A large gold-brown canvas duffle bag featuring a reinforced circular base and top closure secured by a heavy copper locking mechanism. The closure consists of 8 brass-reinforced grommet holes, designed to be drawn together and locked with the attached metal clasp. The bag bears black stencilled inscriptions identifying the owner: “G.A. COAKLEY C/94668 R.C.N.” (Royal Canadian Navy).
The duffle’s construction—thick canvas with reinforced stitching and metal hardware—reflects mid-20th century naval issue design, meant to endure moisture, salt, and rough handling aboard ships.