Never seen one of these tins before. Anyone know of rarity or value of this piece? Hope I didnt pay too much.

Hello Mcassella

These tin ice packs were very popular here in Canada and south of us in the US during the 50's and 60's. Millions of them were made but few remain. They either rusted out because they were always in a wet environment or they got tossed out when the newer plastic covered ones came along.

Sorry to be the bearer of disappointing news but your tin is worth very little. As with most advertising collectibles there has to be some basic things to give it value. Subject matter, condition, rarity and someone who wants to collect it all factor in.

Here's 3 ice packs that I have in my collection. They are in good condition and have interesting subjects but I paid under $20 for each of them. I like them. Many collectors wouldn't be bothered with them but that's okay. Collect what you like and pay what you feel is right for you and you will never go wrong.

Vlad

Good stuff fellas

Vlad they look good to me, quite quirky

The more I see of your collection I reckon that out there in Canada you must live in a big, big mansion !!!!!!

How do you fit it all in ?

Lummox

Hiya Lummox

They say a man's home is his castle but I have to admit that my castle is an average size 3 bedroom house. The good thing about most Canadian houses is that they have basements. Some people build separate basement apartments and rent them out, some people build tv rooms and laundry rooms and some people with the collecting sickness have multiple shelving units that hold the objects of their desires. I will probally die in this house because the idea of moving all my crap is quite frankly terrifying.

Vlad