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case, shell

human history
  • Other Name

    Shellcase vase: ERII Coronation (descriptive name)

    Brigadier Clive Lochiel Pleasants (associated name)

  • Description

    shell case vase

    brass shell casing with engraved brass plaque attached: FIRED AT SUVA / IN THE SALUTE FOR / THE ACCESSION OF / QUEEN ELIZABETH II / 6 FEBRUARY 1952

    stamped on base: 742 / MF / 1942

  • Place
    Unknown
  • Associated Place

    Suva/Viti Levu/Fiji

  • Accession Number
    2001.25.799
  • Accession Date
    15 Aug 2001
  • Department

    History

    War History

vase, presentation [2001.025.799]

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  • vase, presentation [2001.025.799]

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