Vintage Chad Valley Treasure Island Money Box Tin

The Chad Valley Treasure Island money box is a vintage tinplate collectible designed to resemble a book, featuring imagery inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel. Produced in England during the mid-20th century, estimates suggest its production spanned from the 1940s to the 1960s.

This money box measures approximately 14.5 cm in height, 10 cm in width, and 3 cm in depth. It includes a lockable compartment for coin storage; however, this kike many surviving examples no longer has the original key.

The design showcases a pirate scene, likely depicting elements from Treasure Island, with vibrant lithographed illustrations characteristic of Chad Valley's mid-century tinplate toys. The manufacturer's number for this item is 10025.

Collectors value this item for its nostalgic appeal and representation of mid-20th-century British toy manufacturing. The condition is consistent with common things such as scuffs, scratches, and the absence of a key.