GEORGE W. CHILDS CIGAR PRINTER’S PROOF.

GEORGE W. CHILDS CIGAR PRINTER’S PROOF. Central vignette rendering of George W. Childs flanked by Lady Liberty and a cornucopia of gold coins is used to promote this five cent cigar. These cigars were manufactured by the Harburger Homan & Co. of New York and Philadelphia and distributed by the Steele-Wedeles Co., Chicago. George William Childs (1829-1894) was a publisher, philanthropist and co-owner of the Philadelphia Public Ledger newspaper. Chas. W. Shonk Co. Litho, Chicago. SIZE: Sight size 13” w. x 9” h. in frame. CONDITION: Near excellent with visible registration marks. 1-10443 (200-300)

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Spring 2010

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3557	$57.50	GEORGE W. CHILDS CIGAR PRINTER’S PROOF. Central vignette rendering of George W. Childs flanked by Lady Liberty and a cornucopia of gold coins is used to promote this five cent cigar. These cigars were manufactured by the Harburger Homan & Co. of New York and Philadelphia and distributed by the Steele-Wedeles Co., Chicago. George William Childs (1829-1894) was a publisher, philanthropist and co-owner of the Philadelphia Public Ledger newspaper. Chas. W. Shonk Co. Litho, Chicago. SIZE: Sight size 13” w. x 9” h. in frame. CONDITION: Near excellent with visible registration marks. 1-10443 (200-300) Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Spring 2010 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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