Cigarette trade cards were small collectible cards that were included in cigarette packs in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a marketing tool by cigarette manufacturers to boost brand loyalty. These cards were issued in sets, and the earliest known set is from the 1880s. They featured a wide range of subjects, including sports figures, actresses, military leaders, and landscapes. The cards were so popular that they became a hobby for many people, who collected them and traded them with others. In the 1930's albums were prooduced for collectors to store and display their sets. The production of cigarette cards was eventually discontinued in the 1940s as the popularity of cigarettes began to decline.

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1958-74 cards & decals including 1958 (circa) shell 'Club…

1958-74 Football Cards and Decals Collection

1958-74 cards & decals including 1958 (circa) shell 'Club mascot Transfer' [1/29]; 1959 Besters 'Victorian Footballers' thick [1/23] & thin [1/23] (trimmed at top); 1963-68 golden Fleece 'Activ 8 Transfer' [1/42]; 1973 Noonans 'Footy Freaks '(14); 1974…

1959 Besters Sweets 'Victorian Footballers' part set (12/23).…

1959 Besters Sweets Victorian Footballers Part Set (12/23)

1959 Besters Sweets 'Victorian Footballers' part set (12/23). Fair/VG condition.

An impressive boxed sweets service. It comprises of bowls, a…

Deluxe Boxed Sweets Set with Elegant Accessories

An impressive boxed sweets service. It comprises of bowls, a nutcracker, grape scissors and serving spoons

Two sets of crystal glasses, a decanter and others setting for…

Faceted Crystal Glassware Set with Decanter and Sweets Dishes

Two sets of crystal glasses, a decanter and others setting for 10 with faceted stems, 6 tumblers, 8 parfait glasses, decanter and various sweets dishes