How Do You Collect Vintage Spice Tins?
Vintage tins used for spices have a charm of their own. They’re a fun item to collect and are easy to display due to their small size. Here’s how to find these kitchen collectibles from yesteryear. Tins attract people for different reasons. Maybe you like the graphic designs from the turn of the century. Maybe they remind you of your grandmother’s kitchen. I collect ginger spice tins since Ginger is my nickname. At first one pounces on any spice tin, but with time you’ll start to refine your search. Are you mostly interested in 1950s kitchen items? How about the really old tins from the turn of the century? If the graphics attract you, then collect across a range of time periods. At first, you don’t mind a few dents and scratches as you’re so delighted to find a new design. Later you can upgrade when you discover one you have but in better condition. Expect to pay more for pristine tins unless you make a lucky find. Sometimes collectors focus on a particular manufacturer. Tindeco tins
