Lion Brand No. 8 Blasting Caps Tin 100 
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Aetna Explosives Lion Brand Blasting Caps Tin – 100 No. 8 (Empty)
This vintage Aetna Explosives Lion Brand Blasting Caps Marketing tin, once containing 100 No. 8 blasting caps, is a prime example of early 20th-century mine-related equipment. These blasting caps were vital components in mining, construction, and demolition, providing the precision needed for controlled detonations. Aetna Explosives, known for their reliability and quality, supplied caps like these to industries across the U.S., including mining operations in New Mexico and Arizona. The tin itself features a bold green design, with black lettering detailing the Lion Brand logo and blasting cap specifications. With surface wear and patina that reflects its use in harsh conditions, this tin is both a historical artifact and a unique collectible.
Condition:
- Good Condition: The tin displays surface oxidation, particularly on the base, which shows rust and wear typical for its age. The lithographed label remains legible, with scratches and wear adding to its authentic vintage character.
- Base: Rusting present, especially along the edges, but the tin retains its structural integrity.
Size:
- 2.25" X 2.75" Diameter
Provenance: Lion Brand blasting caps, like the ones originally housed in this tin, were used widely in mining operations, including in places such as Silver City, New Mexico, where blasting caps played a crucial role in extracting valuable minerals like copper and silver. This tin, produced by Aetna Explosives, connects directly to the rich history of mining and industrial development in the early 1900s.
Blasting Caps and Their Use: Blasting caps, such as the No. 8 variety that once filled this tin, were responsible for triggering larger explosions in mining operations. These caps provided safe and controlled detonation, an essential feature in the dangerous process of blasting through rock and ore. As described in blasting cap literature, such as from mining operations in Bisbee, Arizona, different caps were used for different materials, with safety and efficiency being paramount. Lion Brand was recognized for its reliability in providing such detonators.
Note: This tin is empty and does not contain any explosive materials or blasting caps.