Vintage K.O. insecticide advertising keyring, old, rare, 60s style

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

Old advertising keychain, cylindrical in shape, representing a miniature bottle or tube of insecticide. The item is mounted on a metal ring with a chain and a small flat key, typical of promotional keychains from the 60s and 70s. The visible side features a multicolored label (green, yellow, red, white) with several printed inscriptions, including "K.O.", "INSECTICIDE", "TOXIQUE", as well as a stylized black insect drawing. The overall graphic design clearly evokes a vintage advertisement for an insecticide product. The cylinder's surface shows a marked patina and signs of wear, with parts of the label partially faded or torn, which accentuates the item's vintage character.

The keychain consists of a tubular body with a lacquered or metallic appearance, the upper part of which is fitted with an eyelet for attaching the ring. The metal chain and small key add a utilitarian and retro touch to the ensemble. The colors of the label, although faded in places, remain legible and contribute to the authentic charm of this advertising piece. The central illustration depicts a stylized insect, reinforcing the promotional purpose of the item for an insecticide product.

The typography and graphic style of the label, as well as the overall design of the keychain, clearly evoke the design of the 60s to 70s, a period when advertising objects of this type were frequently distributed by brands to promote their everyday products. The state of wear and the original patina attest to the age and authenticity of the piece.

This advertising keychain stands out for its compact size, tubular shape, and retro graphics. It is particularly prized for its decorative value and its evocation of an era when advertising on utilitarian objects was omnipresent in daily life. Visible details, such as the mention "TOXIQUE" in red and the inscriptions in black, are typical of health warnings of the time on household products.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows a patina of use, traces of oxidation on the ring and chain, label partially faded or detached. Wear consistent with old use and repeated handling.

Did you know? Advertising keychains had their golden age in France between the 1950s and 1970s, often produced in limited series to promote consumer brands or products. Items representing miniature packaging or bottles were particularly popular for their playful aspect and strong visual impact.

AFW Reassurance

Careful packaging and fast shipping. Professional seller, specialist in antique and advertising items.

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