Vintage Black Leather Cigarette Case Flip Top Brass Interior 1930s 40s

Condition: Used

Material: Leather

Type: Cigarette Cases

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Vintage German Black Leather Cigarette Case Flip Top Brass Interior 1930s 40s

This vintage black leather cigarette case features a structured rectangular form with a fliptop lid and goldtone brass interior arms designed to secure cigarettes in place. The exterior is finished in textured black leather, while the interior is lined in vibrant red fabric with brass retaining brackets on both sides.

Compact and elegant, this piece reflects early to mid20th century smoking accessories, when cigarette cases were both functional and fashionable personal items.

Product Details:

Brand: Unbranded

Era: Circa 1930s–1940s

Material: Leather Exterior, Brass Interior Frame

Color: Black Exterior with Red Interior

Closure: FlipTop Lid

Length: Approximately 4 inches (see measurement photo)

Width: Approximately 3 inches

Thickness: Approximately 1 inch

Design Highlights:

• Textured black leather exterior

• Structured rectangular design

• Hinged fliptop lid

• Goldtone brass interior arms to hold cigarettes

• Bright red fabric interior lining

• Slim, pocketsized profile

Condition:

Fair vintage condition.

• Noticeable edge wear and scuffing on all corners

• Leather shows surface scratches, creasing, and agerelated wear

• Small chips and fraying at lid corners

• Interior red lining shows visible wear, fraying along the center seam, and fabric separation

• Brass interior shows patina and light tarnish

• Hinges function and lid opens/closes properly

This case shows clear signs of age and use. Please review all photos carefully for condition details.

History of Vintage Cigarette Cases:

Cigarette cases became especially popular between the 1920s and 1950s, serving as both protective storage and stylish personal accessories. Crafted from materials such as leather, silver, brass, and enamel, they were commonly carried in pockets or handbags to prevent cigarettes from being crushed.

During the Art Deco and prewar eras, compact leather and metal cigarette cases were widely used by both men and women. Today, they are collectible items appreciated for their craftsmanship, design, and connection to early 20thcentury social history.

A classic vintage accessory ideal for collectors, period displays, or decorative use.