Rounded rectangular, the hinged cover engraved in script Presented / to Mr. White by / the Amateur Subscribers & Performers of / the Halifax Quarterly Choral Society, / as a mark of esteem for/ the many favours, conferr'd / upon them in his / Professional Capacity; / 1826., marked on inside of lid and interior base
2⁷⁄₈ in. (7.3 cm.) wide
2 oz. 18 dwt. (90.2 gr.)

Presented to John White (1779 - 1831), of Leeds.

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John White (1779 - 1831), referred to in contemporary programs and press as 'Mr. White of Leeds', was a professor of music who led the Halifax Quarterly Choral Society from 1820 until his death.