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Welfords Surrey Dairy Cream Can C1900
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Welfords Surrey Dairy Cream Can C1900

1900 - 1920
Description

This charming metal and brass CREAM CAN is stamped WELFORDS SURREY DAIRY LTD to the top of the lid and with the initials WSD to the front.

It dates from circa 1900 and was used, by the Dairy, to deliver Cream to the Householder.

This little can would have held a quarter of a pint.

In good, original condition.

Height to top of lid: 3 inches (7.5 cm)

Express delivery within the UK is included. Please email for current Overseas Shipping charges.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Antique Dairy Cream Can to the 1900s.

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SA1210770
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Description
This charming metal and brass CREAM CAN is stamped WELFORDS SURREY DAIRY LTD to the top of the lid and with the initials WSD to the front.

It dates from circa 1900 and was used, by the Dairy, to deliver Cream to the Householder.

fig 1. An antique metal dairy cream can featuring a brass swing handle, stamped lid lettering, and a hinged spout cover.
fig 1. Welfords Surrey Dairy Cream Can C1900

This little can would have held a quarter of a pint.

In good, original condition.

Height to top of lid: 3 inches (7.5 cm)

Express delivery within the UK is included. Please email for current Overseas Shipping charges.

Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Antique Dairy Cream Can to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1210770
Shaun King Antiques
Shaun King Antiques
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Third generation antiques dealer selling a wide range of large and small antiques pre 1920.

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Archive I An antique metal dairy cream can featuring a brass swing handle, stamped lid lettering, and a hinged spout cover.

WELFORDS SURREY DAIRY CREAM CAN c1900

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An antique metal dairy cream can featuring a brass swing handle, stamped lid lettering, and a hinged spout cover.
WELFORDS SURREY DAIRY CREAM CAN c1900
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An antique metal dairy cream can featuring a brass swing handle, stamped lid lettering, and a hinged spout cover.
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Dairy cream cans were functional containers used to transport fresh cream or milk directly from local creameries and dairies to residential homes prior to the widespread adoption of glass bottles and domestic refrigeration.

These utility items were typically manufactured from tinplate, sheet metal, or brass, incorporating soldered joinery, wire bail handles, and fitted lids designed to withstand daily transportation.

Authentic period examples often feature stamped maker marks, embossed dairy company names, visible lead soldering along seams, and natural surface oxidisation consistent with functional age.

A small metallic cream container functions as a accent piece when displayed on kitchen islands, open dressers, or window sills, and can also serve as a vessel for dried botanical arrangements.

Maintain the surface by dusting with a clean, dry cloth and avoiding harsh abrasive cleaners or water soakings, which can damage original stamped lettering and historical patina.
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