Vintage Anniversary Tin 25 Years De Spar (1957): A Piece of Supermarket History

Vintage Anniversary Tin 25 Years De Spar (1957): A Piece of Supermarket History

• Manufacturer: De Spar
• Manufacture Date: 1957

Product Description:
This rectangular, elongated anniversary tin from 1957, commissioned by De Spar, embodies a piece of history of this international supermarket chain. With a green background adorned with orange and silver-coloured images of bees, suns, roosters, fir trees, and honeycombs, this tin exudes a nostalgic charm. On the bottom, two crossed flags with the De Spar logo and the text "25 years De Spar 1932 - 1957" are displayed.

Condition:
Despite its age, this tin shows only normal signs of use and wear typical of vintage items. The photos are part of the detailed description.

Dimensions:

• Height: 9.5 cm
• Length: 32 cm
• Width: 10.5 cm

Founded in 1932 by Adriaan van Well, De Spar grew into an international chain of supermarkets. The name "De Spar" has several possible origins, from an abbreviation for "Through United Cooperation Everyone Regularly Benefits" to a more accidental choice, possibly inspired by a fir tree that Van Well had drawn. Despite these variations, De Spar remained a recognizable brand with a green-circled fir tree logo, designed by Raymond Loewy in 1968.

Interesting Facts:

• Although originally founded in the Netherlands, De Spar quickly expanded to other countries, including Germany and Italy.
• In some countries, such as Italy, the name "De Spar" is retained, while in others, the article is omitted.
• The French translation of "De Spar" is "Le Sapin," which is also found in some Spar stores with a liquor section.

This vintage anniversary tin not only offers a glimpse into De Spar's past but is also a collectible for enthusiasts of historical supermarket memorabilia. With its unique design and meaningful background, this piece of history adds a touch of nostalgia to any collection.

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