Functional object - Five cell metal torch c. 1950s

Significance

The five cell metal torch from c. 1950s has local significance due to being used by Wodonga resident, Bill Harris, in his youth, as well as historical significance due to its age and representativeness.

Physical description

Metal torch with a plated yellow surface around the light bulb and a long grip with repeated bands of three lines in the surface and a sliding on-off button.

Inscriptions & markings

"EVEREADY / TRADE-MARK / MADE IN HONG KONG" - on the base of the torch.

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