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Grandmother’s Candy – A Gift of Love
How better to say “I love you” than with this collection of Grandma Candy, a tradition passed down through generations. Many remember – or have heard about – the Depression, the two World Wars, and other hard times when sugar was in short supply. When sugar came back, sugar-rich candy was a sign of affluence, certainty, and the knowledge that everything was alright.
What’s In Grandma’s Purse?
This collection contains the hard candy favorites, enjoyed by Grandparents and handed to the children they loved best. Stored in kitchen cabinets and special tins, they were a mix of sour balls, clove balls, butterscotch drops, anise squares, cinnamon drops, Starlight mints, and more. These treats are the nostalgic grandma candy that many fondly remember from their childhood. Candies may vary based on availability. 6 ounces in a heat-sealed bag!
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