c1910 University Of Illinois Tobacco Cigarette Silk - American Tobacco Company - Factory No 7 - 3rd District State New York - Egyptienne Luxury - Advertising Premium

Antique Original c1910 University Of Illinois Tobacco Cigarette Silk - American Tobacco Company - Factory No 7 - 3rd District State New York - Egyptienne Luxury - Advertising Premium

The University Of Illinois Tobacco Silk, Produced By The American Tobacco Company, Epitomizes A Unique Blend Of Educational Prestige And Early 20th-Century Marketing Ingenuity. 

Embroidered With Meticulous Care, The Silk Features The University’s Seal And The Year It Was Chartered, 1867, Highlighting Its Historical Significance. 

These Collectibles Were Part Of An Innovative Campaign Where Such Silks Were Included In Cigarette Packages, Enticing Collectors With A Touch Of Luxury And Exclusivity. 

The Phrase "Egyptienne Luxury" Refers To The Brand Of Cigarettes, Aligning The Exotic Allure Of Egyptian Motifs With The Academic Stature Of American Higher Education. 

This Piece Serves Not Only As A Memento Of Past Advertising Strategies But Also As A Vibrant Artifact Of Cultural History, Appealing To Both Historical Enthusiasts And Collectors Of Americana.

Measures Approx. 1-3/4" Wide by 3-1/8" Tall

In Good Antique Condition - Some Top / Bottom Edge Fraying And History-Collectors Watermarked That Is Not On The Tobacco Silk.

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