Vintage Odgens St Bruno Flake Tobacco Tin Empty 4oz Orange Square Box US Import
This is a genuine vintage Ogden's St. Bruno Flake pipe tobacco empty tin, manufactured in England during the 1980s to early 1990s. This specific version was produced exclusively for the United States market and distributed by the renowned premier importer, James B. Russell, Inc., based in Englewood, New Jersey.
Unlike the common UK domestic versions that feature the traditional square portrait logo of St. Bruno, this North American export edition boasts a highly collectible, clean, and minimalist typographic design. The lid features the classic crisp red lettering along the rim: "TO OPEN INSERT COIN IN GROOVE ON CORNER AND TWIST". The back of the tin proudly retains its original paper distributor label from James B. Russell, Inc., making it an exceptional piece of social history and a must-have for tobacciana and vintage advertising collectors.
Please note: This listing is for ONE (1) individual tin only. Tins are being sold separately.
Please note: This listing is for ONE (1) individual tin only. Tins are being sold separately.
Size and Weight
- Length: Approx. 3.5 inches
- Width: Approx. 3.25 inches
- Height: Approx. 1 inch
- Weight: Approx. 1.8 oz.
Material
- Body: Tinplate (Metal)
- Lid Interior: Includes the original vintage rubber sealing gasket.
Condition Description
- Overall: Pre-owned vintage condition. This is an empty collectible advertising tin.
- Exterior / Lid: Displays authentic vintage character with minor surface scratches, light scuffing, and natural metal oxidation due to age. Please note that some tins may include minor, small dings or small dents from past handling and storage. However, the iconic orange, gold, and white lithographed paint remains remarkably vibrant, and all text is perfectly legible.
- Sides: Shows natural aged patina, with some minor paint loss and light surface rust spots varying slightly by individual tin, adding great vintage charm. The "MADE IN ENGLAND" and opening instructions are clearly visible.
- Interior: Completely empty and cleaned of tobacco. The inner metal surfaces are relatively bright with minimal to no heavy rust. The rubber seal remains intact though aged.
- Back: Retains the original vintage James B. Russell, Inc. distributor paper label. The labels show natural age-toning and minor shelf wear, but the text is fully readable.
- Note: As this is a multi-item listing sold individually, the exact placement of patina, minor rust, or small dents may vary slightly from tin to tin. You will receive one high-quality tin selected from our vintage collection.
Vintage Odgens St Bruno Flake Tobacco Tin Empty 4oz Orange Square Box US Import
Sale price$20.00
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