Rare vintage tobacco tin from R.A. Patterson Tobacco Co., Richmond, Virginia, dating approximately 1907–1915.
Original multicolor lithograph design featuring the iconic Lucky Strike red circle on a green background.
Side panel reads:
“The Celebrated Lucky Strike Cut Plug – Fragrant & Delicious”
 
🧾 Key Features:
• ✅ Includes partially preserved original U.S. blue tax stamp (“ONE CENT”) inside the lid
• ✅ Factory stamp: “FACTORY No. 60, 2nd Dist. State of VA” – referencing the original R.A. Patterson plant
• ✅ Classic legal notice: “NOTICE – not to reuse this package for tobacco”, used only prior to 1917
• ✅ Marked by American Can Company – 50A
 
📦 Condition:
• Bright, vibrant lithography still visible
• Hinged lid intact and functional
• Moderate surface wear consistent with age
• Excellent display piece for collectors