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Rare Lithographed Tin Box - Coronation of King George V (1911) - Rowntree & Co.
Historical and Artistic Description
Fascinating and rare rectangular tin box, produced in the early 1900s by the renowned confectionery company Rowntree & Co. (York, England). This piece was not a simple chocolate container, but a genuine mass communication instrument of the Edwardian era: items like this were made to celebrate and spread among the people the great events of the Crown, serving as a durable “illustrated newspaper.”
The lid features refined lithographed portraits within gilded medallions:
On the left: His Majesty King George V in full dress uniform.
On the right: Her Majesty Queen Mary.
In the center: The British Royal Coat of Arms with the lion and the unicorn, topped by the imperial crown.
Object Details
Manufacturer: Rowntree & Co., Cocoa & Chocolate Makers, York, England (brand visible on the base).
Era: 1911 - 1912 (Coronation period).
Material: Lithographed tin.
Dimensions: 13.5 cm x 6 cm.
Height: 1 cm.
The object is an original antique item. As visible in the photographs, it shows evident and honest wear, scratches, andoxidations that attest to its authenticity and centuries-old history. This “patina” is particularly valued by collectors who seek pieces that have not been restored and retain the charm of lived history.
The item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Rare Lithographed Tin Box - Coronation of King George V (1911) - Rowntree & Co.
Historical and Artistic Description
Fascinating and rare rectangular tin box, produced in the early 1900s by the renowned confectionery company Rowntree & Co. (York, England). This piece was not a simple chocolate container, but a genuine mass communication instrument of the Edwardian era: items like this were made to celebrate and spread among the people the great events of the Crown, serving as a durable “illustrated newspaper.”
The lid features refined lithographed portraits within gilded medallions:
On the left: His Majesty King George V in full dress uniform.
On the right: Her Majesty Queen Mary.
In the center: The British Royal Coat of Arms with the lion and the unicorn, topped by the imperial crown.
Object Details
Manufacturer: Rowntree & Co., Cocoa & Chocolate Makers, York, England (brand visible on the base).
Era: 1911 - 1912 (Coronation period).
Material: Lithographed tin.
Dimensions: 13.5 cm x 6 cm.
Height: 1 cm.
The object is an original antique item. As visible in the photographs, it shows evident and honest wear, scratches, andoxidations that attest to its authenticity and centuries-old history. This “patina” is particularly valued by collectors who seek pieces that have not been restored and retain the charm of lived history.
The item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
49 g
Specific region of origin
York
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
English tin
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
13.5 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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