Sale 208 Lot 387

TWO ENGLISH "PRINCESS MARY" HINGED-TOP BRASS BOXES, 1914. Given to the Armed Forces of the British Empire on Christmas Day, 1914.
NOTE: , The Sailors & Soldiers Christmas Fund Was created by Princess Mary, the 17-year-old daughter of King George V and Queen Mary, with the purpose of providing everyone wearing the King's uniform and serving overseas on Christmas Day 1914 with a gift from the nation. Tins such as these were the product of that effort. - Each, 3 3/8 in. x 5 1/8 in.
Estimate $100-200