Vintage Bolletje Biscuit Tin with Iconic Baker Logo

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Bolletje Biscuit Tin – Marten Toonder Design (1950–1980)

✅ Short description

• Tall cylindrical biscuit tin in creamy yellow with a striking red snap-on lid.

• Features the iconic Bolletje baker, designed by Marten Toonder, making this tin a beloved vintage collectible.

📋 Quick product details

• Manufacturer: Verblifa
• Period: circa 1950–1980

Dimensions:
• Height: 22.5 cm (8.9 in)
• Diameter: 11 cm (4.3 in)

• Material: Metal (tin)
• Brand: Bolletje / Verblifa

• Condition: good vintage condition with light signs of use

🛠 About the product / Function

This biscuit tin is a charming example of Dutch nostalgia from the 1950s–1980s. The red snap-on lid with rolled edge closes securely and is practical for everyday use.

The front displays the famous Bolletje baker inside a red diamond-shaped triangle – a design by Marten Toonder, renowned for Ollie B. Bommel and Tom Poes.

A wavy beige band with a red line runs around the bottom, and the interior is finished in gold, giving the tin a warm and inviting look.

🏭 Manufacturer & history

Bolletje has a rich history dating back to 1867 in Almelo. By 1954, the family business had grown into an industrial bakery, and Bolletje became a national icon, boosted by clever advertising campaigns such as “Ik wil Bolletje!”. In 2013, the company was acquired by German firm Borggreve.

The tin was produced by Verblifa, a well-known Dutch tin manufacturer.

⭐ Special features / Highlights

• Original vintage edition (1950–1980)
• Iconic Marten Toonder design
• Sturdy snap-on lid
• Warm cream-and-red color scheme
• Decorative yet functional

A charming eye-catcher for the kitchen, a collector’s display, or a retro interior.

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

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