Vintage old keychain beer mug yellow retro rare advertising object

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

Old promotional keychain, featuring a stylized beer mug. The item consists of a small, bright yellow mug, topped with a white part resembling foam, and a side handle. The mug has a regular faceted relief reminiscent of the molded glass of traditional beer mugs. The whole is suspended from a short chain, which is itself connected to a simple opening metal ring, suitable for attachment to a key ring.

The finish of the mug is distinguished by a shiny, smooth appearance, with a vibrant and uniform yellow hue. The white upper part is crafted to imitate beer foam. The item adopts a retro aesthetic typical of promotional design from past decades, evoking promotional goodies from cafes and breweries.

This keychain is representative of vintage advertising items, often distributed by beverage brands to build customer loyalty. No logo or brand is visible on the displayed side, suggesting a generic model or manufacture for an unmarked advertising campaign.

The chain and ring have a metallic finish with a patinated appearance, typical of period keychain attachments. The whole is compact and designed for daily or decorative use.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The surface of the mug and the chain show a patina consistent with old use. No chips or cracks visible on the displayed side. The metal ring functions normally.

Did you know? Promotional keychains began to flourish in France in the 1950s, accompanying the democratization of automobiles and personal key rings. Beer mug-shaped models were frequently used by breweries to promote their establishment or brand, becoming emblematic objects of counter marketing.

AFW Reassurance

Careful and fast shipping. Shipped in suitable packaging by a professional seller specializing in antique and vintage items.

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