Small brass hinged box

Accession Number REL45575.002
Collection type Technology
Object type Technology
Physical description Brass
Maker Unknown
Date made Unknown
Conflict Second World War, 1939-1945
Description

Small rectangular brass hinged box. The lid has a rolled edge and a pressed border on the top. There is a small hole (2mm in diametre) punched in the lid at the centre base, with a corresponding hole punched in the box. The lid is held closed by a pressed lug friction fit arrangement.

History / Summary

There is no known specific history associated with this item. It is typical of first aid kits issued to army and civil defence units during the Second World War.