Historical information

MacRobertson's confectionery was founded by Macpherson Robertson in the 1880s, and later sold to Cadbury's.

Significance

The tin has local significance as Sir Macpherson Robertson was a resident of Sackville Street, Kew

Physical description

Octagonal celadon and pink coloured tin, originally holding confectionary manufactured by MacRobertson. The lid of the tin features an image of roses, while the sides portray other flowers.

Inscriptions & markings

"MacRobertson"