Peanut Butter Tin Antique Buffalo Brand E.M. Hoyt Amesbury Mass 1 lb Pail Sococan

Highlights

• Brand: Buffalo Brand Peanut Butter

• Manufacturer: E.M. Hoyt & Co.

• Location: Amesbury, Mass.

• Lid Variant: Rare embossed "Sococan Airtight" lid with "to open, pull down on tab" text

• Reverse Text: Features large circular "bubble" text block detailing oil mixing instructions

• Capacity: 1 lb. (One Pound)

• Graphics: Lithographed central bison with "Packed for those who appreciate quality" motto

• Dimensions: Approximately 3 1/4" Diameter x 3 3/4" Tall (comparable to standard soda can)

Additional Information

• Container Style: Authentic metal advertising tin pail with original wire bale handle

• Historical Context: Early 20th-century New England regional grocery advertising ephemera

• Aesthetic: Rich red, yellow, and gold lithograph finish with bold typography

• Fulfillment History: Highly collectible design variant rarely seen with this specific patented closure layout

Description

This is a rare, beautifully preserved 1 lb lithographed peanut butter tin pail from E.M. Hoyt & Co. of Amesbury, Massachusetts. This specific vintage advertising piece stands out due to its unique manufacturing variations. Unlike more common versions, the reverse side features a single large, circular text block explaining how natural peanut oils mix like cream in milk. The top is fitted with its original, unremoved metal lid embossed with "Sococan Airtight" and patent-pending text alongside instructions to "pull down on tab." Complete with its sturdy wire bale handle, this makes an exceptional display piece for collectors of early American food advertising, regional Massachusetts history, or rustic kitchen counter decor.

Condition Statement

• Overall: Very good antique condition relative to age, storage history, and original daily use

• Structure: Solid cylindrical body shape with no dings or severe structural dents

• Graphics: Vibrant red and yellow colors showing excellent visual contrast and strong shelf presence

• Surface: Minor surface scratches and tiny paint flakes present but do not distract from the main buffalo graphic

• Hardware: Original wire bale handle is intact, structurally stable, and firmly attached to the side eyelets

• Lid & Base: The lid has been left intentionally unremoved to prevent any bending or edge damage; shows age-appropriate dark oxidation and minor corrosion on raw metal surfaces as pictured

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