An original WW1 era sailor's 'ditty box'. All sailors entering The Royal Navy were given a ditty box to keep their personal possessions in. This example is made of pine with a brass plaque on the front and it comes with its original working key. Inside the lid there are strips of wood for keeping papers behind and there is also a pen tray and small glass inkwell.
It is in good condition for its age with a lovely patina. It is clean and tidy inside and certainly very useable. There are some small knocks and minor signs of age and use but nothing detrimental.
