Vintage Tins—I love them. Rust? Wear? That adds to their charm. Each one tells a story, a little art piece wrapped in metal. I can’t resist picking up interesting ones, and over time, I’ve gathered an accidental collection through the years. Here are a few that make me smile:
Vintage 1940s Pascall London Pure Confectionery Tin – This beauty was steel-coated and then painted with a sweet Alpine scene. I found it for just £1 at a London market, and now they’re highly collectible. It’s a reminder that the best treasures often come at the smallest price.
1940s Towle’s Log Cabin Syrup Tin – A syrup tin shaped like a log cabin? Absolutely perfect for our log cabin. The red, the rust, the nostalgic design—I love everything about it.
1950s Pipe Tobacco Tins – These aren’t about the contents (though I imagine they carried a distinct old-world aroma once). It’s the colors, the typography, and the flair of a bygone era that make them stand out.
Vintage Johnson & Johnson “No 16” First Aid Kit – I can just picture this little tin getting pulled from a cabinet, the hinged lid creaking open to reveal bandages and ointments ready to mend scraped knees and small childhood mishaps.
Vintage German Nürnberger Elisen-Lebkuchen Cookie Tin – This one feels like a tiny treasure chest. The hinged lid, the intricate images of village life, and the rich colors make it a favorite. It was a garage sale find for under a dollar.
Do you collect tins too? Or is there something else you can’t resist bringing home? Drop a comment—I’d love to hear what vintage finds make your heart happy!
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