Who was Nellie Payne?

Jewellery box made by Charles Payne pre 1951. Initials carved by Nellie Payne

Jewellery box made by Charles Payne pre 1951. Initials carved by Nellie Payne. DB154 Josephine married Charles Payne (b 1926) – Nellie’s third grandchild and only grandson in 1951. Charles made a jewellery box and a powder box for his engagement to Jo.  Nellie carved Jo’s initials “JKA” into the top of each box.

Jewellery box. Date carved 1934.

Jewellery box. Date carved 1934. DB206 All that is known about this item is that it was carved in 1934 according to the date carved into the top, If you have any further information please get in touch with the Westbury and Districts Historical Society through the contact page.