This is an antique French pocket-sized aluminum advertising container from around 1920, used for "Sucre Edulcor" (a sugar substitute or sweetener) in Paris and recommended for diabetic patients. The text embossed along the perimeter reads: "SUCRE ÉDULCOR PARIS - RECOMMANDÉ AUX DIABÉTIQUES". This translates to "Edulcor Sugar Paris - Recommended for Diabetics," highlighting its historical use as a specialized therapeutic confectionery container during the late Belle Époque and early 20th century.
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Material: Lightweight embossed aluminum.
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Motif: The center features an ornate monogram surrounded by elegant scrolling foliage and floral garlands. The outer rim is bordered by a tactile, pebble-like texture.
- Size: It is a tiny travel container, typically measuring about 1.5 inches in diameter and .50" high.
