A Huntley & Palmer Sentry Box enamelled metal biscuit tin, enamelled in colours, unsigned

A Huntley & Palmer Sentry Box enamelled metal biscuit tin, enamelled in colours, unsigned 17.5cm. high

Catalogue notes

First designed in 1909 this tin featured a German soldier. In 1913 it was re-designed with a Belgian soldier in his place, as diplomatic relations with Germany became strained. As a consequence of the worsening diplomatic situation many of the earlier tins were defaced.