Old Tin Appraisal

Collectible Tin Filled with Pennies

The item is a cylindrical metal tin, appearing to be made of tinplate, filled to the brim with loose U.S. Lincoln pennies. The tin features a decorative motif on its side, depicting two cartoonish teddy bears. One bear, colored light brown with pink overalls and a blue shirt, appears to be holding a smaller, red-orange apple-like object. The background of the illustration is a verdant green, possibly suggesting grass or a natural setting, with white golf balls scattered around. The tin has a silver-colored interior, visible around the rim, indicating its metallic composition. The exterior graphics show some signs of wear or age, though the colors remain largely vibrant. The lid, which is detached and lying on the wooden floor next to the tin, is gold-colored with a printed label. The label on the lid has text, though it's largely unreadable, and a graphic that appears to be a 'fan' of different colored candies or beads, suggesting it may have originally contained such items, possibly from a brand like Jelly Belly or a similar confectionery producer. The tin itself appears to be in good overall condition, with no major dents or significant rust visible from the provided image. The pennies inside vary in color and patina, suggesting a mix of different minting years and levels of circulation wear. Some pennies appear brighter and newer, while others exhibit the darker, oxidized patina characteristic of older copper or copper-plated zinc coins. The sheer quantity of pennies fills the container to its rim, making it quite heavy if lifted.