Items from the 1950s
Commemorative Plate for the Coronation of Elizabeth II in 1953
China Commemorative Plate for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II
Cine Camera
A hand held cine camera that can be used to film movies at home.
Jelly/Aspic Mould
This fluted mould would have been used to set either a fruit jelly or a savoury aspic
Money box in the shape of a delivery van
A plastic model of a delivery van, with a money box slot on the roof.
Cadbury’s Bournville Cocoa
Cadbury's Bournville Cocoa for making hot chocolate or baking.
Mincer
A cast iron mincing machine made by Spong in the 1930’s.
Noddy at the Seaside
Book: Noddy at the Seaside by Enid Blyton
Kodak Brownie Box Camera
The Kodak Brownie Box camera is one of the most famous cameras ever produced.
Silver salt cellar and spoon
Decorative silver filigree salt cellar with glass dish and silver spoon.
Doily Antimacassar
A green crocheted doily or antimacassar.
Phildar Knitting Catalogue
Phildar Knitting catalogue for baby clothes.
Butter press
Round wooden butter mould with a thistle stamp.
Trouser press
A handheld, plug in portable trouser press.
Oil Lamp
A handheld oil lamp, ideal for camping.
Ministry of Food ration books
One replica ration book and one original ration book belonging to Reginald Austin of Basingstoke.