Repository

Burnaby Village Museum

Accession Code

BV995.31.144

Description

Box. Flat, rectangular, metal box with hinged lid. Lid is red with a raised gold, coin-like bust of Queen Victoria. Left of the bust is V, I, R, monogram with crown above. Right of the bust writing and facsimile handwriting below. Scratched writing on back.

Object History

Donor purchased objects from various collectors and antique retailers.

Marks/Labels

"V, I, R" "SOUTH" "AFRICA" "1900" "I wish you a happy" "New Year, Victoria IR-".; On under side is scratched "3546 Forbes".

Subjects

Persons - Royalty

Souvenirs

Souvenirs - Royalty

Container

Less detail