Antique General Store Display Box El Rees So 2 for 5 Cent Advertising
$68.00
Sale price
$68.00
Regular price
$0.00
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A striking piece of early American retail history—this El-Rees-So advertising box is exactly the kind of display you would have seen sitting on the counter of a small-town general store.
The bold “2 for 5¢” pricing and “Millions Smoked at 5¢” graphics instantly evoke the era of mercantile counters, glass jars, and handwritten ledgers. This is less about cigars—and more about authentic early store display character.
This is the kind of piece designers and collectors use to anchor a shelf or tabletop vignette.
Estimated Era
1920s–1930s
(based on pricing format, typography, and tax stamp style)
Details
• Original early advertising display box
• Interior lid features vibrant retail graphics
• Blue tax stamp still present
• Measures approx. 9” x 6” x 3”
• Lightweight wood construction with original wrap
Condition
Authentic vintage condition with honest age and wear:
• Edge wear and surface aging
• Interior shows typical use/storage wear
• Graphics remain bold and highly displayable
Styling Ideas
Perfect for:
• General store / mercantile displays
• Primitive & farmhouse interiors
• Shelf styling & vignettes
• Coffee table conversation piece
• Office, study, or masculine décor
Why This One Stands Out
Unlike plain cigar boxes, this piece features high-impact interior advertising, making it far more desirable as décor. The color, typography, and pricing callouts create instant visual interest.
Please Note
I am an antique and vintage seller. All vintage and antique items have flaws. That is the nature and charm of aged and well-loved decor. If you are looking for pristine new decor, please do not purchase vintage or antique items from my shop. Everything I carry will show signs of age, use, and history. Please l
Antique General Store Display Box El Rees So 2 for 5 Cent Advertising
$68.00
Sale price
$68.00
Regular price
$0.00
Vintage finds are usually one of a kind. If this is the piece you have been looking for, it may not be available again once sold.
One-of-a-kind item • Exact item photographed • Carefully packed • Secure checkout
Item Details, Condition & Measurements
The bold “2 for 5¢” pricing and “Millions Smoked at 5¢” graphics instantly evoke the era of mercantile counters, glass jars, and handwritten ledgers. This is less about cigars—and more about authentic early store display character.
This is the kind of piece designers and collectors use to anchor a shelf or tabletop vignette.
Estimated Era
1920s–1930s
(based on pricing format, typography, and tax stamp style)
Details
• Original early advertising display box
• Interior lid features vibrant retail graphics
• Blue tax stamp still present
• Measures approx. 9” x 6” x 3”
• Lightweight wood construction with original wrap
Condition
Authentic vintage condition with honest age and wear:
• Edge wear and surface aging
• Interior shows typical use/storage wear
• Graphics remain bold and highly displayable
Styling Ideas
Perfect for:
• General store / mercantile displays
• Primitive & farmhouse interiors
• Shelf styling & vignettes
• Coffee table conversation piece
• Office, study, or masculine décor
Why This One Stands Out
Unlike plain cigar boxes, this piece features high-impact interior advertising, making it far more desirable as décor. The color, typography, and pricing callouts create instant visual interest.
Please Note
I am an antique and vintage seller. All vintage and antique items have flaws. That is the nature and charm of aged and well-loved decor. If you are looking for pristine new decor, please do not purchase vintage or antique items from my shop. Everything I carry will show signs of age, use, and history. Please l
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