Vintage Erinmore Flake Pipe Tobacco Tin by Murray’s Collectible Tobacco Tin

This vintage Erinmore Flake Pipe Tobacco tin is a bold and highly collectible example of classic British tobacco packaging. With its striking yellow and red colour scheme, crisp typography and unmistakable branding from Murray’s, this tin captures the confident visual style that defined mid‑20th‑century pipe tobacco products.

The tin features the original Erinmore Flake label, complete with weight details and the “vacuum packed” opening instruction along the edge. Its rectangular shape with rounded corners, combined with light age‑related wear, gives it the authentic character collectors value.

 The colours remain strong, making it an excellent display piece for shelves, cabinets, shop décor or a curated collection of tobacco memorabilia.
A genuine period item, this tin offers both decorative appeal and historical interest, ideal for enthusiasts of vintage packaging, advertising history and British tobacconist heritage.

The Legacy of Erinmore Flake and Murray’s Tobacco

Erinmore Flake is one of the most recognisable pipe tobaccos ever produced in the UK, originally blended by Murray, Sons & Co. Ltd, a Belfast‑based tobacco manufacturer with roots stretching back to the early 19th century. Known for its distinctive aromatic blend and loyal following, Erinmore became a staple in tobacconist shops across Britain and beyond.

During the 20th century, tobacco tins served a dual purpose: preserving freshness and acting as powerful branding tools. Companies invested heavily in bold colours, lithographed designs and clear typography to stand out in crowded retail displays. Erinmore’s bright yellow tin became instantly identifiable, helping cement the brand’s long‑lasting reputation.

Today, original Erinmore tins are sought after by collectors for their vibrant design, connection to British tobacco history and the craftsmanship of early packaging production. Tins with strong colour, readable text and intact edges—like this example—are especially desirable.

Size 9.5 x 5.5 x 2.5cm