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No. 3 Cigarettes, 1933
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No. 3 Cigarettes, 1933
Players No. 3 cigarettes rectangular counter card. It is slightly padded over a metal frame with a glossy finish. The background is black and the with an old-gold or bronze edge. It depicts a bunch of flame red lilies in a porcelain vase decorated with a chinese dragon. Next to the vase is a porcelain statuette of a parrot. In the bottom left is an open pack of No. 3 cigarettes. The text reads " PLAYERs No. 3 // THE // EXTRA // QUALITY // CIGARETTE". On the reverse is a support to allow the card to stand upright and a hanging loop. On the support is a hand-written note which reads " Not Bronze". In the top left hand corner is the remains of a circular rubber stamp, probably a proof stamp from Mardon, Son and Hall
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This print showcases a vintage rectangular counter card for No. 3 Cigarettes, dating back to 1933. The card exudes an air of elegance with its slightly padded metal frame and glossy finish. Against a striking black background, the eye is immediately drawn to the vibrant flame red lilies displayed in a delicate porcelain vase adorned with a Chinese dragon motif. Adding to the charm, a porcelain statuette of a parrot stands beside the vase, creating an intriguing juxtaposition. In the bottom left corner of the image, an open pack of No. 3 cigarettes rests prominently, emphasizing their presence as the focal point of this advertisement. The text boldly declares "PLAYERs No. 3 // THE // EXTRA // QUALITY // CIGARETTE" reinforcing their superior reputation among smokers. Turning our attention to the reverse side of this remarkable piece, we discover a support that allows it to stand upright and even features a hanging loop for versatile display options. Curiously enough, there is also a handwritten note on this support which reads "Not Bronze" hinting at some unknown history or backstory behind this particular item. Preserving remnants from its past life as an advertising tool, we can observe faint traces of what appears to be circular rubber stamp impressions in the top left corner—possibly proof stamps from Mardon, Son and Hall—a testament to its authenticity. This photograph encapsulates not only Nottingham's rich heritage but also highlights elements such as flowers and tobacco that have played significant
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