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A collection of vintage trade cards and labels showcasing creative illustrations and typography related to various products, predominantly from the 19th century.

Coins from various countries with symbolic people, Rupee from Burma, Historical, digital reproduction of a collector's card from the 19th century .
Coins from various countries with symbolic people, Rupee from Burma, Historical, digital reproduction of a collector's card from the 19th century .
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Merrick Thread, best six cord 50. Merrick Thread, best six cord 50Matchbox labels, from the Swedish industrial and trading museum. (Hetlanda match factory).Burger & Co., fine furniture manufacturers. N. W. cor. Eleventh & Market Sts.. Burger & Co., fine furniture manufacturers. N. W. cor. Eleventh & Market Sts.The Hartshorn shade roller - notice autograph of Stewart Hartshorn on label. , Women, Infants, Cradles, Draperies, 19th Century American Trade CardsUse Tarrant's Seltzer Aperient. To regulate the stomach, the liver, the bowels. To cure indigestion, biliousness, constipation. , Girls, Patent medicines, 19th Century American Trade CardsCoins from various countries with symbolic people, Rupee from Burma, Historical, digital reproduction of a collector's card from the 19th century .Lantern, from the Miniature Novelties series (N120) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1891 Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. Trade cards from the "Miniature Novelties'" series (N120), issued in an unnumbered set in 1891 by W. Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. Although each card verso states that there are 25 cards in the series, there are 26 variations of known cards. The set was released in 1891 after W. Duke Sons & Co. merged with The American Tobacco Company.. Lantern, from the Miniature Novelties series (N120) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. 1891. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. (New York and Durham, N.C.)Burger & Co., fine furniture manufacturers. N. W. cor. Eleventh & Market Sts. , Furniture, 19th Century American Trade CardsMatchbox labels, from the Swedish industrial and trading museum.Udevalla - Örebro.Säkhethethetstickor (cic list, monopoly).French postcard with images of flowers 1900Labels for matchboxes, from the Swedish industrial and trading museum. (The Hammock, Cupid).I fancy this is a nice turnout as you'll find owing to Frank Miller's Harness Oil. Harness soap. Harness dressing & axle oil.. I fancy this is a nice turnout as you'll find owing to Frank Miller's Harness Oil. Harness soap. Harness dressing & axle oil.Bellows, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 5) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889 Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company Trade cards from the "Novelties" series (N228), issued in 1889 to promote Kinney Tobacco Company. There are five types of card within the series. Type 1 cards are round. Type 2 cards are round with colored borders. Type 3 cards are die cut to the shape of a novelty item. Type 4 are also die cut with embossing. Type 5 depict novelties on a rectangular card. Finally, Type 6 are die cut in the shape of an egg.. Bellows, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 5) issued by Kinney Bros.. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco CompanyFlowers in a vase Date: circa 1890Wilhelmus Petrus van Geldorp, Banner of red velvet, oval medallion with painting on which three men with grain, Sworn Grain meter No.1, gold lace and fringe, two fringe brushes and coats of arms, standard information form cotton silk velvet metal paint, In the painted representation: Sworn grain meter no. 1 heraldry Rotterdam association worker grain meter grain meter Two banners (25556 and 25557) of the Vereeniging van Meters and Wegers dissolved in 1909Canada, 10 Cent Piece, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 2) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889 Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. American Trade cards from the "Coins of All Nations" (N72), issued in a set of 50 cards in 1889 to promote W. Duke Sons & Co. brand cigarettes. There are two variations within the series. Version one (variation 1) maintains a white background on the cards and the second version (variation 2) displays a shaded background.. Canada, 10 Cent Piece, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 2) for Duke brand cigarettes. