Ovaltine

Object/Artifact

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

"Ovaltine"

Entry/Object ID

2006.60.1.2

Description

A can of "Ovaltine" food beverage, manufactured by The Wander Company, Villa Park, Illinois, ca. 1926. The cylindrical-shaped container has a screened label with a product statement, directions for use, and other information, including a notation that the product concept was from Switzerland. There is also reference to the new style of packaging, dating from January 1926. With heavy rust, dents, scratches and other signs of wear, the overall condition is fair.

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Search Terms

Reid, Murdoch and Company

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Object Name

Cans (Containers)