Victoria University College Capping Carnival. Wed. & Thurs., May 12th & 13th, 1920
Presentation to the Prince of Wales from the Maoris of "Te Waipounamu," or the Island of Greenstone (the South Island). The top picture shows a handsome presentation set of six greenstone liqueur beakers and a greenstone tray with an 18 ct. gold frame to hold the beakers. This set is fitted into a beautiful polished totara knot case surmounted with a silver kiwi on greenstone slab, and having an 18 ct. gold plate, with presentation inscription thereon. With this set was also presented a large g…