NAM.1978-10-90-1

Cigarette box, 1946. Silver, hallmarks obliterated, 1946 (c). Inscribed, 'MAJOR H.M. WATTS, M.B.E, D.C.M./ SAM BROWNE'S CAVALRY F.F./, I.A.C. A.C.S./ 1937-46/ FROM/ THE OFFICERS'. Associated with the Indian Army and Sam Browne’s Cavalry (12th Frontier Force) Rectangular, flat with hinged lid. Lined with redwood and is plain internally with two partitions, the position of which is adjustable by insertion into any of four slots in the side. The silver is a thin veneer over the wood and is plain all over except on the lid which is slightly domed and bears the inscription. At the front of the lid is a small lip used for opening. At the back are seven hinge rings around a central spindle. The underside of the box is covered with black polished cotton, glued on.