the same site today.

Significance

A common item with a link to a Warrnambool business

Physical description

Dark red and black patterned hard case with rounded corners. Lined with cream satin with black felt insert. Metal hinges.

Inscriptions & markings

Oval sticker: Gill’s jewellers, watchmakers Warrnambool.

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