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A trading fad in the late 1980's, canned fish collecting is making a come-back.

Those in the know are well aware that "best before" and "use by" dates are not relevant. Fish, and sardines in particular, benefit greatly from long periods of maturity, just like fine wines. In addition, the attraction of complete and integral cans is of great interest to those who see the value of investing in fish with the sole intention of accruing a capital gain rather than eating the contents, and with some tins from the 1800's selling for thousands of pounds, this interest in investment cans is slowly but surely filtering out into the general market.

Unfortunately, our stock of fish from that period has long gone, but we still retain stocks of some interesting contemporary cans which we hope may tickle your fancy.

We need to add that legally, we must tell you that all these products are sold with "investment only" status, not to be consumed. But what you do with them after having bought them is your private affair!

Until the web site is complete, please don't hesitate to contact us with your canned fish needs to see if we have what you require.

Connétable Sardines in peanut oil. The winning can was never found! Could this be it?

Product: Sardines in peanut oil. Manufacturer: Connétable. Country of packing: France. Net weight: 115 grammes. Opener type: Ring pull. Condition: Superficial rust, design intact, no leakage. Use by date: July 2002. CE code: FRANCE 29-046-504 CE Notes: Part of a special issue with selected cans having a prize printed underneath the lid, only visible when the can was opened. Although the contest ended in 1998, a winner was never announced, giving this can the potential of being the winner. Unfortunately, the buyer will never be able to claim. Price: £15.00.

Cora Sardines in extra virgin olive oil. Cora's fine effort to bring quality to the masses!

Product: Sardines in extra virgin olive oil. Manufacturer: Interdis (for Cora). Country of packing: France. Net weight: 115 grammes. Opener type: Ring pull. Condition: Superficial rust, design intact, no leakage. Use by date: December 2003. CE code: FRANCE 13-078-02 CE Notes: A lovely metallic green and gold can, this product was part of an exclusive range by French supermarket chain, Cora. The description cites that these are fresh Mediterranean sardines cooked in an oven before canning. Price: £10.00.

Connétable Sardines in peanut oil. Hand-filleted and prepared in Dournenez fashion!

Product: Sardines in peanut oil. Manufacturer: Connétable. Country of packing: France. Net weight: 115 grammes. Opener type: Ring pull. Condition: Superficial rust, design intact, no leakage. Use by date: October 2002. CE code: FRANCE 29-046-504 CE Notes: An elegant metallic gold can, with black and red counter-design. The description cites that these sardines were prepared in Douarnenez style, i.e. hand-filleted and sorted in a traditional manner before being canned in peanut oil. Price: £15.00.

Sardines with truffles in a spicy relish. Crème de la crème of all sardine products?

Product: Sardines with truffles in a spicy relish. Manufacturer: Rodel. Country of packing: France. Net weight: 115 grammes. Opener type: Key, (not supplied). Condition: Superficial rust, design intact, no leakage. Use by date: February 2002. CE code: MISSING! Notes: The connoisseurs sardine! A simple metallic blue can, the understatement of the design gives no clue, other than the description, to the delights within! The description cites that these sardines are stuffed with truffles and a spicy relish before being canned in finest vegetable oil. Price: £40.00.

Sardines in tomato sauce. Especially for children: no skin, no bones!

Product: Sardines in tomato sauce. Manufacturer: Connétable. Country of packing: France. Net weight: 115 grammes. Opener type: Ring pull. Condition: As new, design intact, no leakage. Use by date: June 2000. CE code: FRANCE 29-046-504 CE Notes: Aimed at the younger market, this can has a simple design of two children at the seaside. These sardines fillets are skinned, with no bones, ideal for children and an innovative marketing ploy on the part of the producer. Clever! Price: £12.50.

Gourmet Sardines with pine nuts in olive oil. An unusual, Mediterranean style, recipe from Saupiquet!

Product: Sardines with pine nuts in olive oil. Manufacturer: Saupiquet. Country of packing: France. Net weight: 100 grammes. Opener type: Ring pull. Condition: As new, design intact, no leakage. Use by date: 4th April 2006. CE code: FRANCE 29-232-501 CE Notes: A more basic can design with simple picture of contents, nevertheless, it hides a more exotic recipe within. The description cites that these sardines have been griled before being canned with pine nuts and olive oil. Unusual recipe from a famous Breton name. Price: £10.00.

Sardines with lemon and basil. Cora's offering had a fresh, lively taste.

Product: Sardines with lemon and basil. Manufacturer: Saupiquet (for Cora). Country of packing: France. Net weight: 100 grammes. Opener type: Ring pull. Condition: As new, design intact, no leakage. Use by date: February 2006. CE code: FRANCE 29-046-532 CE Notes: A deceptively simple can design with picture of contents, on a fresh, yellow bckground. The description cites that these sardines contain lemon, basil and white wine vinegar. A brave effort by Cora to bring unusual tastes to its customers. Price: £10.00.

For canned fish only, packaging and postage by insured Recorded Delivery is £7.50 for up to 3 items with a replacement value up to £50 and by insured Special Delivery for £12.00 for up to 10 items with a replacement value up to £500.

For orders above this value, we shall quote a tailored price for couriered delivery. Clients outside the UK should ask for a customised delivery quote.

The items shown above are a small part of a large selection of canned fish available for sale.
Should you have a particular requirement, please e-mail LAINSON (EUROPE) with your specific needs.

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