Vintage Lyons French Coffee Tin Coffee & Chicory Mixture | Cadby Hall London W14 | Mid-Century Kitchenalia
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Overview
A wonderfully timeworn original Lyons French Coffee tin, complete with its distinctive blue and white striped design and bold mid-century typography.
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Produced by J. Lyons & Co. Ltd, one of Britain’s most iconic food and catering companies, this tin once held a traditional coffee and chicory mixture—a staple of British kitchens before the rise of instant coffee.
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With its Cadby Hall, London W14 address proudly printed to the side, this piece offers a tangible link to the golden age of Lyons tea shops and everyday domestic life.
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Date
Circa 1950s–1960s
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Maker
J. Lyons & Co. Ltd, Cadby Hall, London W14
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Dimensions (approx.)
Height: 11 cm
Diameter: 9 cm
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Design Features
Classic blue and white striped “awning” design
Bold red LYONS branding panel
Decorative script typography: “French Coffee”
Original printed preparation instructions to lid
Half-pound net capacity marking
Authentic period packaging for coffee & chicory blend
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Condition
A genuine vintage piece with visible age and character:
Noticeable rusting to base and lid rim
Surface wear, scratches, and paint loss throughout
Age-related spotting and patina
Interior shows signs of age and previous use
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This is a decorative, well-loved example, not a pristine collector-grade tin — but full of charm and authenticity.
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Why We Love It
This is British kitchen nostalgia at its best.
The striped design evokes Lyons’ famous tea shops, while the reference to coffee and chicory speaks to a time when ingredients were stretched, adapted, and savoured differently.
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It’s the kind of piece that adds instant warmth and story to a space — whether styled on a shelf, in a kitchen vignette, or as part of a vintage advertising collection.
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Styling Ideas
Perfect for:
Vintage kitchen displays
Café or coffee shop décor
Prop styling for photography
Industrial / rustic interiors
Collectors of British advertising tins
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Shipping & Packaging
Your item will be carefully packed using sustainable, protective materials to ensure safe delivery.
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Important Information
This is a vintage item and is sold for decorative purposes only.
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Disclaimer
All descriptions are given to the best of our knowledge but cannot be relied upon as fact.