Vintage Macfarlane Lang & Co. Biscuit Tin – Nautical Galleon Design (c.1930s–40s)
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Sail back in time with this striking vintage Macfarlane Lang & Co. biscuit tin, dating from the 1930s–1940s and decorated with a magnificent Elizabethan-style galleon in full sail. With richly coloured sails adorned with heraldic motifs and set against a deep sea and sky, this tin captures the spirit of Britain’s seafaring past.
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The tin was produced by Macfarlane Lang & Co., one of the great Glasgow and London biscuit manufacturers, established in 1817 and later merged with McVitie & Price to form United Biscuits. This example proudly bears the Royal Warrant “By Appointment to H.M. the King”, placing it firmly in the reign of George V or George VI.
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Design: Nautical galleon scene with stylised coastal motifs, lighthouses, seagulls, and waves around the sides.
Material: Lithographed tinplate with hinged lid.
Dimensions: Approximately 20cm x 17cm x 6cm
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Condition: Good vintage condition with bright colours and only light age-related wear. Hinges intact, interior shows expected use.
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These decorative biscuit tins were designed to be reusable storage boxes, making them both practical and visually appealing. Today, they are highly collectible as examples of early 20th-century advertising tinware, with strong crossover appeal for collectors of nautical and maritime memorabilia.
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This Macfarlane Lang galleon tin makes a perfect display piece, an unusual storage box, or a thoughtful gift for collectors.
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💡 Collectible Value: Examples of Macfarlane Lang tins with ship designs are increasingly scarce and sought after. This piece of objet d’art is offered at £50, reflecting both its condition and desirability.
