Mackintosh's Beehive large antique British toffee tin c1925

Antiques : Chocolate/Candy Tins

 

This "Mackintosh" tin comes in at least three sizes, of which this is the largest, and it was made around 1925. The tin is based on the old fashioned beehives that were made of braided straw, and the design features over 20 honey bees; Apis Mellifera. The English company was founded in Halifax, Yorkshire in 1890 and John Mackintosh won his first medal for his toffee in 1895. Comes in two other sizes and a rare oversized shop display version. Size in inches: 7 and 3/4 diameter by 7 tall. Condition: Good.

Item ID: H1980

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