Vintage Queen Elizabeth II Edward Sharp tin box from England with equestrian lid image and royal side graphics. Noticeable surface wear, scratches, and interior oxidation.
Details
• Item: rectangular vintage lithographed tin box with hinged lid
• Era: 1950s, likely around the coronation period
• Maker / Brand: Edward Sharp & Sons Ltd, Maidstone, Kent, England
• Material: printed metal tin
• Size / Measurements: approx. 7 x 6 x 2 inches
• Weight: not provided
• Color: yellow, red, black, gold-tone, cream, green, and chestnut brown
• Texture / Finish: smooth printed tin exterior with plain silver-tone metal interior
• Design / Motif: lid shows Queen Elizabeth II on horseback in uniform before a stately building; sides feature a red band with small crown motifs and an “ER” monogram panel
STYLE NOTES
• British royal souvenir / advertising tin with strong mid-century graphic appeal
• Construction: rectangular tin with fitted hinged lid
• Markings: underside embossed “Made in England by Edward Sharp & Sons Ltd of Maidstone Kent”; interior base repeats the maker mark in reverse embossing
Suggested uses: desk storage, paper ephemera, sewing notions, royal memorabilia display, or British advertising tin collection
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
• Tin remains structurally intact and opens and closes
• Hinges are present and attached
• Lid image is still clearly readable and displays well
• Side graphics, crown banding, and “ER” monogram remain visible
• Maker’s embossing on the underside is legible
• Interior remains usable for display or light storage
Issues / Wear
• Noticeable scratches, scuffs, and rubbing across the lid image
• Edge and corner wear with finish loss to the dark border and lid rim
• Side panels show surface wear, rubbing, and scattered scratches
• Interior shows oxidation, dark spotting, residue, and general age wear
• Small rust spots are visible inside, including one on the base area
• Interior lid shows heavier discoloration and oxidation
• Underside shows widespread finish wear, oxidation, and darkened areas
• There are minor bends/irregularities and general wear consistent with age and use
Collector’s Notes
Edward Sharp & Sons tins from Maidstone, Kent are a well-known British advertising collectible, and coronation-era Queen Elizabeth II tins remain especially popular with royal memorabilia buyers. Comparable listings for similar Edward Sharp Queen Elizabeth tins are still active in the market, ranging from modest examples to stronger decorative pieces at higher asking prices.
This one has solid display appeal and useful maker identification, especially for collectors who enjoy British royal and advertising tins.
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