Vintage 1940s JR Watkins Petro-Carbo Salve Tin | Advertising Medicine Collectible

Vintage J.R. Watkins Company Petro-Carbo Salve tin featuring bold red, black, and gold graphics with classic early medicine advertising design. This round metal salve tin is marked “The J.R. Watkins Company” with locations including Winona, Minnesota and Newark, New Jersey. The back includes original usage directions and ingredients.

Bottom of the tin references "Standard for over 70 years," which dates the manufacturing of this particular tin between 1938-1948 since the company was founded in 1868. These were sold door-to-door by "Watkins Men" to be used as a remedy "For Stock" (for livestock).

A fantastic piece for:
Apothecary and pharmacy collections
Vintage advertising displays
Primitive farmhouse décor
Curio cabinets and medical memorabilia collectors
Rustic bathroom or office décor

Condition:
Shows authentic vintage wear including scratches, paint loss, rust/patina around the edges, and age-related discoloration consistent with age and use. Please review photos carefully for condition details.

Approximate Size:
About 4.5 inches across

Features:
Original lithographed metal tin
Bright vintage advertising graphics
Empty salve container
Great display piece with authentic patina