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c1912 Lot of 48 Diff S33 National Flag Silks Egyptienne, Sovereign Cigarettes #3

$ 17.16

Availability: 48 in stock
  • Condition: Shows some typical wear, some corner curls, fraying & discoloration due to age. See scans. Some creases. Overall very nice.
  • Modified Item: No
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Restocking Fee: No

    Description

    National Flags & Major Cities. Inserted in tobacco/cigarette packs from 1911 to 1913. Three-inch ruler added to scans to show size/scale. Most measure about 3.25 inches by about 2.0 inches -- cutting procedures weren't precise back then. Great colors of silk fabric.
    Shows some typical wear, some corner curls, fraying & discoloration due to age.
    See scans of fronts and backs.
    Some creases. Overall a very nice lot, some are lower grade.
    Designated as S33 Flag Silks in the collectible guides. Most are Egyptienne & Sovereign (USA) cigarettes, a few are BVD issues (UK). Sovereigns are rarer than the Egyptiennes.
    Tobacco companies inserted items such as these to entice women to start smoking. These items were sewn into quilts, pillow cases, etc.
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