Phillip Morris storefront sign

By elinamy, 29 August, 2010
Description

In 1902 Phillip Morris was appointed Royal Tabacconist by King Albert of Belgium;this sing has what appears to be the crown of the Prince of Wales.Also the "resistered trademark" is of two bears and a bale of tabacco; today it is two lions and a crown. On the very bottom is what I assume is the printers mark: "Sutton Sharpe &Co.", with an address of "145 Queen Victoria St. London". Any listing for this address of era has something to do with royalty.

Category
Tobacciana
Medium
pressed paper
Distinguishing marks
high quality printing process, Sutton Sharpe &Co,145 queen victoria st.,london, hand painted gold leaf, wooden frame embossed Phillip Morris &Co London
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
2' x 3'
Date Period
1890- 1902
Weight
6 lbs.
History
I have had this for about 4 years and I picked it up at a yard sale in Vancouver WA.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$10
For Sale?
No
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