Up for sale is a rare original antique 1896 Sweet Caporal Cigarettes promotional premium pinback button depicting the historical pre-Soviet imperial flag of Russia.

This 7/8-inch collectible celluloid pin features the Russian white, blue, and red tricolor flag illustration on a cream background. It was manufactured by the famous Whitehead & Hoag Co. of Newark, N.J., and issued as a vintage tobacco insert premium.

CRUCIAL UPGRADE: This listing features the highly sought-after, rare original factory paper advertisement backing insert completely intact on the reverse side. The text explicitly displays the "Sweet Caporal Cigarette" branding alongside the Whitehead & Hoag Co. company details and 1894/1896 patent dates.

• Condition: Excellent antique condition. The front face remains clear and fully legible with typical light age-toning. The reverse side's original paper insert is remarkably well-preserved with sharp, easily readable text and minimal edge wear. The original stick-pin mechanism is fully operational. Please look closely at all photos to evaluate the condition details. Ships inside a protective 2x2 cardboard coin display flip.