Description: These collectible felts and silks are a must-have for any tobacciana collector or fan of British Empire.British Empire: Port of London Authority; British Empire: Cinque Ports; British Empire: Governor General of India;British Empire: Royal Air Force (2x).Originally issued in American cigarette packets between 1905 and 1917, these ‘giveaways’ proved a very popular promotional item which was taken up by twenty British tobacco manufacturers at the advent of the First World War (1914). Silk cigarette inserts continued to be issued following paper restrictions announced by the government in 1917, but had faded out by the mid-1920s, except for a small resurgence in 1933-4. The subjects included religion, cricket, football, art, flags, army and naval badges, flowers, and clan tartans. Silk inserts were an adaptation of the popular cigarette cards. In North America between 1900 and 1936 silk cigarette cards, or inserts, were produced by tobacco companies as calculated promotional giveaways for men to pass on to women.Silk cards measure approximate 2” x 3.5” (see images). Good vintage condition. Some have discoloration, stains and edge fraying. Colors are bright. Please view all the photos as the are intended to be part of the description and ask any questions you may have prior to bidding. I’m always willing to take additional photos or answered detailed questions.
Price: 29.95 USD
Location: Saco, Maine
End Time: 2025-02-04T01:30:19.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
