Manicure Set
Production date
1912-1914
Country
England
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Object detail
Description
In original fitted box, sterling silver mounts made by "J and C". Instruments, (hook, file, probe screw, 2 shapers tweezers) + scissors, plated. All marked at Birmingham 1913-14. Lids of 2 glass containers Birmingham 1912-13.
Classification
PERSONAL TOILETRIES Manicure manicure set
Production date
1912-1914
Production place
History and use
Made by John Clifford from Birmingham, around 1913–1914, this sterling silver manicure set was a gift to Miss Vera Heaslop for her marriage to George Roydon Howard Gill on Wednesday 24 June 1914.
The tradition of giving gifts to the bride and groom has varied across the world. Many different practices have been brought to Queensland and have even transformed over time. Brides from various cultures have often prepared for marriage by making and purchasing clothing and linen, collecting the pieces together in a glory box or trousseau chest. Household items were common gifts for the married couple to establish their new homes, with gift registries created in department stores during the 1920s.
The tradition of giving gifts to the bride and groom has varied across the world. Many different practices have been brought to Queensland and have even transformed over time. Brides from various cultures have often prepared for marriage by making and purchasing clothing and linen, collecting the pieces together in a glory box or trousseau chest. Household items were common gifts for the married couple to establish their new homes, with gift registries created in department stores during the 1920s.
Registration number
H15365
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