“Queen of the West” Sweet Leaf Tobacco Packet – H.L. Tickner & Co., Anoka, Minn. / SOLD

“Queen of the West” Sweet Leaf Tobacco Packet – H.L. Tickner & Co., Anoka, Minn. - Inventory Number: MIS 309 / SOLD

Rare and visually striking unopened 19th-century tobacco packet labeled:

“QUEEN OF THE WEST. James River Sweet Leaf TOBACCO, Manufactured by H.L. Tickner & Co., Anoka, Minn.”

This bright yellow paper-wrapped package remains completely sealed, preserving its original contents — a true time capsule of post-Civil War Americana. Produced by H.L. Tickner & Co., a small tobacco manufacturer based in Anoka, Minnesota, this packet exemplifies the regional branding and bold typography of the era.

A superb display piece for collectors of antique tobacciana, Civil War camp life items, or frontier-era general store goods. Hard to find in unopened condition.

Comes housed in 5 x 6 riker display case with red velvet and descriptive card.

Inventory Number: MIS 309 / SOLD