Object number
2002.183
Title
Pencil case and contents to commemorate the coronation of Edward VIII
Creator
Description
Pencil case and contents. Red, white and blue, sliding, cardboard pencil box, made to commemorate the coronation of Edward VIII, which never happened (May 1937). Contains: pencil with blue top (with lettering), pencil with red top (with lettering), gold 6-inch ruler, green pencil (unused), pen - to be used with nib, nib - in a separate gold coloured tube with lid. Sold in Cheltenham, price 1/-.
Date
1937
Production period
20th century
Object name
Material
Technique
Dimensions
- l: 185mm
- w: 55mm
- depth: 18mm
- l: Pencil red top170mm
- l: Pencil blue top170mm
Inscription
Coronation Souvenir May 1937Edward VIII crowned May 1937Long live the King!
