Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 11 December 2025

Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 11 December 2025

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Lot 684: A Pair of WW2 British Army Dated Aluminium Mess Tins, 1945

This auction ended on December 11, 2025.

Estimated price: £10 - £20

Buyer's Premium: 18%

Sold for: £16

A pair of World War II British Army mess tins. Crafted from silver-toned aluminium, these utilitarian containers are designed to be stackable. The upper container is stamped ‘MMS,’ features an upward-pointing arrow (broad arrow mark), and ‘AF0225’ on its riveted handle attachment bracket. It also bears the year ‘1945.’ The lower container is marked ‘AA588C’ and a partial ‘1945’ on its corresponding bracket. Consistent with field equipment.