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Work Box

Description: Wooden box, varnished, with imitation marquetry top decoration (geometric). On evidence of contents owned by Mr. W. Radcliffe of Fuchsia Cottage, Ballabeg. Three compartment lift-out tray with built-in pincushion covered with red silk in central one. Contents include: pencil in brass case, packet of nails for 'PIP' hardware soles, two studs, single-edged razor blade. Harbour dues receipt, fishing licence, Thos. Kinvig's death certificate 1883,etc., perforated U.K. 6d, 2 kopek (U.S.S.R.) coin 1928, two '5' Swiss coins.

Measurements: overall: 12.5 x 19 x 7.5 cm

Materials: Wood

Object name: box

Collection: Social History Collection

ID Number: 1988-1000

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