Vintage Brown & Polson Patent Cornflour Tin 16oz c.1930s to 1950s

Vintage Brown & Polson Patent Cornflour Tin – 16oz (c.1930s–1950s)

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Bring a touch of nostalgic charm to your collection with this vintage Brown & Polson Patent Cornflour tin, dating from the 1930s–1950s.

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Features

Original 16oz tin with embossed lid

Bold yellow background with vibrant red and black lettering

Iconic Brown & Polson butterfly trademark (also embossed on the lid)

Detailed recipes and serving suggestions printed on the reverse, including custards, puddings, and children’s foods

Decorative flourishes with corn motifs and scrolling foliage

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This tin reflects the golden age of British kitchenalia, when household packaging was designed to be both practical and eye-catching. Brown & Polson, established in Paisley in 1840, became one of Britain’s leading producers of cornflour, and their butterfly logo was a trusted household symbol for quality.

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Collectability

Perfect for collectors of vintage advertising tins and kitchenalia

A fine display piece for retro kitchens, general stores, and interiors with a nostalgic aesthetic

Highly sought after by those interested in Scottish industrial history and mid-century packaging

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Dimensions

Height: approx. 13.5 cm

Diameter: approx. 9 cm

Weight: 16oz / 453g net (as marked)

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Condition

The tin is in good vintage condition with vibrant graphics. Some age-related wear, light scratches, and patina to the metal lid and base, consistent with age and use, only adding to its authentic character.some content still remaining