1812 History

Paymaster's Strongbox- c. 1800-1820

Description
Sponsors
1812 History
Department of Canadian Heritage This item is a part of the 1812 History digitization project. This project was made possible with the support of the Department of Canadian Heritage through the Canadian Culture Online Strategy.
Media Type
Object
Description
This iron strongbox was used by a military paymaster, likely for military documents. The strongbox features a hinged lid, handles on both sides and straps forming a pattern of squares with rounded knobs.
Dimensions
Width: 50 cm
Height: 55 cm
Length: 88 cm
Subject(s)
Boxes
Safe-deposit boxes
Military - 1812
War of 1812
Geographic Coverage
Recommended Citation
Image courtesy of the Niagara Historical Society & Museum
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Niagara Historical Society Museum
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https://www.niagarahistorical.museum/

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43 Castlereagh Street

P.O. Box 208

Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

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Department of Canadian Heritage This project was made possible with the support of the Department of Canadian Heritage
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