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Weights Cigarettes, 1925
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Weights Cigarettes, 1925
Players Weights 3-D counter card depicting a cross country race. On the rear section is a countryside scene with a river and fences and a number of figures running. The front sections shows the near-bank of the river and three runners, one of which is climbing over a stile. In the bottom left hand corner is a pack of cigarettes. The text reads " PLAYERs " WEIGHTS" // 5 // FOR 2d // 10 FOR 4d // CIGARETTES". An adhesive pad has been stuck to the inside of the back section, so that the front and back cannot be separated. On the reverse is a hand-written note which reads " C95" and a label which reads " MARDONS // WINDOW NOVELTIES // EMBOSSED SHOWCARDS / &C, &C // VARNISHERS // GELATINERS & FRAME MAKERS // BRISTOL & LONDON."."
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Capturing the Spirit of Cross Country - A Vintage Gem from 1925
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. Step back in time with this remarkable print of a Players Weights 3-D counter card depicting a thrilling cross country race. Transported to the scenic countryside, we are immersed in an idyllic landscape adorned with fences and a meandering river. The front section showcases three determined runners, one gracefully conquering a stile as they navigate the challenging terrain. Intriguingly, nestled in the bottom left corner is a pack of "PLAYERs". WEIGHTS cigarettes, reminding us that even amidst fierce competition and physical exertion, there was room for leisurely indulgence. The accompanying text reveals enticing offers - "5 FOR 2d" or "10 FOR 4d" tempting tobacco enthusiasts to savor their moments of respite. This piece also bears traces of its history; an adhesive pad securely joins the front and back sections together. On closer inspection, we discover handwritten notes reading "C95" on the reverse side alongside a label boasting Mardons' expertise as varnishers, gelatiners & frame makers based in Bristol and London. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, it evokes feelings of nostalgia for simpler days when athleticism intertwined with everyday pleasures. This image embodies not just sport but also camaraderie and joyous fun shared among competitors who embraced both challenge and relaxation. A testament to Nottingham's rich heritage and John Player & Sons' legacy within
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