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Vintage lot of 2 Diamond \"How It Began\" series collectible matchbooks, featuring two different historical subjects:
• Mardi Gras
• The Book Match
These illustrated matchbooks are part of Diamond\'s educational \"How It Began\" series, generally associated with the 1970s. Each features period-style artwork on the front and a short history of the featured subject on the reverse.
Both matchbooks retain matches with pink heads. Exact original match count is not represented or guaranteed.
Vintage pre-owned condition with age-related toning, discoloration, handling wear and wear to the striker areas. The Mardi Gras book shows noticeable staining/toning near the striker and edges. Staples show typical age-related wear. Please review all photos closely for the exact cosmetic condition.
A fun pair for a vintage matchbook collection, Diamond Match collection, Mardi Gras memorabilia collection or advertising/ephemera display.