Vintage Van Melle Tin – Amsterdam 1928 Olympic Games – Circa 1982–1990

✅ Short Description

Bring home a unique piece of Dutch sports and confectionery history with this original vintage Van Melle tin, produced to commemorate the 1928 Olympic Games in Amsterdam. This rectangular tin with rounded corners is richly decorated with athletes representing various Olympic disciplines, combining nostalgia, sporting heritage, and classic advertising art. A wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of vintage advertising tins, Van Melle memorabilia, and Olympic history.

📋 Product Details

• Brand: Van Melle
• Manufacturer: Van Melle
• Production period: Circa 1982–1990
• Country of origin: The Netherlands
• Material: Tin (metal)
• Shape: Rectangular with rounded corners
• Lid: Removable slip lid
• Theme: 1928 Amsterdam Olympic Games
• Colours: Cream, orange, green, black, and white

Dimensions
• Height: 8.5 cm (3.35 in)
• Length: 12 cm (4.72 in)
• Width: 9 cm (3.54 in)

Condition
This tin is in good vintage condition. It shows normal signs of use and light age-related wear consistent with its age.

📖 About This Item

This decorative Van Melle tin features beautifully detailed illustrations of athletes competing in various Olympic events. The lid depicts a cyclist, while both the front and back are adorned with a classical Greek javelin thrower. Other sports represented include swimming, rowing, long jump, and running, making this tin a vibrant tribute to the 1928 Olympic Games in Amsterdam.

A particularly striking detail is the stylised angel blowing a trumpet in the upper-right corner of both the front and back panels. The angel leans against a circular emblem featuring the letter M, surrounded by the letters V, C, and W. Bold geometric colour blocks in orange, green, and black give the tin a distinctive appearance reminiscent of the Art Deco era.

🏭 About Van Melle

Van Melle traces its origins to a nineteenth-century bakery in Breskens, the Netherlands, and grew into an internationally renowned confectionery manufacturer. The company achieved worldwide recognition with iconic brands such as Mentos and Fruittella and became known for its high-quality sweets and memorable advertising. Thanks to this rich heritage, vintage Van Melle tins and packaging have become highly sought-after collectibles.

⭐ Highlights

• Original vintage Van Melle advertising tin
• Commemorative edition celebrating the 1928 Amsterdam Olympic Games
• Detailed illustrations of athletes from various Olympic disciplines
• Decorative Art Deco-inspired design
• Removable slip lid
• Attractive collectible for enthusiasts of sports history, advertising memorabilia, and vintage confectionery collectibles

📦 Shipping: Dispatched within 1–2 business days as a tracked parcel. Carefully packaged to prevent damage.

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