A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in presentable polished condition, no splits to the corners, hinge fully functional but slightly sprung, meaning it tends to open slightly on its own.
These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for King and Country,...  read more

Code: 69553

35.00 GBP

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A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in presentable condition, with a good percentage of gilt present, one split to front right corner, hinge fully functional but does have a cigarette burn mark to lid.
These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for Ki...  read more

Code: 69552

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A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in good toned condition, hinge fully functional, no splits to the corners.
These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for King and Country, Christmas 1914.  read more

Code: 69551

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An extremely rare First World War Buckingham Palace headed facsimile letter inscribed:
'Gift from Mary R and the Women of the Empire 1914.'
Good condition, crease folds with very minor split.
Following a call to the 'Women of the Empire' to provide knitted garments as Christmas comforts for the troops fighting for King and Country at the front, a few parcels would have been...  read more

Code: 69550

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A very scarce ORIGINAL First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund bullet pencil'; the brass case engraved with Princess Mary's Cypher and stamped to the base 'R (Broad Arrow) L 11 VI', complete with 'Sterling Silver' bullet head and original lead pencil. Very good condition, no dents, splits or cracks.
These fine quality silver bullet pencils were made by 'Asprey London' and gi...  read more

Code: 69483

175.00 GBP

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A very scarce ORIGINAL First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund bullet pencil'; the brass case engraved with Princess Mary's Cypher and stamped to the base 'R (Broad Arrow) L 09 VII', complete with 'Sterling Silver' bullet head and original lead pencil. Very good condition, no dents, splits or cracks. Length approx 81mm.
These fine quality silver pencils were made by 'Asprey ...  read more

Code: 68710

An extremely rare 'Princess Mary Christmas 1914 gift tin issued to Indian Troops containing unopened sugar candy still contained in its wax covering inscribed 'HER ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS MARY'S CHRISTMAS FUND 1914' 'ACID TABLETS' together with a 1914 Xmas Card and envelope and complete with embossed brass box. The tin retaining a good percentage of its gilt finish, however there are splits...  read more

Code: 67086

An extremely rare original First World War 'Princess Mary 1914 Christmas Gift Fund writing case' the khaki canvas cover stamped with Princess Mary's monogram, Christmas Fund 1914 and retains its brass open pattern press stud which needs handling with care. Very good condition, colour remains bright, press stud with minor corrosion, no contents.  read more

Code: 67085

A scarce original First World War '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Christmas Card'; the front with Princess Mary's Cypher, the inner card inscribed:
'With Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas and a Victorious New Year. From The Princess Mary and Friends at Home'.
Very good cean condition.

Given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for King and C...  read more

Code: 67076

A scarce ORIGINAL First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund pencil card backing' in the shape of the tin and designed to hold the bullet pencil via two purpose made slits. Very good condition, minor tear to lower right central slit.  read more

Code: 67044

A scarce original First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund bullet pencil'; the brass case engraved with Princess Mary's Cypher and stamped to the base 'K14 VII', complete with 'Sterling Silver' bullet head and original lead pencil. Very good condition, no dents, splits or cracks. Length approx 81mm.
These fine quality silver pencils were made by 'Asprey London' and given by P...  read more

Code: 66491

A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in presentable toned condition, crease to lower front right, hinge fully functional, good percentage of gilt finish, the base with minor dent.
These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for King and Country, Christm...  read more

Code: 66349

A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in very presentable condition, with a good percentage of gilt present, no splits to the corners, hinge fully functional.
These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for King and Country, Christmas 1914.  read more

Code: 65813

60.00 GBP

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An extremely rare First World War Buckingham Palace headed facsimile letter inscribed:
'Gift from Mary R and the Women of the Empire 1914.'
Good condition, crease folds, the top with very minor split.
Following a call to the 'Women of the Empire' to provide knitted garments as Christmas comforts for the troops fighting for King and Country at the front, a few parcels would ...  read more

Code: 65782

A scarce original First World War '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Christmas Card, photograph and envelope; the front with Princess Mary's Cypher, the inner card inscribed:

'With Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas and a Victorious New Year. From The Princess Mary and Friends at Home'.

Very good condition.

Given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers ...  read more

Code: 65781

A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in presentable toned condition, with small split to front right corners, hinge fully functional, gilt finish polished back to brass, the base with minor service wear and dents.
These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors figh...  read more

Code: 65780

A scarce original First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund bullet pencil'; the brass case engraved with Princess Mary's Cypher and stamped to the base 'C A C' 'C VI', complete with 'Sterling Silver' bullet head and original lead pencil, tip broken. Very good condition, no dents, splits or cracks.
Length approx 79mm.
These fine quality silver pencils were made by 'Aspre...  read more

Code: 64963

A scarce ORIGINAL First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Cigarette Packet', opened and containing its full twenty cigarettes with Princess Mary's Cypher, the outer packet inscribed:
'HER ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS MARY'S CHRISTMAS FUND 1914 CIGARETTES.
Very good condition, opened at the top, colour remains bright.

Given by Princess Mary as a gift to t...  read more

Code: 63774

A scarce ORIGINAL First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund unopened Tobacco Packet', with Princess Mary's Cypher, the outer packet inscribed:

'HER ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS MARY'S CHRISTMAS FUND 1914 TOBACCO'.

Very good condition, colour remains bright.

Given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for King and C...  read more

Code: 63773

A scarce original First World War '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Christmas Card'; the front with Princess Mary's Cypher, the inner card inscribed:
'With Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas and a Victorious New Year. From The Princess Mary and Friends at Home'.

Very good condition complete with envelope.

Given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailo...  read more

Code: 63772