Vintage De Gruyter Tin – 12 Dutch Provincial Coats of Arms

Rectangular Tin with 12 Provincial Coats of Arms – De Gruyter (c. 1940–1980)

✅ Short core description

• Decorative vintage rectangular tin with a hinged lid, finished in a colorful mosaic pattern featuring the coats of arms of 12 Dutch provinces.

• Issued as promotional material for De Gruyter. A charming collectible with clear historical and nostalgic value.

📋 Quick product details

• Material: Tin
• Shape: Rectangular, with hinged flip-top lid
• Decoration: Mosaic pattern with provincial coats of arms
• Period: c. 1940–1980
• Embossed text on base: “En betere waar, en 10 procent korting, alleen De Gruyter”

• Condition: Original vintage condition with signs of age and use

• Dimensions:
-Height: 7.7 cm
-Length: 17 cm
-Width: 10.5 cm

🛠 About the product / Function

This rectangular tin features a rolled rim and wrap-around hinge with loose tabs. The multicolored, checkered decoration creates a mosaic-like appearance. The coats of arms are distributed across the lid and side panels, including those of the Netherlands, North and South Holland, Zeeland, Amsterdam, North Brabant, Limburg, Gelderland, Overijssel, Utrecht, and Drenthe. A fine example of post-war promotional packaging that is both decorative and collectible.

🏭 Manufacturer & history

Produced by Thomassen & Drijver-Verblifa, a leading manufacturer of tin packaging for Dutch brands. The tin was used as a promotional or corporate gift within the retail network of De Gruyter.

⭐ Special features / Highlights

• Authentic De Gruyter slogan embossed on the base
• Rich, colorful mosaic print
• Collectible with cultural-historical value
• Beautiful as decoration or storage for small items

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📦 Shipping: Sent as a parcel with track & trace, carefully packaged to prevent damage.

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