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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.

Sardines in tomato sauce. The basic offering from "U" supermarket chain.

Product: Sardines in tomato sauce. Manufacturer: Unknown (for U). Country of packing: Morocco. Net weight: 69 grammes. Opener type: Ring pull. Condition: Superficial rust, design largely intact, no leakage. Use by date: End 2002. CE code: Missing - non European. Notes: A basic offering from French supermarket chain, U. Interestingly, on the reverse, U agrees with our philosophy: it says quite clearly in French that "sardines are like fine wine - they improve with age"; that's an adage that we agree with fully! Price: £7.00.

Sardines with Madagascan green pepper. Connétable really pushed the boat out with these!

Product: Sardines with Madagascan green pepper in extra virgin olive oil. Manufacturer: Connétable. Country of packing: France. Net weight: 87 grammes. Opener type: Ring pull. Condition: As new, design intact, no leakage. Use by date: July 2006. CE code: FRANCE 29-046-504 CE Notes: Wow! there's no doubt that Connétable really went for the finest ingredients when this recipe was conceived. Fine madagascan green pepper and extra virgin olive oil - a connoisseur's delight! Price: £10.00.

Sardines in vegtable oil. A basic, nourishing option.

Product: Sardines in vegtable oil. Manufacturer: Interdis. Country of packing: France. Net weight: 69 grammes. Opener type: Ring pull. Condition: Superficial rust, design intact, no leakage. Use by date: End 2001. CE code: FRANCE 13-078-02 CE Notes: A very basic offering from Interdis under the "Régal de l'ocean" brand. Nonetheless, it brings a box of nourishment to an affordable level without taping into the supermarket "own brand" ranges. Very commendable! Price: £15.00.

Anchovy fillets in extra virgin olive oil. A sleekly presented offering from Rizzoli.

Product: Anchovy fillets in extra virgin olive oil. Manufacturer: Rizzoli. Country of packing: Italy. Net weight: 90 grammes. Opener type: Ring pull. Condition: As new, design intact, no leakage. Use by date: 28th December 2002. CE code: ITALY I-581 CE Notes: A beautiful golden can with the Rizzoli bearded dwarves on the front, telling you to "eat well". This can is very satisfying to hold, with an elevated stubby format. A method of presenting anchovies which is not often seen in the UK. One for the serious investor. Price: £25.00.

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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