Tin, Strang's Turmeric; Strang, David; 1900-1950; WY.1990.154.1

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Wyndham and District Historical Museum

Name/Title

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.

Maker

Strang, David

Maker Role

Manufacturer

Date Made

1900-1950

Place Made

Oceania, New Zealand, South Island, Southland, Invercargill

Medium and Materials

inorganic, processed material, metal, tin
organic, processed material, vegetal, paper

Inscription and Marks

Handwritten in black ink on the base: 'WY90154'

Measurements

h 60 mm x dia 45 mm

Subject and Association Keywords

Domestic Life (household chattels, food and drink)

Object Type

foodstuffs

Object number

WY.1990.154.1

Rights

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Domestic Life

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