Vintage Lyons Tea Tin Rectangular Red Gold Caddy Original Base Paper Label

Vintage J. Lyons & Co. Rectangular Tea Tin Caddy - Made in England (c. 1930s-1940s)

A classic piece of British social history, this vibrant red and gold export tea caddy features the iconic J. Lyons & Co. royal coat of arms emblem emblazoned across the lid.

The standout feature of this particular piece is the original paper net weight sticker, which is still intact and preserved on the base of the tin—a rare find for a utility piece of this age.

Condition Report:

• Exterior: Presents with a beautiful, honest vintage patina from decades of genuine household use. The red and gold lithograph retains good colour with typical age-related surface wear, scuffs, and minor oxidisation that adds to its historic character.
• Base: Features the highly desirable, original factory paper label on the bottom.
• Interior & Care: Clean and stable. Exceptionally well-preserved during the cleaning process; professionally and gently archival-cleaned using Vulpex liquid soap and rinsed with distilled water to protect both the metal finish and the fragile paper label.

Please see photos for exact measurements against the ruler. A wonderful, characterful addition to any vintage kitchen display or British advertising collection!