1940s Cigarette Rolling Papers Old Singapore Joo Jin Leong & Co. DC-3 Plane RARE
1940s Cigarette Rolling Papers Old Singapore Joo Jin Leong & Co. DC-3 Plane RARE
An incredibly rare and complete pack of 1940s Cigarette Rolling Papers by Singapore Joo Jin Leong & Co., featuring the iconic DC-3 plane. Unopened and 100% complete, this pack is a unique piece of aviation and advertising history—a true collector's treasure.
Condition: Unopened and complete, in remarkable condition for its age.
Circa: 1940s
- Brand: Joo Jin Leong & Co. (Singapore)
- Type: Cigarette rolling papers
- Theme: Aviation and advertising history
- Feature: Iconic DC-3 plane
Historical Significance:
These rolling papers were manufactured as promotional items gifted to flight attendants and passengers during long-haul flights aboard the Douglas DC-3, a propeller-driven airliner that revolutionized the airline industry. The DC-3, produced between the 1930s and 1940s, is celebrated for its speed, reliability, and comfort, setting the standard for modern aviation.
The DC-3:
- Crossed the continental U.S. in 18 hours with only three stops.
- Pioneered air travel routes before World War II.
- One of the first airliners to profitably carry only passengers.
- Production ceased in 1942, with only 607 civilian aircraft produced.
This sealed pack is an irreplaceable relic of aviation and advertising history. You will not find another like it—perfect for collectors of rare aviation memorabilia or vintage advertising items.