Puritan Cut Plug Tobacco Sign

Made in Canada. 1890s. Single-sided porcelain (SSP). Features the Mayflower - a cultural icon in American history representing the bridge between the Old World persecution of the Puritans, and their freedom reaching Plymouth Rock in 1620. D. Ritchie & Co. operated a tobacco manufacturing business on Dalhousie Street in Montreal. In 1895, the American Tobacco Company (U.S.) acquired both the American Cigarette Co. and D. Ritchie & Co. This led to the creation of the American Tobacco Co. of Canada Ltd., which consolidated Canadian holdings of the U.S. parent. Marked, "Manufactured By D. RITCHIE & Co. Montreal", lower left. Authenticated by The Authentication Company (TAC #401088). All items are guaranteed authentic by Miller & Miller Auctions. All purchases are eligible for free delivery to the Winter Dixie Gas & Oil Show on December 4, 2026 and the Red Deer Swap Meet on April 30 - May 1, 2027.

Estimate:£1,324.97

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