NZ Bakelite Royal Visit 1949 Box
$60.00
A black Bakelite Box put out to commemorate the royal visit in 1949. The inside of the lid is marked “Queen Elizabeth, King George VI and Princess Margaret” The tour ended up being cancelled due to the ill health of His Royal Highness Making such items sought after.
Origin: Unknown.
Period: 1940s
Condition: The box is in good condition with no chips or cracks. There is a slight bend at one end as shown in the pics.
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| Approximate Dimensions (cm) | L 21 x W 11 x H 5 |
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Description
A black Bakelite Box put out to commemorate the royal visit in 1949. The inside of the lid is marked “Queen Elizabeth, King George VI and Princess Margaret” The tour ended up being cancelled due to the ill health of His Royal Highness Making such items sought after.
A New Zealand Bakelite souvenir box made for the 1949 Royal Visit, combining mid‑century design with the patriotic spirit of the occasion. The moulded Bakelite has that warm, period sheen, and the lid carries the crisp commemorative motif typical of locally produced Royal Visit memorabilia.
Compact and well‑made, it’s a charming example of post‑war New Zealand plastics — practical, affordable, and designed to mark a moment of national significance. Pieces like this have become increasingly collectible, appealing both to Bakelite enthusiasts and to those interested in Royal Visit ephemera.
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