Vintage Blendwel Hexagon Crayons in Original Tin, c. 1940s-50s bathroom accessories frame: 13 1/2" x 12

frame: 13 1/2" x 12 3/8"

where I shot it propped up with a little space behind it

and while I don't think it is terribly old

I'm constantly amazed by the patience and care invested by the makers of objects like this

it also glows in black light

Vintage Blendwel Hexagon Crayons in Original Tin, c. 1940s-50s bathroom accessories frame: 13 1/2" x 12I find it impossible to resist beautiful old sets of crayons, perhaps especially this time of year, when they remind one of the joys of a fresh, back to school box. And these are about as good as it gets I think, barely used, hexagonal for an extra good grip, with terrific checkerboard paper labels, and in their sharp looking original tin. And they produce really excellent, rich color. Box measures 5 3 4" x 4 1 2" x 5 8". A little scratching to the