Tin, Strang's Turmeric; Strang, David; 1900-1950; WY.1990.154.1
Tin, Strang's Turmeric
About this object
This is a Strang's pure ground turmeric tin. The tin is part of the company's Māori brand and depicts a tane with moko.
David Strang Coffee and Spice Works produced spices and coffee sold in New Zealand, Fiji and Australia. The company operated out of an Esk St in Invercargill from 1872 to 1966.
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Date Made1900-1950
Place MadeOceania, New Zealand, South Island, Southland, Invercargill
Medium and Materials
inorganic, processed material, metal, tin
organic, processed material, vegetal, paper
Handwritten in black ink on the base: 'WY90154'
Measurementsh 60 mm x dia 45 mm
Subject and Association KeywordsDomestic Life (household chattels, food and drink)
Object Type Object numberWY.1990.154.1
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