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Tin Box
Tin Box
Tin Box
Tin Box

Tin Box

Object NameContainer
Mediummetal (tin) and black paint
ClassificationsMaritime History
DimensionsOverall: Height: 15.7 cm, Depth: 12.6 cm, Width: 17.2 cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1978 by Richard Irvin & Sons.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS001889
Keywords
About MeBoxes like these are known as Ditty Boxes. They were made to be used by mariners to keep their personal items such as letters, photographs and other items safe whilst they were at sea. Black lacquered box was one of hundreds supplied by Richard Irvin.
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