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