Sailor's handkerchief
Shared by New Zealand Maritime Museum Hui Te Ananui a Tangaroa
A sailor's neckerchief printed with nautical information. It has a blue border and a compass rose in the centre, inside a lifebelt with a crown and anchor behind. These handkerchiefs were designed as aides-memoires. Edward VII is pictured on a coin printed on the neckerchief.
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Title
Sailor's handkerchief
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Date made
1901-1910: Possible date range (Edward VII pictured on coin)
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Subject
Royal Navy (RN), Navy, Military, Clothing & Fashion, Society & Culture, Textiles, Handkerchief
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Additional information
Textile: 1 - Handkerchief, Cardboard: 2 - Box, 2D objects (HxW): H 695 W 807mm: 1 - Handkerchief, 3D objects (HxWxD): H 187 x W 260 x D 25mm: 2 - Box
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Rights
Unknown
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Location
Corner Quay & Hobson Streets Viaduct Harbour Auckland
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New Zealand Maritime Museum Hui Te Ananui a Tangaroa
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