Picked this up today.
Picked this up today.
Queen Victoria, Boer War chocolate tin given to the troops in the African Boer war, circa 1900.(it’s not too bad for a 118 year old tin)
Queen Victoria Chocolate Tin: The most famous tin from the Boer war was the one, which Queen Victoria sent to each of her soldiers in South Africa. Each contained her gift of chocolate, and in her handwriting, across the bottom, said, "I wish you a happy New Year, Victoria R
Queen Victoria, Boer War chocolate tin given to the troops in the African Boer war, circa 1900.(it’s not too bad for a 118 year old tin)
Queen Victoria Chocolate Tin: The most famous tin from the Boer war was the one, which Queen Victoria sent to each of her soldiers in South Africa. Each contained her gift of chocolate, and in her handwriting, across the bottom, said, "I wish you a happy New Year, Victoria R
That is an awesome find Darran and I would love to find an old tin like that at my local vintage outlet
ReplyDeleteLittle John Metal Detecting thanks John. This is my first find of 2018.
ReplyDeletewell done! That's such a great find!!!!
ReplyDelete"God save the queen!" So we can get more chocolate! ;-)
ReplyDeleteDarran Hughes It certainly is a great find. I hope to get out soon to see what goodies I can find with what funds I have left after Christmas lol
ReplyDeleteExcellent find! It's both interesting and lovely.
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