Historical information

Matchbooks have been around since the late 1800’s and matchbook covers just as long. In the 1930s, the design of matchbooks changed again with the introduction of the “fold-over” style. This design featured a fold-over cover that protected the match stems from outside elements and made them easier to carry. in the 1950s and 1960s, matchbooks became a commercial advertising medium for bars, restaurants, and other businesses.

Physical description

15 small vintage paper matchbooks from U.S.A and Australia:10 from San Fancisco, 4 from New York, 1 from Ohio. They have a fold-over cover for safety use and there are unused matches inside all of them.

Inscriptions & markings

Assorted advertising from hotels, motels, music shop, restaurants, bars, nightclubs.