Small metal trapezoidal box with detatchable slightly domed lid. Lid depicts Bleriot monoplane ascending, flying to the viewer's left. Sky is blue and white, no distinct clouds or other features.. The edge of a grassy cliff is visible on the right, while waves are below the plane. "BLERIOT" in black block letters upper right. Bordered in red, white, and blue rope. Lip is dull yellow, with a partial white area likely cut from another design on viewer's right. Lip extends about 1/2 depth of box. Box is unadorned brass color, with a worn and uneven upper edge. No maker marks on box or lid. Created by Jeannie Whited Date Created 09/21/2021 Source Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Keywords Aviation; Memorabilia; Popular Culture Rights and Restrictions Not determined
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