Vintage CRINOLINE LADY Work Box 1930's Threads Needles Thimbles TOFFEE TIN Great

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Vintage CRINOLINE LADY Work Box 1930's Threads Needles Thimbles TOFFEE TIN Great Victorian and Vintage DESCRIPTION - This is a gorgeous vintage toffee tin that once housed sweets manufactured by George Basset & Co box confectioners of Sheffield, England. The lid of the tin is decorated with a wonderful country garden scene which depicts a crinoline lady taking a stroll in a delightful cottage garden. The lady is wearing a pink ruffled dress with a lace shawl collar and a and matching bonnet; she is holding a spray of flowers that she has no doubt selected from the garden. The garden is filled with an array of beautiful flowers in various colours and shades. There is a paved pathway in the forground with a tall arch and garden wall in the background with additional flowers and tree in the distance. The word 'Workbox' features on the top left hand corner of the tin - once the sweets had been consumed the box had a second use. The interior of the box has seperates section for keeping sewing paraphernalia - this box contains vintage thimbles, packs of needles and press studs and various threads. The base of the box has a pretty vintage card inserted which shows a gorgeous field of daffodils. The tin has an ornate gold coloured pattern around the sides; it has a clip over fastening at the front. The box could be used for a wide variety of purposes - sewing equipment, jewellery, cosmetics, pens or other small treasures. Gorgeous Vintage Crinoline Lady Work/Storage Box!!! DIMENSIONS - The box measures 9.6" (24 cm) long, 7" (18 cm) wide and 2" (5 cm) deep. CONDITION - It is great condition and although vintage, it has been well cared for and stored well too. There are a couple of small feint marks amd scratches but nothing too noticeable, in fact the tin is in very good order for it's age and use. Please see photographs for additional descriptive details. It comes from a smoke free and pet free home. I wrap and package all items very carefully. I have more antique and vintage linens on offer and would be happy to combine postage costs if you wish to purchase more than one item so do take a look!!! PLEASE READ MY TERMS OF SALE BEFORE PLACING YOUR BID ***GOOD TO KNOW*** All items are 'Buy it Now' - don't have to wait for auction to end No charge for packaging materials High standard of packaging - see feedback Combined postage offered Ship worldwide Free insurance up to value of �36 with payments by Paypal Timely delivery No quibble refund if not as described + return postage paid Prompt & friendly communication 5 Star Service ***** I describe my items as honestly as I can and request that you ask any questions before bidding or buying . Should you require further photographs or information about this item please email me. PAYMENT Payment by Paypal is preferred and will result in shipping by next available post. We also accept payment by personal cheque (need to clear before goods despatched) or postal order. *OVERSEAS CUSTOMERS PAYPAL ONLY!!* Please pay for any item that you win within 5 days. If there are any problems with payment then please contact us immediately. MULTIPLE PURCHASES We are happy to wait if you are buying items that end on different days but you must let us know if this is your intention. If you prefer a different shipping method than the one specified please contact us before making payment so we can adjust your invoice accordingly. WE MAKE NO CHARGE FOR PACKAGING MATERIALS; YOU PAY THE POSTAGE COST ONLY. We have made this change in an endeavour to keep our customers costs as low as possible. This will not compromise the standard of packaging - all items will be packaged very carefully using quality packaging to ensure your goods arrive safely. Parcels will be posted promptly - we post several times a week. Items won through auctions are binding. Our main priority is that you are pleased with all your purchases. If there are any problems please don't leave the matter, contact us as soon as possible. All problems can be resolved. Lastly, your positive feedbac... read more

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