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Weights Cigarettes, 1926=1928
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Weights Cigarettes, 1926=1928
Players Weights rectangular counter card. The background resembles watered silk in shades of blue, purple and green. The border is cream with a diamond design in white. There is a hanging loop to the top. Down the centre of the card are three packs of cigarettes. The text reads " PLAYERs " WEIGHTS // 5 for 2d // 10 for 4d // 20 for 8d // CIGARETTES". There is a hand-written note which dates the card to " 1926". (see NCMG 2001-33/533 for alternate date)
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This print showcases a vintage advertisement for Weights Cigarettes, dating back to the late 1920s. The rectangular counter card features an exquisite background reminiscent of watered silk, adorned in shades of mesmerizing blue, purple, and green. Its cream-colored border is intricately designed with diamond patterns in white, adding a touch of elegance to the overall composition. Prominently displayed down the center are three packs of cigarettes bearing the brand name "PLAYERs". WEIGHTS. The text beneath them proudly proclaims enticing offers: "5 for 2d" "10 for 4d" and "20 for 8d". This nostalgic piece serves as a reminder of simpler times when smoking was not only socially acceptable but also widely advertised. Adding further charm to this artifact is a handwritten note that accompanies it, confirming its origin in the year 1926. However, there exists an alternate date mentioned as well (referenced as NCMG 2001-33/533). This intriguing detail adds an air of mystery and invites speculation about its true historical significance. The photograph captures not just an advertisement but also a glimpse into Nottingham's past—a time when John Player and Sons were prominent figures in the tobacco industry. It serves as a testament to their influence on advertising trends during that era
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