Lot #49: Rare Vintage 1980s Coca-Cola Coke Metal Advertising Canister Hamper - Open Top

Rare Vintage 1980s Coca-Cola Coke Metal Advertising Canister Hamper - Open Top Item: Vintage Coca-Cola Advertising Metal Storage Drum / Hamper (Open Top, No Lid) Era: Circa 1980s Dimensions: Approximately 23" Height x 18" Diameter Up for auction is an authentic, highly collectible vintage 1980s Coca-Cola metal advertising drum. Manufactured during the classic "Coke" script era, this large-scale piece features the iconic red and white lithograph design. This versatile, open-top piece is absolutely perfect today to reuse as a rustic patio planter, an outdoor party beverage tub/ice cooler, a garage workshop wastebasket, or a bold retail display! A major plus for this specific piece is that both original red plastic carrying handles are fully intact and remain firmly riveted in place—these are usually the first parts to crack or break off over the decades. Condition Report (Honest & Transparent): Exterior: Displays vibrant, classic Coca-Cola red paint with excellent overall color. Shows genuine vintage character with some light surface scratches and minor cosmetic creasing/denting along the sides consistent with its age and utility. Interior: Solid structural condition with absolutely no rusted-out holes or structural rot. Light surface rust and minor scuffing are present along the interior bottom seams, which can be easily cleaned, painted, or lined depending on how you plan to use it. Hardware & Rim: Original plastic side handles are sturdy and strong. The top rim has a minor cosmetic warp from normal handling over the years but remains structurally sound. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to assess the exact cosmetic condition before bidding. This auction is for the barrel only as pictured (no lid included). Sold as-is. Nearest intersection Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue Dimensions: 23" Height x 18" Diameter Pickup category timeslot {A}