Title
A jewellery container from goldsmith, Kwang Heng Ltd.
Year/Period
1950s-1960s
Region
Singapore
Dimension
Object size: 3 cm x Dia7.1cm
Accession No.
2006-00424
Collection of
Gold is appreciated by the different ethnic communities in Singapore for its economic and symbolic values. Gold jewellery was often purchased as a form of investment, or to commemorate important milestones such as weddings and birthdays. Many of the local goldsmiths could be found along North and South Bridge Roads. The metal containers used to hold the gold pieces purchased by their customers also served as advertisements for their shops.
