Tobacco Tins
News about Tobacco Tins
NEW YORK — Patented in 1875, offset lithography quickly became the preferred way to decorate tin products, and the tobacco industry was a pioneer in utilizing the then-revolutionary technology to advertise its wares.
 FALLS CHURCH, Va. – While Boyd Matson and June Hechinger led very different lives, each shared the enjoyment of collecting advertising-related memorabilia. On April 6 Quinn’s Auctions will offer 300 lots, including Matson’s 40-year collection of advertising signs, memorabilia and toys; and Hechinger’s 40-year collection of British biscuit and American tobacco tins from her […]
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – An outstanding pair of single-owner lifetime collections – one from Hal and Terri Boggess, the other from Mart and Kitty James – will be auctioned without reserve the weekend of April 10-12 by Showtime Auction Services at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor/Saline Road. Other collections will also be […]
DENVER, Pa. – Morphy Auctions, a company known for its emphasis on fresh to the market collections of superior-quality antiques, will present 839 lots of antique advertising in its March 28th specialty auction. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. Among the main categories are Coca-Cola and soda pop signs and other […]