PROBUS CHAIN OF OFFICE BOX

Overview

A rectangular dark navy vinyl covered box, with gold edging around the lid. The lid opens from the the centre. Inside has a padded blue velvet base with a cut-out to hold the disc, both sides of the lid have a cream padded lining. The lid has a broken stud closure, so is tied with a red ribbon.

Historical information

Probus clubs are clubs for retired or semi-retired business or professional people. The movement operates worldwide, in some places Rotary Clubs sponsor Probus Clubs, but many clubs are stand-alone entities. Armadale Probus Club ran from 1987 to 2013, holding their meetings on the third Monday of every month, with outings on the fourth Monday of the month.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-33-COA2016.58B
Item type
Material
Width
145 mm
Height or length
210 mm
Statement of significance

MEDIUM
Condition: Good

The chain was used by presidents of the Probus club during formal engagements and meetings. Itwas used by the Armadale Probus Club from 1987 until 2013.

Community organisation for retired and semi-retired professional and businesswomen in Armadale to socialise and to share ideas and information. A worldwide organisation linked with the Rotary International.

Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Comparative significance criteria
Interpretive capacity
Rare or representative
Well provenanced
City of Armadale - History House

City of Armadale - History House

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