Silver waistcoat flask

Small silver waistcoat flask, belonging to Admiral Sir Guy Gaunt (1870-1953). The flask is wide and short with a concave shaped back and a hinged silver cap. It is cork lined and closes with a half twist to secure. Inscribed on the front: 'Guy'. 'Captain Gaunt RN, United Service Club, London, 25.5.1904'. '01397' impressed on base.

Object Details

ID: PLT0051
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Waistcoat flask
Display location: Not on display
Creator: J D & S
Places: Sheffield
Date made: 1901
People: United Service Club; Guy Reginald Archer Gaunt, Guy Reginald Archer
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 95 mm x 95 mm x 20 mm