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Antique Cuban Cigar Labels & Band Lot - Bock y Cia Habana c. 1890s-1910s.
This set of lithographs from the legendary Bock y Cía. brand dates back to approximately 1890 to 1910 (late 19th or early 20th century, prior to the major reorganization of the Havana Tobacco Company). Gustav Bock was a true pioneer, credited with introducing paper bands to Cuban cigars in the 19th century.
An exceptional 3-piece lot of authentic vintage Cuban tobacciana history from the famous Bock y Cía. (Habana) factory—the legendary pioneer of the cigar band.
Estimated Era: circa 1890s – 1910s
Origin: Havana, Cuba
Included Pieces:
Top Label (Punta/Tapa): \"Bock y Cía - Amapolas Finas - Habana 25\" featuring the classic golden eagle trade mark and intricate geometric border.
Middle Label (Tapacanto/Punta): Ornate oval \"Bock & Co. Habana 100\" box label with golden eagle trade mark and floral rosettes.
Bottom Cigar Band (Vitola): Authentic embossed gold foil band featuring the red shield with the golden eagle crest (Bock y Cía - Habana) and gold medals.
Printing Technique: Original multi-color chromolithography with metallic gold leaf foil and detailed embossing (relief).
Condition: Good antique condition. Displays authentic character with light age toning, minor time spots, and handling marks consistent with 100+ year old paper ephemera. Colors and gold foil remains crisp.
A rare set for serious collectors of antique Cuban tobacco history, 19th/early 20th-century lithography, or custom display framing.
100% Original fromHabana. Cuba.
Shipping Cost: $6.00
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