Historical information

The ready rubbed tobacco held within the tin was mainly used by those smokers who rolled their own cigarettes. These smokers would have mainly used their palm and formed a cup then placing their choice of the amount of tobacco to be rolled. This would then be placed on the fine cigarette paper and rolled and sealed (using saliva in the mouth) into the required shape. There were mechanical "roll you own" gadgets on the market but most rural users, especially males used their palms.

Significance

This item reflects the first half of the 20th century when smoking was acceptable.

Physical description

Small blue, rectangular tin with hinged lid. Match striker on base. Edgeworth Extra High Grade Plug Slice. Paper seal remains on lid.

Inscriptions & markings

Tobacco by LARUS & BRO. CO Richmond Va
Tin by American Can Co 50A