Verkade Honey Breakfast Cake Tin – A Sweet Classic from the 1940s-1960s
SKU: BT-5168-25Verkade Honey Breakfast Cake Tin – A Sweet Classic from the 1940s-1960s
- Manufacturer: Verkade Zaandam
- Production Date: 1945 - 1960
Product Description:
This rectangular tin from Verkade was designed for "Honey Breakfast Cake" and was produced between 1945 and 1960. The tin features rounded corners and a hinged lid with side flaps. Both the lid and the body of the tin have a rolled edge profile, adding to its durability. The decoration consists of a light yellow honeycomb pattern across the entire surface, with images of stylized floral garlands and the nasturtium flower in red and green. The lid is printed with the product name "HONINGONTBIJTKOEK," while the bottom of the tin is embossed with the brand name "Verkade / ZAANDAM."
Condition:
This tin is in good vintage condition, showing signs of use and age-related wear. The attached photos clearly depict the current condition.
Dimensions:
- Height: 9.5 cm (3.74 inches)
- Length: 28.5 cm (11.22 inches)
- Width: 10.5 cm (4.13 inches)
Verkade: A Historic Brand
Founded on May 2, 1886, by Ericus Gerhardus Verkade, Verkade began as a steam-powered bread and biscuit factory, “De Ruyter,” in Zaandam. The name "De Ruyter" referred to the first windmill in West-Zaandam. In its early years, Verkade produced bread, rusks, honey breakfast cake, and Langetjes, with wax candles later being added to their range. Today, Verkade is mainly known for its cookies and chocolate products. The logo with the name "De Ruyter" still evokes the brand's origins.
Nasturtium as a Decorative Element
The nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus), an annual creeping and sometimes climbing plant, is a recurring decorative element on this tin. The leaves of this plant resemble a heraldic shield, which explains why its botanical name is derived from the Latin word "tropaeum," referring to a victory tree adorned with weapons. The flowers, leaves, and seeds of nasturtium are edible and have a sharp, horseradish-like flavor. They are sometimes used as a spice, and the flower buds and green fruits can be pickled.
This Verkade tin is not only a functional storage container but also a historical collectible, reflecting a piece of Dutch industrial and culinary history.
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TAGS
Verkade Tin. Honey Breakfast Cake. Vintage Tin. Retro Kitchenware. Dutch Collectibles. Antique Tin. 1940s Tin. 1950s Tin. Dutch Vintage. Tin Storage Container. Collectible Tin. Nostalgic Kitchen. Verkade Memorabilia. Dutch Industrial History. Floral Tin
Country of origin
Netherlands - Zaandam
Kind of object
A vintage rectangular Verkade tin for honey breakfast cake, decorated with a honeycomb pattern and nasturtium, produced between 1945 and 1960.
Theme
Tin with lid, Dutch baking culture, Vintage tin, Retro tin, Verkade tin, Brocante tin, Old cookie tin, Metal storage box, Antique kitchen decor, Nostalgic kitchenware, Tins & drums, Dutch vintage, Industrial history, Retro kitchen.
Decoration
The tin is decorated with a light yellow honeycomb pattern and stylized floral garlands of nasturtium in red and green.
Category
Vintage tins
Color
Light yellow, red, green.
Publisher
Verkade's fabrieken Zaandam
Manufacturer
Verkade Zaandam
Brand
Verkade Honingontbijtkoek
Material
The tin is made of metal with a rolled edge and a hinged lid, providing strength and durability.
Particularities
The tin features rounded corners, a hinged lid with side flaps, and a rolled edge profile, contributing to both its sturdiness and vintage character.
Era
The tin was produced between 1945 and 1960.
Quality
The tin is in good vintage condition with signs of use and age-related wear.
Height
9,50 cm (3.74 inches)
Lenght
28,50 cm (11.22 inches)
Width
10,50 cm (4.13 inches)
Shipping method
Parcel post with track & trace
