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Matchbook

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Collection Type

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GUSN

GUSN-309183

Description

Blue and white "CBP Cigars" cardboard matchbook with set of ten "Pull Quick" wooden matches.

Details

Descriptive Terms

matchbooks
cardboard
wood (plant material)
Matchbook
Matchbook

Inscription

"CBP / PRIVATE SELECTION / NEW ENGLAND'S / FINEST / 10 CENT CIGAR" (printed)

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

5/16 x 2 x 2 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of C. Malcom Watkins

Accession Number

2000.2151

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