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Lot of 3 authentic vintage mid-1970s to early 1980s Black Velvet Blended Canadian Whisky empty display canisters. This unique collection highlights a historic packaging transition era, showcasing the evolutionary shift in Canadian liquor labeling.
Distributor and Heritage:
Distributed by The Black Velvet Canadian Whisky Company / Gilbey Canada Limited (Toronto, Canada). These pieces feature the prominent "Gilbey Canada Limited, Toronto" distribution text, anchoring them directly to the historic, now-defunct New Toronto distillery site.
Lot Breakdown and Sizing Specifications:
- 2x Canisters: Marked with rare pre-1976 dual Imperial and Metric sizing labels (25 OZ. FL. 710 ml / 40% ALC./VOL.)
- 1x Canister: Marked with the post-1976 pure metric sizing label (750 ml / 40% ALC./VOL.)
Design and Materials:
Constructed with premium heavy-duty rolled cardboard siding bodies featuring a deep matte black finish, accented by prominent embossed gold-foil "BV" initials and the detailed vintage Gilbey Canada coat of arms crest. Includes friction-fit plastic top lids and metal rim bases. A fantastic addition for home bar decors, man caves, retro advertising displays, or vintage liquor brand collectors.
Condition Details:
This collection is in good vintage pre-owned empty display condition. The cardboard bodies are structurally solid with vibrant gold foil graphics. The friction-fit plastic lids are fully present. The bottom metal rims display characteristic vintage aging, surface scuffs, and a natural oxidation patina as pictured. Clean interiors. Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic details.
About Our Store:
Fast next-day business shipping securely packed. We specialize in liquidating large personal vintage collections. These canisters will be packed securely in a sturdy box with protective wrap to prevent tube crushing or lid cracking during transit. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or reasonable offers!
Item Specifics For Search Filters:
Brand: Black Velvet / Gilbey Canada
Type of Advertising: Canister Tube / Bottle Display
Date of Origin: 1970s / 1980s
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Distillery, Liquor, Alcohol Memorabilia
Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
Color: Black and Gold
Number of Items: 3
Material: Cardboard, Metal, Plastic
