Item Report
Early 20th Century Industrial Tin Measuring Cup
By: Unknown
Style: Industrial Utility Ware
Origin: United States or Western Europe
Materials: Tin-plated steel
Age: Circa 1920-1940
Condition: Good (visible surface wear and patina typical of age, no major dents, handle secure)
Value: $20-$40
Maker's Marks / Writing: Embossed text: 'CAPACITY 400CC'
Date: 2025-06-28 15:43:53.412719
Description:
This is a utilitarian tin measuring cup with a handle, likely from the early to mid-20th century. The embossed text 'CAPACITY 400CC' indicates its volume in cubic centimeters, suggesting it was used for industrial, laboratory, or institutional kitchen purposes. The cup is constructed from tin-plated steel, which was typical for such wares before stainless steel became commonplace. The handle is simply bent and riveted onto the cup body, featuring a practical, no-frills design with a rolled rim and a soldered base seam.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A sturdy example of early to mid-20th century functional industrial ware, representative of practical, mass-produced items used in factories, schools, or institutional kitchens. Not highly collectible, but of interest as a utilitarian antique. The visible wear and slight patina add authenticity and period charm.
Individual Images:
- Embossed measurement 'CAPACITY 400CC' is clearly legible. Handle is intact and shows no repairs. Patina and minor surface oxidation on tin are appropriate for age
- confirming period authenticity.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Good (visible surface wear and patina typical of age, no major dents, handle secure)
Identification Score: 90%
The embossing, design, and construction are typical of 20th-century industrial tinware; its utility and volume marking match similar items used in institutional settings. The shape and handle style are consistent with pre-stainless mass-market goods.
Authenticity Score: 85%
The patina, signs of use, and construction details (including the soldered base and riveted handle) suggest genuine age. No indication of modern reproduction techniques. The industrial look and measurement system (CC) further indicate mid-20th century origin.
Image Memory Note
Tall tin measuring cup with handle, marked 400CC, utilitarian, estimated early-mid 20th century, visible patina and honest wear.
Keywords
measuring cup, tin cup, industrial ware, 20th century, utility, United States, vintage kitchen
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