Original U.S. Army Ultrex Platinum Prophylactics Tin with Original Contents

Original U.S. Army Ultrex Platinum Prophylactics Tin with Original Contents
Original Ultrex Platinum Tin – Complete with Three Original Prophylactics

A rare and highly collectable original Ultrex Platinum prophylactics tin, manufactured by the Dean Rubber Manufacturing Company of Kansas City, Missouri, complete with its three original prophylactics (condoms) still housed inside the tin.

Produced during the World War II era, tins of this type were widely purchased by, and associated with, U.S. servicemen. The U.S. military actively encouraged the use of prophylactics as part of its venereal disease prevention programme, making examples such as this an interesting reminder of an often-overlooked aspect of wartime military history.

The compact lithographed tin is attractively printed and marked “Ultrex Platinum”, manufactured by the Dean Rubber Manufacturing Company, Kansas City, Missouri. Original tins retaining all three unopened prophylactics are becoming increasingly difficult to find and are highly sought after by collectors of U.S. militaria, medical memorabilia and vintage advertising.

Features
Original Ultrex Platinum lithographed metal tin.
Manufactured by Dean Rubber Manufacturing Co., Kansas City, Missouri.
Complete with three original prophylactics.
WWII-era example.
Excellent display piece.
Rare survivor with original contents.
Ideal for collectors of U.S. Army militaria, medical equipment, pharmacy items and vintage advertising.
Condition

Presented in good original condition with age-related wear consistent with its age. The tin displays well with clear graphics and retains its original contents. The prophylactics remain inside for historical display purposes only and are not suitable for use due to their age.

A fascinating and increasingly scarce piece of World War II-era history, representing the practical measures taken to protect the health of American servicemen. Complete examples such as this are seldom encountered and make an excellent addition to any serious collection of U.S. military or medical memorabilia.