Auction 52, Are You Feeling Lucky? March 17th, 2026
Tue, Mar 17, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 433
Vintage Fairy Soap Advertising Tin with Child Illustration, Early 20th Century
Estimate: $50 - $150
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Vintage round Fairy Soap advertising tin, featuring a charming illustrated child seated atop a bar of soap with bold “FAIRY” lettering and period pricing marked 5¢. This tin is a classic example of early 20th-century American soap and household advertising, produced during the golden age of illustrated packaging.
Constructed of tin with original lithographed decoration, the piece retains strong color and graphics on the lid. The underside shows expected age-related wear consistent with use and storage. A desirable collectible for advertising, packaging, and Americana collectors.
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Manufacturer: Fairy Soap
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Origin: United States
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Date: Early 20th century (circa 1900–1920)
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Material: Lithographed tin
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Form: Round advertising tin
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Decoration: Child figure illustration with Fairy Soap branding
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Fairy Soap, advertising tin, vintage tin, soap tin, antique advertising, Americana, early 20th century, lithograph tin, collectible tin, general store advertising, household advertising, advertising memorabilia
Available payment options
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