Tobacco specialists haul in a prize catch, with this 1880s-1910s non-sport tobacco premium redemption ticket/certificate lot of (24). Inserted in packages of tobacco products more than 130 years ago, these famous brand redemption coupons could be turned in for a variety of prizes, such as tobacco card albums, classic literature bound books, a silk flag, harlequin playing cards and various sundries. Given their considerable age, condition for this selection is favorable, with examples ranging FR to EX. A sweet crowning touch for those in possession of the corresponding cards and packages for these products, these attractive coupons are a nice find in such quantity and quality as this group.
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W. Duke, Sons & Co. Heroes of the Civil War album (10) certificates average (VG to EX);
W. Duke, Sons & Co. Postage Stamp album (1) certificate (GD);
W. Duke, Sons & Co. Terrors of America album (2) certificates (VG-EX, GD);
W. Duke, Sons & Co. Shadows album (1) certificate (GD-VG);
Sub-Rosa Handsome Scarf (3) tickets average (FR-GD);
National Cigarette & Tobacco Co. Admiral Cigarettes classic literature book (3) coupons ((2) GD, (1) FR);
Liggett & Myers Tobacco Co. Duke's Mixture sundries (1) coupon (EX);
Kinney Bros. Leaders/Animals/Racing/Surf Beauties albums (2) tickets (FR-GD, FR);
Butler-Butler Inc. Egyptienne Straights Silk National Flags (1) coupon (GD).