Name/Title
Miniature Barrel HumidorEntry/Object ID
1997.14.2Description
Wooden Briggs smoking tobacco humidor in the shape of a small barrel. The lid attaches with a thin steel strip which fits into the top inside of the barrel, then into a groove thereby locking it in place. The front reads, Briggs Smoking Tobacco “When a feller needs a friend” Reg. U.S. Pat. Off. The top reads, Briggs Smoking Tobacco Aged in the Wood. Near the top rim is written Turn To Open below which is an arrow. There is a ceramic disc set in metal in the inside of the lid which says, “When Color Fades Add Cold Water” around the outside and, “Aztec U.S. Pat. Off.” near the center.Collection
TobaccianaMade/Created
Manufacturer
P. Lorillard Tobacco CompanyDate made
circa 1930Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Wesley AdamsExhibition
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