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Description: | inscription, embossing (gilt), D.B.E.
In 1993 Catherine Cookson was awarded the DBE, Dame of the British Empire. This is the equivalent of a knighthood. Normally, people travel to London to be presented with their award by the Queen. Catherine was too ill to travel and received hers at home from the Lord Lieutenant of Tyne and Wear.
Part: case, Material: leather
Part: interior lining, Material: textile, satin
image | Source: | Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums | Identifier: | emu.ecatalogue.socialhistory.362676 | Go to resource |
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