Orange STER Tobacco Tin with Embossed Lid – Theodorus Niemeyer NV
SKU: BT-5553-26Orange Embossed Tin for STER Tobacco – Theodorus Niemeyer NV (Groningen)
✅ Short overview
• Original rectangular tin for 1/4 kilogram of STER tobacco, finished in orange with gold detailing.
• The lid features a beautiful embossed design with sailing ships at sea and a star. A decorative and collectible piece from Dutch tobacco history.
📋 Quick product details
• Type: tobacco tin / storage container
• Material: metal
• Shape: rectangular with hinged closing lid
• Color: orange with gold accents
• Decoration: embossed sailing ships and star
• Bottom inscription: “1/4 kilogram rooktabak STER-TABAK erkend de beste Theodorus Niemeyer NV. Groningen”
• Condition: good vintage condition
• Period: mid-20th century
🛠 About the product / Function
This authentic tobacco tin features a side seam and flanged base, with a folded edge around the box and an outward-rolled lid edge. The hinge with separate tabs is characteristic of tins from this period. The sides are decorated with embossed “bubbles” and medallions with ship motifs, giving the tin a luxurious and robust appearance.
A charming piece for a display cabinet, vintage interior, or mancave, and highly appealing to collectors of advertising tins and Dutch industrial design.
🏭 Manufacturer & history
Theodorus Niemeyer NV from Groningen was a leading Dutch tobacco manufacturer. The STER tobacco brand was marketed as a premium product, reflected in the rich decoration and high-quality finish of this tin.
⭐ Special Features / Highlights
• Beautiful embossed sailing ships and star on the lid
• Original advertising tin for STER tobacco
• Decorative and collectible
• Attractive patina consistent with age
• Timeless object with historical appeal
• Dimensions:
- Height: 7.5 cm
- Length: 19.5 cm
- Width: 11.7 cm
📦 Shipping: Sent as a parcel with track & trace, carefully packaged to prevent damage.
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