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. (New York and Durham, N.C.)Londonderry. , Adults, Sewing machines, 19th Century American Trade CardsFrench birthday card with floral elements 1900From generation to generation J. A. Henckels twin brand razors and shears have retained their unsurpassed quality , Scissors & shears, Razor blades, Tichnor Brothers Collection, postcards of the United StatesClown hoop, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 3) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889 Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company Trade cards from the "Novelties" series (N228), issued in 1889 to promote Kinney Tobacco Company. There are five types of card within the series. Type 1 cards are round. Type 2 cards are round with colored borders. Type 3 cards are die cut to the shape of a novelty item. Type 4 are also die cut with embossing. Type 5 depict novelties on a rectangular card. Finally, Type 6 are die cut in the shape of an egg.. Clown hoop, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 3) issued by Kinney Bros.. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco CompanyAdvertisement for Krauss's opera glasses.Canada, Quebec, Montreal. McCord Museum of Canadian History, museum display."Crown" sewing machines, Florence oil stoves are manufactured by the Florence Machine Co. Crown sewing machines are the best in the world.. "Crown" sewing machines, Florence oil stoves are manufactured by the Florence Machine Co. Crown sewing machines are the best in the world.Childs' fall catalog, Floral Park, N.Y, John Lewis Childs, Inc, 1928. Flowers, seeds, catalogs, nurseries, horticulture, commercial catalogs, garden stories, in bloom, own root roses, John Lewis Childs firm., This advertisement features a vibrant array of roses, showcasing a variety of colors and types perfect for fall planting. Each rose is numbered and accompanied by a detailed description of its characteristics, including size, shape, and color, highlighting the unique qualities of each bloom. A money-back guarantee is offered, emphasizing customer satisfaction. The text also includes planting tips and suggests ideal conditions for growth, appealing to gardening enthusiasts looking to enhance their outdoor spaces with beautiful, home-grown roses.Coins from different countries with symbolic people, Escudo from Chile, Historical, digital reproduction of a collector's card from the 19th century .England, 1 Sovereign, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 2) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889 Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. American Trade cards from the "Coins of All Nations" (N72), issued in a set of 50 cards in 1889 to promote W. Duke Sons & Co. brand cigarettes. There are two variations within the series. Version one (variation 1) maintains a white background on the cards and the second version (variation 2) displays a shaded background.. England, 1 Sovereign, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 2) for Duke brand cigarettes. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. (New York and Durham, N.C.)Labels for matchboxes, from the Swedish industrial and trading museum.Udevalla - Örebro. (The DragonShip).Basket of flowers, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 3) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889 Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company Trade cards from the "Novelties" series (N228), issued in 1889 to promote Kinney Tobacco Company. There are five types of card within the series. Type 1 cards are round. Type 2 cards are round with colored borders. Type 3 cards are die cut to the shape of a novelty item. Type 4 are also die cut with embossing. Type 5 depict novelties on a rectangular card. Finally, Type 6 are die cut in the shape of an egg.. Basket of flowers, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 3) issued by Kinney Bros.. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco CompanyClark's O.N.T. Spool Cotton. Clark's O.N.T. Spool CottonHearty Christmas Wishes - May Christmas light shine on your way -Vintage Christmas Card with winter scene and poinsettiasUse Raven Paste Stove Polish. Use Raven Paste Stove PolishNewfoundland, Two Dollars, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 2) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889 Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. American Trade cards from the "Coins of All Nations" (N72), issued in a set of 50 cards in 1889 to promote W. Duke Sons & Co. brand cigarettes. There are two variations within the series. Version one (variation 1) maintains a white background on the cards and the second version (variation 2) displays a shaded background.. Newfoundland, Two Dollars, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 2) for Duke brand cigarettes. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. (New York and Durham, N.C.)Picture series national flags, Turkey, with soldier and man with coffee tray, digitally restored reproduction of a collectors picture from c. 1900, AsiaPicture series Materials, shield plate, hunting and processing, digitally restored reproduction of a collective picture from ca 1900, in the public domain, exact date unknownMinnie Dupree in Colors of Royal Irish Yacht Club, from the Yacht Colors of the World series (N140) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1890 Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. Trade cards from the "Yacht Colors of the World" series (N140), issued in an unnumbered set of 50 cards in 1890 by W. Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. The same set was released by Duke in a smaller size, as well (N91).. Minnie Dupree in Colors of Royal Irish Yacht Club, from the Yacht Colors of the World series (N140) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. 1890. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. (New York and Durham, N.C.)The AMC Perfect Cereals - a truckload of AMC Perfect Cereals en route for your grocers , Men, Horses, Boxes, Carts & wagons, Cereal products, 19th Century American Trade CardsProduct image from A. W Nilsson's factories, Malmö.Cagon No 40.Vintage Labels Collection -Set 18Valentine - Mechanical pull down - Woman on a garden bench with cascade and doves. ca. 1875 Anonymous. Valentine - Mechanical pull down - Woman on a garden bench with cascade and doves.. Anonymous (British, 19th century). ca. 1875. Heavy card-stock, die cut card stock, chromolithography, paper for hingesI want you for my Valentine - Vintage card with flowers and heartPortrait of Hyacinthe, (actress with dramatic madness) Portrait of hyacinthe, (actress with dramatic madness). Business card (verso) .Tire on aluminum paper. Between 1860-1890. Photograph of Ernest Landry (born in 1880).Irresistable bargains in shoes and slippers, at S. B. Thing & Co.'s, 328 & 330 River St., Troy, N. Y. , Flowers, Birds, Footwear, 19th Century American Trade CardsBrocanteur. Eugène Atget, photographer (French, 1857 - 1927) 1908 or 1910-1911 Junk shop for "art" Inscription: Title and negative number "269" inscribed verso print in pencil. Secondary Inscription: Inscribed verso print in pencil in the hand of André Jammes: "Coll. florent Fels/AJ"; in unknown hand in pencil: "illegible...Fels"; in unknown hand in green crayon: "6".Vase, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 5) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889 Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company Trade cards from the "Novelties" series (N228), issued in 1889 to promote Kinney Tobacco Company. There are five types of card within the series. Type 1 cards are round. Type 2 cards are round with colored borders. Type 3 cards are die cut to the shape of a novelty item. Type 4 are also die cut with embossing. Type 5 depict novelties on a rectangular card. Finally, Type 6 are die cut in the shape of an egg.. Vase, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 5) issued by Kinney Bros.. 1889. Commercial color lithograph. Issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco CompanyCoins from different countries with symbolic persons, Pence from Ireland, Historic, digital reproduction of a collector's picture from the 19th centuryChristmas cards depicting owls, foxes, rabbits, and squirrels in the snow, child in bed; Prang's Standard Stationery : German Antique Parchment.. Proofs, Greeting cards. 1865 - 1899. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Print Collection. Sleds & sleighs, Animals in human situationsFour Irises, Silk Labels - JapaneseTri-Signal Telegraph Set , Tichnor Brothers Collection, postcards of the United StatesA question stamp depicting a child with flags With text: t-wo. Pa TO ME. IN. W. A p.; PA Society A lot of progress. Wincenty and Paulo; around 1914 1920 (1914-00-00-1920-00-00);French postcard with floral elements 1900Picture series Materials, ivory, transport and workshop, digitally restored reproduction of a collective picture from ca 1900, public domain, exact da...Descriptive Catalogue of New and Beautiful Roses Philadelphia M'Calla & Stavely Prs. 237-9 Dock St. 1875 Flowers Roses Seeds Catalogs Trade Catalogs Dingee Conard Co Garden Stories In Bloom, A decorative cover featuring intricate floral elements and ornate typography. Central to the design is the title 'Descriptive Catalogue of New and Beautiful Roses,' emphasizing the allure of these flowers. The text highlights 'Dingee & Conif,' the name of the establishment, and 'Rose Growers,' suggesting a focus on horticulture. The year '1875' is prominently displayed, providing a historical context to the catalogue. The overall aesthetic conveys a sense of elegance and vintage charm, celebrating the beauty of roses through artistic embellishments and vibrant colors.Daisy Maid Broom Label, AdvertisingDry goods and carpets, Compliments of G. V. S. Quackenbush & Co., Troy, N. Y.. Dry goods and carpets, Compliments of G. V. S. Quackenbush & Co., Troy, N. Y.J. & P. Coats' best six cord thread, white, black and colors for hand & machine , Birds, Thread, 19th Century American Trade CardsEmbroidered message on a wall hanging, Sweden.Coins from different countries with symbolic persons, crowns from Norway, Historical, digital reproduction of a 19th century collector's picture Maypole Soap for home dyeing use Date: circa 1900Wilson Sewing Machine Company. World renowned Wilson oscillating shuttle sewing machine. Sample embroidery, without an attachment. , Flowers, Sewing