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Vintage 1950\'s Miss Frances \"Ding Dong School\" Cold Ovaltine Shake-Up Mug with Original Lid PLUS an extra Lid!
Item Description:
Up for sale is a wonderful piece of 1950\'s television and advertising history! This vintage Miss Frances of Ding Dong School Cold Ovaltine Shake-Up Mug comes complete with its original matching blue embossed lid. (Plus an extra one)
Produced by the Wander Company in the mid-1950\'s as a mail-away premium, this shaker mug was designed to make mixing cold Ovaltine fun for kids watching the iconic early children\'s TV program.
Product Details & Features:
• Show/Character: Miss Frances (Dr. Frances Horwich) from Ding Dong School
• Brand: Ovaltine Premium (Wander Co., Chicago)
• Era: Circa 1953–1956
• Material: Molded hard plastic
• Color Scheme: Bright red body with a deep blue screw-on lid
• Graphics: Features a crisp, colorful decal of Miss Frances next to a school blackboard reading: \"Instant Cold Ovaltine — Nutritious! Delicious!\"
Condition Notes:
This item is in excellent vintage condition. The red plastic body is bright and clean with minimal shelf wear. The blue lid is fully intact, free of cracks or chips, and the embossed lettering reading \"Cold Ovaltine Shake-Up Mug\" remains highly defined. The central graphic decal is incredibly sharp, retaining bold colors and excellent adhesion with no major peeling, fading, or heavy scratching (please see high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic details).
Perfect for collectors of vintage advertising memorabilia, 1950s television premiums, classic character toys, or nostalgic kitchenware.
Shipping & Handling:
Will be packaged securely with plenty of bubble wrap to ensure safe delivery. Please review all photos prior to offerding and feel free to reach out with any questions. Thank you for looking!
