Description:
A vintage red lithographed tin featuring the image of Prince Albert and bold yellow text advertising "Crimp Cut" tobacco for both cigarette and pipe use. The back promotes its patented process from 1907 by the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company. The tin includes a push-up lid mechanism.
Era:
Early to mid 20th century
Style:
Americana / Advertising Collectible
Technique:
Lithographed tinplate
Tools Used:
Tin forming machinery, lithographic printing press
History:
These tins were widely produced in the early to mid-1900s as both packaging and advertising for pipe and cigarette tobacco. Known for their striking red color and recognizable branding, they became popular collectibles.
Manufacturer / Maker:
R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
Suggested Weight:
Under 1 lb
Item Number : P12434
Category : Collectibles
Brand : R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
