Antique Cigar Cutter Cast Iron w/Advertising from Francis H. Leggett Co New York For Sale

AntiqueAdvertising CigarCutter Cast Iron c1901 with from FrancisH. Leggett Co’s Ad NewYork City

This cast iron piece is a Rare counter top AdvertisingCigar Cutter. I did not find another online. The topcasting is shapes of Large Horse Shoe and below reads “OUR OWN”. This early cigar cutter isDated April 30, 1901 with copper finish in places. Size: 14 1/2 \" tall. Has a revolving advertisementdisplayviewing thefollows: W.M.C. Wise Men’sChoice. “Try the W.M. C. 5-Ct. Cigar”; “The W.M.C. Is Strictly Hand Made”; “FrancisH. Leggett & Co’s’ W.M. C.”.

The Francis H. Leggett Co’s Warehouse is aLandmark built in 1881, Varick Street New York building designed by George W.DaCunha, whose buildings are found in the Tribeca Historic district as well asother Manhattan historic districts. This structure was built in 1881-82 forFrancis H. Leggett (1840-1909), an influential businessman and owner of one ofthe country\'s largest importing firms in groceries, teas, and coffees. A rare piece of Manhattan New York City Memorabilia.

I don’t know much about these cast iron cigarcutters but I can say I did not find another online. Selling as is condition. Foradditional information please email. Thank you!