Whats in the box ?

[brian1951]

You started it. We both need to be in the shade.

I was bored yesterday, but better today.

[Stese]

It doesn't look constructed to hold a vacuum, so i'd say air, with green felt!

[Mr Bones]

Medals?

[teedoubleudee]

Medals?

Aleady tried that Mr B, Post #20

[Tricky Dicky]

Ok so if none of the above lets try a process of elimination;

Not opened since 1980, so nothing useful then.

Presented in 1980 so could be a gift.

Not a retirement gift as you would be too young

Could be a leaving present.

Without knowing the boxes dimensions I will go for cuff links or tie pin something along that line

Richard

[brian1951]

12 ins x 8 ins x 2ins Richard. Outstanding achievement award from a large American company.

[Walkingthedog]

Purple Heart.

[Roger O]

It must be some model railway engine.

[Steve M]

A copy of his restraining order?

[teedoubleudee]

.........
Could be a leaving present.

Without knowing the boxes dimensions I will go for cuff links or tie pin something along that line

Richard

A fountain pen (with or without pencil) was a popular leaving present in the past so I'll put that suggestion forward.