WW1 Art Deco Christmas 1914 Princess Mary`s Brass Tin.

Solid well made piece. The 'tin' has a double-skinned, hinged, lid. The surface of the lid depicts the head of Princess Mary in the centre, surrounded by a laurel wreath and flanked on either side by the 'M' monogram. At the top, a decorative cartouche contains the words 'Imperium Britannicum' with a sword and scabbard either side. On the lower edge, another cartouche contains the words 'Christmas 1914', which is flanked by the bows of battleships forging through a heavy sea. In the corners, small roundels house the names of the Allies: Belgium, Japan, Montenegro and Servia; France and Russia are at the edges, each superimposed on three furled flags or standards.Made of Brass. Measures 130mm x 85mm x 30mmTin was given to each soldiers. It would have contained tobacco, cigarettes, Chocolate, sweets and rations.Beautifully embossed. Top Reads "Imperium Britanicum", Bottom reads "Christmas 1914". Sides read, Belgium, Japan, Russia, Montenegro, Servia and France. Postnet or courier to door, is R100.