Description: Rare 1950s Disneyland Tobacco Shop Matchbook Cover Set – Vintage Disneyana Collectible with Bonus Covers This vintage 1950’s red matchbook cover from Disneyland's iconic Tobacco Shop is a rare and prized find for any Disney collector. The shop, which opened on Main Street in 1955, was a beloved feature of the park until it closed permanently in June 1990. The matchbook features the famous wooden cigar store Indian, an enduring symbol of the shop that posed for countless tourist photos over the years. While the shop is now gone, the Indian remains a prominent fixture in Disneyland, adding a layer of nostalgia and history to this collectible item. This red Disneyland matchbook cover is in excellent condition, and the striker has never been used, making it a pristine piece for display. It’s a hard-to-find piece of Disney history that would make a standout addition to any collection. Bonus: Two Additional Disneyland Tobacco Shop Matchbook Covers In addition to the rare 1950s red Disneyland matchbook cover, you'll receive two bonus matchbook covers from the same tobacco shop, bringing the total to a set of three. Each cover features unique designs tied to the Disneyland Tobacco Shop, providing you with a well-rounded piece of Disneyana history. These covers are a must-have for collectors who appreciate both the park's rich past and the artistry of vintage matchbook designs. Why You’ll Love This Set: Vintage & Rare: The 1950s red Disneyland Tobacco Shop matchbook cover is an authentic, hard-to-find collectible. Complete Set of Three: Includes the original matchbook plus two additional different bonus tobacconists shop covers, all in fantastic condition. Disney History: The wooden cigar store Indian, featured on the matchbook, adds a nostalgic touch to this unique set. Perfect for Disney or Matchbook Collectors: A special addition to any collection of Disneyana or vintage matchbooks. Don’t miss out on the chance to own this rare piece of Disneyland history! Whether you’re a passionate Disney collector or a fan of vintage matchbooks, this set is an exceptional find. Why Cigar Store Indians Were Used Outside Tobacco Shops The life-sized wooden statue of a Native American Indian, often seen outside tobacco shops, has an interesting historical significance that dates back to a time when most people were illiterate. During this period, visual symbols were crucial for communicating important information to the public, especially for advertising specific goods or services. Much like oversized locks or keys outside locksmith shops, or red-and-white striped poles marking barber shops, these wooden figures served as clear and easily recognizable markers of what was sold inside. The choice of a Native American figure as a symbol for tobacco shops stems from a historical connection: Native Americans were the ones who introduced tobacco to European explorers and settlers. This link to the origins of tobacco made the Cigar Store Indian an ideal icon to advertise tobacco. By placing these statues outside their establishments, shop owners could visually convey to passersby that tobacco was available inside, making it easier for customers to identify and locate tobacco merchants, even without the need for reading. This cultural practice became deeply ingrained in American retail history, with the Cigar Store Indian emerging as one of the most enduring symbols associated with tobacco sales. It remains a fascinating and nostalgic element of America's past, representing both the trade of tobacco and the complex history of Native American imagery in popular culture.
Price: 49.99 USD
Location: San Diego, California
End Time: 2025-01-26T14:56:54.000Z
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