Diefenbaker : Artifact : Shiny Sterling Silver Cigarette Case [80.5.715]

Shiny Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

Artifact

Accession Number:

80.5.715

Materials

Silver

Measurements

8.3 cm (width) 11.5 cm (length) 2.5 cm (height)

Description

Shiny sterling silver cigarette case. Rectangular shaped with minority sloped sides. Opens lengthwise with three small hinges and push button opener on opposite side of hinges. Geometric designed cigarette holder unfolds from midpoint of case.

Marks/Labels

Engraved on top in cursive script:
" John
From Mother"

Engraved in inside top in printed script:
"John G. Diefenbaker
Prince Albert, Sask."

Accession number in black inside bottom right.