Stirton & Dyer Miniature Axe, Advertising Item
Credit LineGift of Mr. Stephen Grimes, 2018.
Object number2018.013.001
Label TextThis miniature axe was a promotional gift distributed by London cigar manufacturer, Stirton & Dyer. It names the company and two of their brands: “Beresford” and “Dunraven.” The cigar making industry had quite a presence in the history of London, as it was once the nation’s second-largest cigar-producing city. Between the years 1880 and 1920, cigar manufacturing in London was at its height. During this time the process of making cigars transitioned from a handcraft to factory operation. In 1910, at the industry’s peak, London boasted more than 20 cigar-making firms. Their 2000 employees produced more than 80 million cigars a year.
NameCutter, Tobacco
