"Christmas 1914" Box

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Posted by MT1989
16 years ago
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Description The item bears a striking similarity to the Princess Mary Christmas Box. However there are several key differences as shown in the picture. The M's are missing from both sides, as is the phrase "Imperium Britanicum" at the top. The spot where the head of Princess Mary should be, instead simply says "1914." The item didn't cost me that much however I am very curious as to its history since it is so markedly different from the Princess Mary Box.
Category Metalware
Medium Appears to be steel.
Distinguishing marks Stamp on back that says "E.P.N.S."
Condition Fair
Size and dimensions of this item Lid is 5-3/4" W x 3-5/8" L. Box is Approximately 1" deep.
Date Period 1914
History Purchased at the Portobello Road Market in London. But I don't know anything else about the items history.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known) £9
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Submitted by kathyBeh

Electroplated Nickel Silver. Assuming you read up on the original boxes you know they where made of brass. Many did not get sent out because of the war needing the brass so later (1919) more boxes where made of other metals and sent. I don't know if those had her picture or not or if this is one of those. There are 2 brass ones with her picture for sale on ebay at the moment. Good luck.
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