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Hercules Powder Company No. 6 Blasting Caps Tin – 100 (Empty)

This early 20th Century Hercules Powder Company Mining tin once held 100 No. 6 blasting caps, crucial for controlled detonations in industrial and mining applications. The tin is maker marked and features the distinctive Hercules logo, depicting the mythological figure wielding a club, symbolizing strength and reliability. Hercules Powder Company was a leading name in explosives, providing essential materials for industries like mining, construction, and demolition throughout the 20th century. This tin’s vibrant yellow background, paired with bold black lithography, creates a striking and collectible example of early industrial packaging.

Condition:

• Good Condition: The tin shows scratches and surface corrosion throughout, particularly around the edges. Despite the wear, the lithography is well-preserved, retaining its bold graphics and legibility. Surface wear adds to its authentic, aged character.
• Actual Photos Used: The images display the tin's current condition, showcasing the details and vintage appeal.

Size:

• Dimensions: 1.75" H x 2.75" Diameter.

Provenance: The Hercules Powder Company played a key role in supplying reliable and safe explosives for a variety of industrial operations. Blasting caps, such as those originally stored in this tin, were essential for precise detonations in mining and construction, making them indispensable tools in the industrial growth of the United States, particularly in regions like the American Southwest.

Note: This tin is empty and contains no explosives or blasting caps.