Timed Auction of Diecasts, Militaria, Vintage Toys, Retro Electronics, Antiques and Vintage Items inc. Clothing
Lot 503:
Description
A Vintage Collectible Elastoplast First Aid Dressings Tin. This rectangular red metal tin is branded « Elastoplast » and features the « S&N » logo and « TRADE MARK. » It is identified as containing « FIRST AID DRESSINGS, » specifically « ELASTIC ADHESIVE, » with the text « Gauze pad medicated with Domiphen Bromide B.P.C. 0.15%. » A prominent white box on the lid declares, « Now ventilated to let wounds breathe! » The tin also displays « ORDER NO. 4106 » and partially obscured text below reads « KEEP IN A COOL PLACE. » The design aesthetic is consistent with the mid-20th century.
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