As a means to commemorate historic events through the ages - including coronations; silver, golden and diamond jubilees; royal weddings and royal visits to distant lands - artisans and craftspeople were commissioned to create beautiful pieces of memorabilia. Highly collectable, they are much more than mementos of a regal event long past: they are works of art, lovingly created to capture the spirit and splendor of their time as much as they capture our imaginations today.

Found at market in the north of England, we are pleased to present these historic tins produced to commemorate notable royal events of the early 20th century. A silvery-hued tin that would have once held a Rowntree chocolate bar is beautifully decorated with the stately images of King George V and Queen Mary. Rich and regal, it is a lasting souvenir of their Silver Jubilee in 1935.

A pair of tins that celebrate the coronation of King George VI in 1937 are decorated with the regal pageantry of that historic event. One of the tins features colorful images of both George and Elizabeth, while the other tin has a striking gilded embossed profile of the royal couple.

Produced in 1953 to commemorate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, we are pleased to offer a tin that once held fine chocolates and is decorated with an image of the glamorous Queen set within a cameo frame and another captivating tin featuring a portrait of young Elizabeth in a serenely elegant pose.  

Regal and rare, these storied tins are timeless souvenirs that are sure to be beloved additions to your collection.

Strictly one-of-a-kind and subject to prior sale. In good antique/vintage condition with signs of wear commensurate with age. Please choose specific tin from the drop down menu above. Tin measurements: A: 7.5" x 5.5"; B: 5.5" x 4.125"; C: 4.625" x 4.625": D: 6.125" x 2.5"; E: 4.125" x 5.25".

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As a means to commemorate historic events - including coronations; silver, golden and diamond jubilees; royal weddings and royal visits to distant lands - artisans and craftspeople were commissioned to create beautiful pieces of memorabilia. Highly collectable, they are much more than mementos of an event long past. They are lovely pieces created to capture the spirit of their time as much as they capture our imaginations today.