N33 World's Smokers

Puff Around the World with 1888 N33 Allen & Ginter World's Smokers Tobacco Cards

Embark on a globe-trotting adventure through time and smoke with the captivating 1888 N33 World's Smokers tobacco card set by Allen & Ginter. Issued to promote their iconic cigarettes, this collection of 50 beautifully illustrated cards offers a unique glimpse into diverse cultures and the shared ritual of smoking in the late 19th century.

Passport to a Puffing Panorama:

• A World in Every Puff: From the turbaned Hindoo enjoying a hookah to the Pole with his elaborate pipe, each card showcases a gentleman (or sometimes woman) from a different country, adorned in their traditional attire and indulging in their preferred smoking method.
• A Snapshot of a Bygone Era: Immerse yourself in a time when smoking was not yet demonized, but rather romanticized and seen as a sign of sophistication and leisure, offering a window into the social customs of the Victorian age.
• Artistic Allure: Each pocket-sized 1.5" x 2.75" card boasts stunning chromolithography, capturing the intricate details of clothing, facial expressions, and smoking paraphernalia, making the set a visual feast for the eyes.

Owning an 1888 N33 World's Smokers card is owning a piece of cultural history. Each card represents a country, a tradition, and a moment in time, sparking curiosity about the world's diverse practices and offering a historical counterpoint to modern anti-smoking campaigns.