machines, 19th Century American Trade CardsThousands of barbers know that it pays to use J. A. Henckles Twin Brand Razors and Shears and have the satisfaction of owning the very best! , Tichnor Brothers Collection, postcards of the United StatesMatchbox labels, from the Swedish industrial and trading museum. (Bryant & May, Cleopatra).España. Siglo XIX. Comercio ambulante. Vendedora de zapatillas. Grabado de 1940.Hat & Cap House, AdvertisingOur mamma's use Pearline. , Girls, Household soap, 19th Century American Trade CardsThese are the fiber threads that are used in the lacing process of the bicycle. Threading is done through the spokes through the holes in the hub and the rim, vintage engraved line art illustration. Bicycle Accessories 1900.Schulenburg Locker Service, Schulenburg, Texas , Tichnor Brothers Collection, postcards of the United StatesPublicidad. Hojas de afeitar F. Koeller & Co. Alemania, año 1943.Boy's shoes, girl's shoes, baby's shoes. Solar Tip shoes. , Children, Dogs, Shoes, 19th Century American Trade CardsBolgiano's, new, century, catalogue, 1901, Washington, D.C, F.W. Bolgiano, 1901, vegetables, fruit, seeds, catalogs, garden, tools, nurseries, horticulture, bulbs, plants, garden, stories, in, bloom, F.W. Bolgiano, An illustration displaying a variety of garden tools from a historical catalog. The tools featured include long handle forks, manure forks, spading forks, garden rakes, and garden hoes, each accompanied by their respective prices listed in cents. The emphasis is on the quality and utility of these tools, with a note indicating that certain forks are considered the best available in the market. This collection serves as a representation of agricultural implements from a bygone era, showcasing the craftsmanship and design common during that time.Advert for a Swallow High-Grade Baby CarriageITALY - CIRCA 1975: a stamp printed in the Italy shows Piazza Fontana, Milan, Italy, circa 1975Selfridges & Co, Oxford Street, London - Perfumery Section. Founded by American-born retail magnate Harry Gordon Selfridge (1858 - 1947), the Flagship store in Oxford Street was opened in 1909. Selfridge was an innovator in the fields of marketing and advertising, creating a complete shopping environment of enjoyment as opposed to mere functionality. The perfume section was placed front centre (still in evidence in every department store today), merchandise was placed on open display and theEureka Silk. "Law sakes alive! This 'ere silk is just beautiful! I'll never use any other!". Eureka Silk. "Law sakes alive! This 'ere silk is just beautiful! I'll never use any other!"French greeting card with floral elements 1900CAJA DE CERILLAS ABIERTA.Raja Winner Safety Matches, Matchbox CoversPost Office' still bank, c. 1950s, 4 3/4 x 3 9/16 x 2 9/16 in. (12.07 x 9.05 x 6.51 cm), Tin, pigment, England, 20th centuryPolka / on the Nuremberg dollPreussen salon bephila, postage stamps, india, asia Copyright: xAnilxDave/DinodiaxPhotoxNo. 7 and 8 steel clipper plow. With jointer, light draft, light weight and strong.. No. 7 and 8 steel clipper plow. With jointer, light draft, light weight and strong.Beehive and White Heather Knitting Tools, Sewing Milking time Date: early 19th centuryThe Druggist. 16th century woodcut by Jost Amman. Druggist is using pestle and mortar to grind ingredients.Edison Phonograph, Famous AmericansChhatrapati Safety Matches, Matchbox CoversUSA. California. 19th century. Chinese workers treading grapes. Engraving in "The Spanish and American Illustration".Buy the Walter A. Wood Hay Rake, Farm MachineryWiener types , No, Rauchfangender, Leopold Bachrich -, Photographer, Johann Knizek * , publisherHeap on the pressnitz meadowDandy Soap , Men, Household soap, 19th Century American Trade CardsFirst day issue of children days, postage stamps, india, asia Copyright: xAnilxDave/DinodiaxPhotoxTwentieth Century Furnishings - L. & J. G. Stickley, Inc., 1888 - 2001, 1888 - 2001, New York, Publisher, Billboard Publications, 1905-10, Interior decoration, UpholsteryCUBA - CIRCA 1980: a stamp printed in the Cuba shows Linden’s Cattleyopsis, Cattleyopsis Lindenii, Orchid, circa 1980Cy Seymour, New York Giants, baseball card portraitAdvertisement for a Merryweather "London Brigade" hand fire pump. Dated 20th centuryMany Kinds of Silk, ChinaA question stamp representing women taking care of si children and the inscription: T.O.N.D.; Society for the Care of the Dzień (T.O.N.D); around 1914 1920 (1914-00-00-1920-00-00);Vintage 1900 Advertising: Genuine Bull Durham Smoking Tobacco'Don't dodge draughts' Nearly every house has its own particular draught. Sometimes it is in the hall. Sometimes just round the dinning-room door. Chilly draughts. . . . ugh! Here's the way to tame them. A radiant panel gas heater's the thing. You can place it anywhere - it needs no flue or chimney - and catch those draughts where they start. Date: 1938Old sign in the bowling alley of the former diamond town, now a ghost town, Kolmanskop, Kolmannskuppe, near Luederitz, Namibia, Africa