“COWAN’S BONZO TOFFEE” TIN.
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Winning Bid:
$632.50 (Includes 15% Buyer's Premium)
Bids:
7
Bidding Ended:
Thursday, January 21, 2010 12:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Thursday, January 21, 2010 12:00:00 PM)
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Auction:
Auction #199 - Part II
Item numbers 973 through 2378 in auction 199
Value Code:
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Item Description
3.25x5.75x1.25” tall tin with embossed/figural lid depicting Bonzo the dog, c. 1920s. Container held Cowan & McKay company “Bonzo” toffee. Lid depicts Bonzo begging with his eyes closed. Scattered wear to embossed/raised areas of Bonzo design but Fine- overall. Great figural Bonzo item and an interesting take on an advertising tin. Scarce. From the Richard Merkin Collection and comes with Hake’s COA.
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