This century-old piece is structurally sound and completely intact, showing a beautiful, honest history of use.
- **Exterior Copper & Patina:** The canister features a rich, untouched original copper patina. There are scattered dark spots, age-appropriate surface scuffs, and distinct patches of green verdigris oxidation/tarnish (most notably in the stepped crevices of the lid and on the lower body).
- **Dents:** There are a few small, soft, shallow dents/indentations along the rounded dome and shoulders of the lid, which have been clearly highlighted in the close-up photos.
- **Interior Lining:** The interior tin lining is remarkably clean, structurally solid, and free of heavy corrosion, deep scaling, or holes. It shows normal light graying and surface scuffs consistent with age.
- **Fit:** The classic screw-top reservoir cap functions properly, and the main lid still sits evenly and seats securely onto the cylindrical base.
*Please check all images closely as they serve as the final visual guide to the condition of this item. Sold exactly as pictured.*