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Antique 1910s Vanko Cigar 50ct Canister Tin – Rare Ohio Factory Horse Racing Litho
For sale is a beautiful, highly elusive antique 1910s Vanko Cigar 50-count canister tin. Produced out of Factory No. 57 in the 11th District of Ohio, this early turn-of-the-century piece features stunning lithography showcasing a magnificent black trotting horse portrait alongside an old-world fairground racing grandstand scene.
The tin features its original, fully functional rear piano-hinged lid and sports excellent historical paper remnants, including the side price stamp ("Not More Than Five Cents Each") and a vintage "Colorado" transit sticker affixed to the bottom. A spectacular addition to any advanced Ohio advertising, equine, or tobacciana display!
Dimensions:- Height: Approx. 5.5 inches- Length: Approx. 6 inches- Depth: Approx. 4 inches
Condition Report: This tin is offered in honest, as-found antique condition with great vintage character.- Hinge & Lid: The mechanical rear hinge is rock-solid and operates smoothly. The lid closes flat and square.- Lithography: The graphic panel is completely legible with brilliant green coloring. Shows normal edge wear, small paint scuffs, and minor surface scratches as clearly photographed.- Interior & Bottom: The interior steel is exceptionally clean, bright, and free of heavy rust pitting. The factory markings on the bottom remain beautifully crisp.
Please review all accompanying high-resolution photographs to evaluate the condition details before purchasing.
