Commemorative confectionary tin - Silver Jubilee of King George V and Queen Mary (1910–1935)

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1935

Overview

Rectangular metal confectionary tin produced by the London Co-operative Society (LCS) to commemorate the Silver Jubilee of King George V and Queen Mary (1910–1935).
Two side-by-side circular medallions frame formal, sepia-toned photographic portraits. The left circle displays Queen Mary facing forward with a royal tiara and necklace, while the right circle displays King George V in a high-collared military uniform with medals, looking toward the left.
To the left of the Queen is a draped Union Jack flag hanging from a diagonal pole, while to the right of the King is a draped Royal Standard.
In the gap between the top sections of the portraits is a representation of the British imperial crown topped by a crowned lion.
A rectangular ribbon banner runs horizontally along the bottom centre edge, bearing the text: '1910 • THEIR MAJESTIES' SILVER JUBILEE • 1935'.
The base of the tin features a decorative cartouche with the words 'L.C.S. Awarded Championship for Confectionary LONDON and PARIS 1934-1935'.

Historical information

The Silver Jubilee of King George V and Queen Mary was celebrated on May 6, 1935, marking 25 years of the King's reign. It was the first-ever Silver Jubilee celebration for a British monarch, as previous rulers only celebrated jubilees at the 50-year mark.
The main celebration included a carriage procession through London to St Paul's Cathedral for a national Service of Thanksgiving, followed by an appearance by the Royal Family on the Buckingham Palace balcony.
May 6 1935, was declared a bank holiday filled with street parties, sporting events, and pageants across Britain and the dominions.
Towns and cities across Australia held patriotic gatherings, military parades, and special school assemblies, and churches of many denominations held thanksgiving services to honour the King and Queen.
A wide range of souvenirs were sold to commemorate the event. These included ceramics and pottery, medals and coins, textiles and paper goods, and decorative metalware and tins such as this example.

The London Co-operative Society (LCS) was founded in 1920. It was a major consumer co-operative in the UK that operated its own factories, including specialised confectionery and bakery works.The text on the base of this tin highlights that their confectionery division won prestigious championship awards at trade exhibitions held in London and Paris between 1934 and 1935. They produced a traditional range of British boiled sweets, toffees, chocolates and cocoa.

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-119-RoW01096

Item type

Collectibles

Decorative Objects

Lithographs

Souvenirs

Themes

Food & Beverage

Social History

Material