Early 1900's Nugget Shoe Shine Box (Plus Extras)

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This early 20th-century Nugget shoe shine box is a distinctive piece of industrial advertising ephemera. Constructed from folded sheet metal, its main body is adorned with bright yellow enamel or painted panels, riveted securely to the frame. These panels prominently display the iconic 'NUGGET' branding, specifying 'Dark Brown' and detailing its use for 'all brown leather' on one side, and featuring the circular 'REGISTERED TRADE MARK' logo on an adjacent panel. A robust, shaped wooden handle, serving as a footrest, is securely mounted to the top, showing significant wear.

The item exhibits a rich, authentic patina consistent with its age and intended function. Visible wear includes scuffs and minor chips to the painted panels, alongside areas of surface rust and scratching on the exposed metal surfaces, particularly the top plate and edges. This combination of materials and wear contributes to its genuine character, reflecting a bygone era of domestic and commercial shoe care.

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