A small, circular lithographed tin box in the iconic red, black, and gold colors of the KIWI brand, bearing the explicit word "SAMPLE." The lid features the famous kiwi logo, now iconic in the history of international shoe polishes, along with the phrases "Thoroughly Waterproof" and "Boot Polish – Black." The gold reverse side contains detailed instructions in English for the care of patent leather, confirming its Anglo-Saxon distribution. This very small size corresponds to a promotional sample , intended for demonstrations or commercial distribution, and is significantly less common than standard sizes.
✦ Origin: United Kingdom / international distribution ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1920-1930 ✦ Dimensions: 4 × 1 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal ✦ Condition: Good overall condition for a sample, visible wear and rubbing on the edges, lithograph clearly legible, attractive patina from use
Mini format emblematic of the KIWI brand, highly sought after for collections of vintage shoe polishes and international advertising items.
