Sold for A$25
Two tins: 1. The / "Shields" / Methylated Spirits / Can / for all types of / kerosene / pressure lamps, / lanterns and stoves. / Marketed by / James Shields & Co Pty Ltd / 219 Nelson Place / Williamstown, W. 16 Vic. (Victoria) 2. Droste Cacao, Haarlem, Holland. Tins Various 1. Methylated spirits can. 2. Cocoa tin. 1. Body is 93 mm. 2. 125 mm.. 1920s-1950s
1. Good. Corrosion to the bare metal areas. The label has deteriorated with a bit of a crocodiled effect, however is quite readable. Some scratches and discolouration. Interesting piece from Williamstown in Victoria. 2. Very Good. Some corrosion where the paint has flaked. Surface corrosion elsewhere. Scratches. Interesting and colourful tin. Grade: N/A Estimate: $10 - 20
