Vintage 1939 Wills's "Life in the Royal Navy" Album & Cards - INCOMPLETE SET
£ 13.99
Item Specifics:
Type: Cigarette Cards Brand: W.D. & H.O. Wills Card Series: Life in the Royal Navy Year of Issue: 1939 Presentation: In Original Album with Loose Cards Completeness: Incomplete Set Theme: Nautical, Military, Royal Navy, History Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom Original/Reprint: Original Description: A fascinating piece of British history, this is an original "Life in the Royal Navy" album, issued by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1939, on the very brink of the Second World War.This is an incomplete set, perfect for a collector looking for an original album or a restoration project.About the Item:Album: The official 1939 album with a striking red and blue cover depicting Royal Navy scenes. The album includes lovely internal illustrations, such as a full-page feature on the battleship H.M.S. "Rodney". Card Series: The full series illustrates daily life, duties, and equipment in the Royal Navy at a pivotal moment in history. Completeness: This album is INCOMPLETE. As shown in the photos, there are numerous empty slots throughout the album. Included Cards: The album contains a number of cards, some of which are correctly placed in their slots and others which are loose. Please see the photos to get an idea of the quantity of cards included. (Note to seller: It is highly recommended you count the total number of cards (both slotted and loose) and state the number here for potential buyers). Condition:Album: The softcover album itself is in good vintage condition, with the expected light wear, scuffs, and spotting for an item of its age. The pages are intact. Cards: The cards included, both slotted and loose, appear to be in good, clean condition. A Perfect Find For:A collector who has the loose cards and needs the original album to house them. Someone starting a collection of this historic set. Enthusiasts of Royal Navy and WWII history. Please review all photos carefully. They provide a clear view of the album's condition, the cards included, and the empty slots, showing the incomplete nature of the set.
Type: Cigarette Cards Brand: W.D. & H.O. Wills Card Series: Life in the Royal Navy Year of Issue: 1939 Presentation: In Original Album with Loose Cards Completeness: Incomplete Set Theme: Nautical, Military, Royal Navy, History Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom Original/Reprint: Original Description: A fascinating piece of British history, this is an original "Life in the Royal Navy" album, issued by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1939, on the very brink of the Second World War.This is an incomplete set, perfect for a collector looking for an original album or a restoration project.About the Item:Album: The official 1939 album with a striking red and blue cover depicting Royal Navy scenes. The album includes lovely internal illustrations, such as a full-page feature on the battleship H.M.S. "Rodney". Card Series: The full series illustrates daily life, duties, and equipment in the Royal Navy at a pivotal moment in history. Completeness: This album is INCOMPLETE. As shown in the photos, there are numerous empty slots throughout the album. Included Cards: The album contains a number of cards, some of which are correctly placed in their slots and others which are loose. Please see the photos to get an idea of the quantity of cards included. (Note to seller: It is highly recommended you count the total number of cards (both slotted and loose) and state the number here for potential buyers). Condition:Album: The softcover album itself is in good vintage condition, with the expected light wear, scuffs, and spotting for an item of its age. The pages are intact. Cards: The cards included, both slotted and loose, appear to be in good, clean condition. A Perfect Find For:A collector who has the loose cards and needs the original album to house them. Someone starting a collection of this historic set. Enthusiasts of Royal Navy and WWII history. Please review all photos carefully. They provide a clear view of the album's condition, the cards included, and the empty slots, showing the incomplete nature of the set.
