Vintage tin money box in the shape of a safe or safe by Smith & Johnson, London for COURIER cigars

Vintage tin money box in the shape of a safe or safe by Smith & Johnson, London for COURIER cigars

• Manufacturer: Smith & Johnson, London
• Manufacture date: 1960s - 1970s

Description
Vintage Smith & Johnson London tin money box in reddish brown with gold-coloured details. The tin is designed in the shape of a large antique safe or safe. The door of the safe can be opened by means of a combination of numbers. This can be set via the two round rotating buttons on the left front. Also on the front is a decorative border, floral pattern and rotating decorative handle.

On top of the tin is a slot with an ornamental motif for inserting coins. The sides have a frame and decorative motif. The name SMITH & JOHNSON LONDON is located at the bottom of a rectangular black oval in gold lettering on both the front and sides. At the bottom are four spherical legs.

This tin was designed as packaging for 40 fine Bolknak cigars "COURIER".

Condition
This tin money box is in a used vintage condition with age-related wear. The lock with numerical code is still fully functional. Photos are part of the description.

Size

• Height: 18.5 cm.
• Width: 13 cm.
• Depth: 7.2 cm.

A safe (also called a strongbox or coffer) is a secure lockable box used for securing valuable objects against theft or fire. A safe is usually a hollow cuboid or cylinder, with one face being removable or hinged to form a door. The body and door may be cast from metal (such as steel) or formed out of plastic through blow moulding. Bank teller safes typically are secured to the counter, have a slit opening for dropping valuables into the safe without opening it, and a time-delay combination lock to foil thieves. One significant distinction between types of safes is whether the safe is secured to a wall or structure or if it can be moved around. A less secure version (only suitable for petty cash) is usually called a cash-box.

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