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12 November 2025
Enamel Sign 'Blue Bell Tobacco'
Step back in time with this rare piece of advertising history.
Founded around the 1880s, Blue Bell Tobacco quickly became a household name, known not only for the smoothness of its blend but also for its bold marketing style that stood out in the bustling streets of Victorian and Edwardian Britain.
Enamel signs like this were used for advertising between the 1880s and 1950s, before being largely replaced by cheaper printing methods. They were designed to endure the elements, and this double-sided sign is a perfect example, still vibrant and eye-catching decades later.
With bold lettering and that unmistakable vintage charm, this sign likely hung proudly outside a tobacconist’s shop, inviting passersby to “Smoke Blue Bell Tobacco"
Whether you're a collector, a history enthusiast or simply someone who loves vintage advertising this Blue Bell sign is an asolute gem.
Cool. Mellow. And certainly timeless.




