VINTAGE BRASS COATED NAVAL/ MILITARY HAT BOX WITH LIFE IN SOUTH AFRICA

Vintage brass coated Naval/ Military hat box with life saving award - R.H. Pringle. I would date this old hat box to the 1930/40s. I think that it may be naval, as it is brass coated, and further that it may be from WW2 (from the materials it is manufactured from). The box also contained an Intermediate Certificate awarded by The Royal Life Saving Society to Robert H. Pringle in February 1935, indicating that he was closely connected to the sea. The box is round with his name plate on the top, and has a hinged lid with a lockable latch on the front. It measures 17cm (high) x 26cm (diameter), and in fair condition for its age - hinge and latch still work, but there is some wear to the brass plate. The certificate is distressed, and needs handling with care. Great buy for the collector of vintage militaria. Shipping note: This item falls into the 1kg - 5kg category (approximately 5kg). Please choose your delivery preference according to the rates stated under shipping. Combined postage is welcome, but please note the combined weight of the items, and choose delivery option according to the combined weight. Collection by the buyer is free - I will package your order securely. For international shipping, please request a quotation from me.