Vintage Philip Morris Cigarette Tin Humidor Pac (c.1940s–50s)

Vintage Philip Morris Cigarette Tin – Humidor Pac (c.1940s–50s)

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Step back into the golden age of tobacco history with this vintage Philip Morris & Co. “Humidor Pac” tin, designed to hold 50 English Blend cigarettes. Produced in the 1940s–1950s, this cylindrical tin was marketed as a freshness-preserving container – the Humidor Pac – complete with its original resealable pull-tab lid.

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Originally made in the USA and sometimes issued for overseas export or military use, these tins offered durability and freshness at a time when paper packs could not withstand long journeys or humid climates. This example still bears traces of an “Overseas” label, suggesting it may have been distributed to servicemen or shipped abroad.

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Features:

Brand: Philip Morris & Co. Inc.

Era: Circa 1940s–1950s

Material: Lithographed tin with pull-tab lid

Capacity: Held 50 cigarettes (empty today)

Design: Gold-toned finish with Philip Morris crest and advertising text

Size: Approx. 7cm tall

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Condition: Vintage wear with scratches, scuffs, and surface loss in places, but overall good for display. Lid still intact with original pull-tab.

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Why Collect It?

Tobacciana collectible: Sought-after by cigarette tin and advertising collectors.

Historical connection: Possibly linked to WWII/post-war overseas military supplies.

Display value: A striking piece of mid-20th century packaging design.

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A fine example of cigarette and tobacco history, ideal for collectors of vintage advertising tins, militaria, or Philip Morris memorabilia.