Antique Meggeson Glycerine & Blackcurrant Pastilles Tin c1900-1930

Antique Meggeson Glycerine & Blackcurrant Pastilles Tin – London c.1900–1930

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A beautifully timeworn piece of everyday medical history, this original early 20th-century advertising tin once held soothing Glycerine & Blackcurrant Pastilles made by Meggeson & Co. Ltd, London.

The lid features classic period typography and the company’s red emblem, proudly noting the firm’s long heritage: “Established over 100 years.” Today, the surface carries a rich, mottled patina developed through decades of use — the kind of authentic ageing that only time can create.

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Inside, the tin shows honest wear from its working life as a chemist’s container, adding to its genuine antique character.

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Perfect for collectors of:

Apothecary and chemist memorabilia

Early pharmaceutical advertising

Vintage tins and packaging

Styling props, desk storage, or curiosity displays

Approximate date: c.1900–1930

Origin: London, England

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Condition: Original antique condition with heavy age-related wear, surface rubbing, oxidation and interior rust. Hinges intact. Graphics remain readable.

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Price: £14.00

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Please note: This is an antique display item and not suitable for food use.