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A rectangular metal tin, likely dating from the late 20th or early 21st century, featuring a vibrant, illustrative lid. The lid depicts anthropomorphic animals performing a Nativity play, with visible English text including “MESSIAH, ” “PLAYHOUSE, ” “AUDITIONS FOR ‘THE BIG STORY’ TODAY, ” and “GOOD WILL TO ALL.” The tin is filled with a varied collection of coins, predominantly British and Commonwealth issues, spanning from the late 19th century through the 20th century. Identifiable monarchs include Queen Victoria, King George V, King George VI, and Queen Elizabeth II. Denominations visible include florins, shillings, half crowns, pennies, and halfpennies, in mixed metals ranging from copper/bronze to various silver-colored alloys.
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