2 DAY GENERAL AUCTION 20%+Vat On HAMMER £1 MINIMUM
Lot 93:
Description
This auction lot features a vintage wooden cigar box repurposed for the storage of an assortment of approximately seven Singer sewing machine needle packets and boxes. The cigar box is branded for Tabacos La Paz Primeros with a circular stamp to the exterior lid, while the interior lid and base are lined with paper printed with Flor Fina Superiores and a crown crest. The front edge of the box bears a yellow label reading ESQUISITOS. The box is constructed from wood with decorative paper trim and linings. The needles are manufactured by The Singer Manufacturing Co. and include various classifications such as Class 16×2 No. 19, Class 16×6 No. 18, and Class 16x87P No. 19. The collection includes both flat cardboard packets and small rectangular boxes featuring the Singer S logo and Simanco trademark, with some packaging marked MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN.