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Description
Add a classic splash of mid-century Americana to your kitchen shelf or advertising collection with this authentic Durkee's Ground Ginger 2 oz. Spice Tin. Produced by Durkee Famous Foods Inc. in Elmhurst, New York, this lithographed tin features incredible retro graphics, including the iconic "Calls the appetite" slogan and the armored gauntlet trademark stamp. The side panels feature a list of other period-specific Durkee products (like Troco Nut Margarine and Dunham's Cocoanut) and advertisements for their valuable recipe book.
Item Specifics
- Brand: Durkee Famous Foods Inc.
- Spice Type: Ground Ginger
- Net Weight: 2 oz.
- Era / Circa Date: 1940s – 1950s (Mid-Century Retro)
- Material: Lithographed Metal Tin Container
- Manufacturing Location: Elmhurst, N.Y., USA
- Design Accents: Signature Green, Red, & White Label with Gauntlet Logo Detail
- Primary Use: Primary Use: Display / Country Farmhouse Decor / Advertising Collectible (Not for consumption)
Condition
- Pre-Owned / Sold As-Is: Good condition with an authentic aged patina. The tin shows minor surface scratches, oxidation/tarnish along the top and bottom unpainted metal borders, and trace remnants of historical tape residue on the top edge. Graphics are clean, bright, and completely legible. The lid remains securely in place.
- Please review all high-definition listing photos to confirm the precise aesthetic condition before purchasing.
Shipping & Fulfillment Options
- Shipping: Professionally packed with ample bubble wrap and secure boxing to guarantee safe transit.
- Local Pick Up: Available for local pickup in Roseville, CA.
Description
Add a classic splash of mid-century Americana to your kitchen shelf or advertising collection with this authentic Durkee's Ground Ginger 2 oz. Spice Tin. Produced by Durkee Famous Foods Inc. in Elmhurst, New York, this lithographed tin features incredible retro graphics, including the iconic "Calls the appetite" slogan and the armored gauntlet trademark stamp. The side panels feature a list of other period-specific Durkee products (like Troco Nut Margarine and Dunham's Cocoanut) and advertisements for their valuable recipe book.
Item Specifics
- Brand: Durkee Famous Foods Inc.
- Spice Type: Ground Ginger
- Net Weight: 2 oz.
- Era / Circa Date: 1940s – 1950s (Mid-Century Retro)
- Material: Lithographed Metal Tin Container
- Manufacturing Location: Elmhurst, N.Y., USA
- Design Accents: Signature Green, Red, & White Label with Gauntlet Logo Detail
- Primary Use: Primary Use: Display / Country Farmhouse Decor / Advertising Collectible (Not for consumption)
Condition
- Pre-Owned / Sold As-Is: Good condition with an authentic aged patina. The tin shows minor surface scratches, oxidation/tarnish along the top and bottom unpainted metal borders, and trace remnants of historical tape residue on the top edge. Graphics are clean, bright, and completely legible. The lid remains securely in place.
- Please review all high-definition listing photos to confirm the precise aesthetic condition before purchasing.
Shipping & Fulfillment Options
- Shipping: Professionally packed with ample bubble wrap and secure boxing to guarantee safe transit.
- Local Pick Up: Available for local pickup in Roseville, CA.
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