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Vintage round tin, HRH Leopold III first king of Belgium
SKU: BT-2517-19Vintage round tin, HRH Leopold III first king of Belgium.
- Manufacturer: Etabl. J. Schuybroek S.A. Hoboken-Anvers
- Date of manufacture: 1951
Description
Round vintage canister equipped with a separate cover. The decoration of the can consists of a light yellow background. On the can itself there is a picture of King Leopold III the first king of the Belgians on the front and back. The adult on the front and the youthful Leopold on the back.
Decorated on both the top and bottom with a line that is similar to the decoration around the medallion.
Marked at the bottom of the can with the text: Etabl. J. Schuybroek S.A. Hoboken-Anvers
Condition
This tin is in an original vintage condition with a beautiful patina look. The can shows multiple traces of use and age-related traces of wear.
Size
- Height: 16.5 cm.
- Diameter: 11 cm.
Leopold III (3 November 1901 – 25 September 1983) was King of the Belgians from 1934 until 1951, when he abdicated in favour of the heir apparent, his son Baudouin. From 1944 until 1950, Leopold's brother, Charles, served as prince regent while Leopold was declared unable to reign. Leopold's controversial actions during the Second World War resulted in a political crisis known as the Royal Question. In 1950, the debate about whether Leopold could resume his royal functions escalated. Following a referendum, Leopold was allowed to return from exile to Belgium, but the continuing political instability pressured him to abdicate in 1951.
Leopold was born in Brussels and succeeded to the throne of Belgium on 23 February 1934, following the death of his father King Albert I.
Country of origin
Belgium
Kind of object
Tin canister
Theme
King leopold III of Belgium
Category
Vintage tins
Color
Light yellow
Manufacturer
Etabl. J. Schuybroek S.A. Hoboken-Anvers
Material
Tin - metal
Particularities
Loose lid
Era
1951
Quality
Vintage with traces of use, wear and tear
Height
16,50 cm
Diameter
11,00 cm
Shipping method
Parcel post with track & trace