{"product_id":"boite-a-cigares-vintage-seita-week-end-tabac-de-virginie-ancien-coffret-retro","title":"Vintage cigar box SEITA Week-End Virginia tobacco old retro box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld advertising cigar box from the SEITA brand, \"WEEK-END Tabac de Virginie\" model, visible on the front. This box has a rectangular shape with a flat lid, with a dark exterior finish (black or navy blue), highlighted by a gold border running all around the lid. The inscription \"SEITA\" appears in a round gold medallion at the top of the lid, followed by \"WEEK-END\", \"TABAC DE VIRGINIE\" and \"RÉGIE FRANÇAISE\" in gold letters, typical of SEITA's productions for its promotional or domestic use boxes in the second half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface of the lid shows an authentic patina, with numerous signs of wear, oxidation spots, scratches, visible impacts and stains, particularly on the central and lower parts. These marks bear witness to prolonged use and give the object a distinctly vintage character. A small square of fabric or paper, attached in the upper left corner and bearing the handwritten inscription \"Fusibles électricité\" (Electrical fuses), indicates that the box was reused after its primary function, a common practice for this type of metallic advertising box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic design is typical of old French tobacco boxes, with a sober and functional aesthetic, highlighted by the gilded calligraphy and the centralized logo. No superfluous decoration, which reinforces its retro and utilitarian style. The visible bottom appears flat, without particular relief or ornamentation, apart from the printed elements and traces of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe box is photographed in a library setting, placed on a wooden table, which highlights its classic lines and authentic appearance. Only the top face and partially the front edge are visible; it is not possible to describe the back, interior or other sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Shows significant signs of wear, scratches, stains, corrosion spots and visible signs of use on the lid. Small handwritten label glued on top. The main inscriptions remain clearly legible. Contractual photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e  \nSEITA (Société d’exploitation industrielle des tabacs et des allumettes) was the French public company responsible for the manufacture and distribution of tobacco and matches from 1926 to 1999. Advertising metal boxes were often given away or sold with the products, and frequently served as domestic storage once their contents were consumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping by a professional seller. Attentive customer service, specialized experience in antique and vintage objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique tobacco box, SEITA metal box, vintage advertising box, retro cigar box, Virginia tobacco, metal storage box, collectible tin box, antique tobacco box, Week-End SEITA box, advertising box France, metal decor box, vintage tobacco tin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54256643178823,"sku":"c779a9ea-f9c7-47bb-852f-29ffa540f1cc-PA2.00","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_e639a503-9cea-4e10-ae5b-762e82eee164.jpg?v=1782791091","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/boite-a-cigares-vintage-seita-week-end-tabac-de-virginie-ancien-coffret-retro","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}