Ditty box

Ditty box containing a picture of William John Boots, stoker 1st class RN (1888-1952) in uniform. A plain wooden box with an uninscribed brass plate on the front. Hinged and fitted with a lock. Grooves in the sides for an extra compartment now missing. Narrow slot above name plate.

Object Details

ID: AAA3379
Type: Ditty box
Display location: Not on display
Date made: WW I
People: Boots, William John
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 152 x 305 x 203 mm
Parts: Ditty box
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