Framed Antique Horse Cigarette Card c. 1939, Thoroughbred

authentic, antique cigarette cards set in custom mats and a new frame (with glass).

external dimensions of frame are 6.25" x 6.25". sawtooth hanger on back for wall hanging.

introduced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a marketing tool by cigarette manufacturers to boost brand loyalty, these small cards featured a wide range of subjects, including sports figures, actors, and animals. they quickly became a hit amongst collectors, with the goal being to acquire every card in a set.

these original cigarette cards were produced in 1939 by Players Cigarettes and featured 25 different types of horses with information about the horse’s characteristics and history on the backs.