Framed Antique Race Horse Derby Cigarette Card c. 1928, Logie O'Buchan

authentic, antique cigarette cards set in custom double mats and a new frame.

external dimensions of frame are 6.25" x 6.25". sawtooth hanger on back for wall hanging.

introduced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a marketing tool by cigarette manufacturers to boost brand loyalty, these small cards featured a wide range of subjects, including sports figures, actors, and animals. they quickly became a hit amongst collectors, with the goal being to acquire every card in a set.

this particular set was produced by Ogden’s of Great Britain in 1928 and features the entrants of the 1928 Derby. the horse's information is listed on the back of the card.