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Tobacco, Tea and Playing Cards
Collies have a wonderful selection of both cards and stamps from around the world.
To check out the Tri-Colored Collie Stamps from Around the World, click here.
To check out the Sable Collie Stamps from Around the World, click here.


This first Collie cigarette card was issued by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1937. This title of the set of cards is "DOGS: A Series of 50." The fronts of the cards all show a painting by the famous dog artist Arthur Wardle. On the back it says, "Head very long, rather narrow and flat on top. Muzzle tapering and mouth level. Eyes dark hazel in colour with soft expression; light eyes (one or both) allowed in merles (mottled in colour). Ears small and semi-erect. Chest not too wide but very deep. Back broad with muscular loins. Fore-legs straight and muscular. Hind legs bent at stifle. Feet small and oval. Tail scimitar-shaped and carried low. Undercoat short and very dense; outercoat harsh and weather- resisting. Colour: sable, black-tan-and-white, black-and-tan, sable-and-white. The tan must be pale; deep tan very objectionable. All blacks and all whites occasionally seen."
Collie Card 1(Wills, 1937)... $4.95 each



This is a beautiful photo (identity of the collie unknown) put out by a company called Service Line in Modesto, Italy in 1993. The back of the card has only the name of the series,
'Dogs & Cats.'
Collie Card 2(Service Line Modena Italy, 1993)... $4.95 each



This lovely headstudy is a tea card rather than a cigarette card. It was issued by Amaran Tea in 1965. On the back it says, "This dog's acute hearing and good eyesight make it an excellent sheep dog. The muzzle should be long and pointed, without wrinkles on brow, the eyes small and keen, ears erect except for tip which curls over. The body is long and thin with strong muscular legs which enable it to cover ground rapidly. This is probably the oldest of the Scottish breeds."
Collie Card 3(Amaran Tea, 1965)... $4.95 each



This is another tea card, this time issued by Barbers Teas in 1961. The set was called "Dogs A Series of 24." On the back it says, "This breed is extremely intelligent and useful and obtained its name from the colley or mountain sheep of the Scottish Highlands. Large flocks of sheep can be expertly handled by this breed. Of medium size, 55-60 lbs., its long, narrow head and muzzle, and its strikingly handsome coat and colouring are its chief features. Some of the dogs change hands at over 1,000 pounds."
Collie Card 4(Barber Tea, 1961)... $4.95 each



This last tea card was issued in 1961 by Hornimans Tea. The cards were inserted into 1/4 lb. packets of tea. On the back it says, "Although as this is a sheepdog we may assume that his ancestry goes far back into the history of dogs it was not until Queen Victoria saw one working in the Highlands about 90 years ago that they became widely known. They have a particularly beautiful outline and abundant coats, while expression is obtained by the clean skull, dark almond eyes and alert carriage of ear, which is folded at tip."
Collie Card 5(Horniman Tea, 1961)... $4.95 each



This rough coated collie was issued by Cofton Collections in 1988. The set of cards is called "Dogs 1st Series of 25." The back simply lists the breed of the dog as rough-coated collie and the address of Crofton Collections in Enland. They are not particularly rare.
Collie Card 7(Cofton Collections reprint, 1988)... $4.95 each



This is another of the cards issued by Cofton Collections in 1988. Unlike all but two of the other collie cards, this is a picture of a smooth collie. It is one of only four smooth, tri-colored collie I have come across either in stamps or cigarette cards.
Collie Card 8(Cofton Collections reprint, 1988)... $4.95 each



These cards were issued by the British Automatic Co. Ltd. in 1953. Cards were purchased for 1 cent from a weighing machine. On the front of the card is an artists Drawing of a dog, while on the back of the card there is a date stamped and weight is shown in stones X Lbs.
(1 Stone = 14 Lbs.)
Collie Card 9(British Automaatic, 1953)... SOLD OUT



After some painstaking searching, I found this lovely tricolored smooth collie. the card was put out by W.D. & H.O. Wills in 1937. It is actually from the same set as the rough collie in Card 1. The back of the card says, "This breed differs only from the Rough in coat, which should be hard, dense and quite smooth. Skull flat and moderately wide between the ears, but gradually tapering towards the eyes; the latter should be of medium size, almond-shaped and set somewhat obliquely. Eyes brown, except in merles (mottled colour), when they are often china or blue and white. Nose black. Jaws clean and powerful, teeth level. Ears small; in repose carried thrown back, when alert carried semierect. Body rather long, chest deep. Legs straight. Feet oval in shape, toes arched, hind feet less arched. Hocks well let down. All colours permissible, except white or Red Setter colour."
Collie Card 10(Wills, 1937)... $4.95 each



This real photographic card was issued by Carreras Ltd. in 1936 and was inserted in a pack of 10 cigarettes. Lady Kitty Ritson wrote the description on the back, and it says, "A Collie is the most intelligent and the most loveable of almost any breed of dog. A good Collie is a picture to look at, especially when in full coat. It is one of those breeds which originally bred for the work of herding sheep, became a show dog, and many specimens have been sold for immense sums -- a thousand pounds and more. This picture shows "Ashtead Blue Prince," who won a Challenge Certificate at Crufts in 1936 and a Reserve Certificate at eight months old."
Collie Card 11(Carreras Dogs and Friend, 1936)... $4.95 each



Another lovely card from Modena, Italy. The subject is not identified. Certainly a well-done photo.
Collie Card 12(Service Line Modena Italy, 1993)... $4.95 each



THE COLLIE (ROUGH)
This lovely photo of Collie puppies was issued in a set of "Popular Dogs" by Bassett Candy Company in 1967.
"Many years ago the collie was one of the most expensive breeds known, some selling for as much as 1,000 Francs. Today, however they are listed as being one of the twenty most popular breeds in Britain. Breeders aim at great length of head, and profuse coat. The long body has well sprung ribs, a deep chest and loins slightly arched. The outer coat should be harsh to the touch, and the undercoat soft and furry. The most popular colours are sable, white or tricolour, although the blue merle is growing increasingly popular."
Collie Card 13(Bassett Candy, 1967)... SOLD OUT



COLLIE
This card is a reprint of the few that were issued in 1940. During the war years, and due to a paper shortage, only a very few were issued. Then in 1994, a reprint of this series titled 'Dogs Heads (Erie)" were issued. This is one of the reprints. On the back is printed: "The Collie is the skillful breeded's transformation of small, working sheepdogs which one sees performing such amazing feats at sheepdog trials. By increasing size, lengthening the head and producing a luxuriant coat, the breeders made the Collie one of the most fashionable and highly priced show dogs the dog fancy has known, and at one time several dogs changed hands for 1,000 Francs and more. The breed's popularity waned in recent years, and many attribute this to the craze which some breeders had for producing excessively long and narrow heads. There are two varieties: the well-known long coated dog, and the smooth which has a dense, hard smooth coat.
Collie Card 14(Players Dogs Heads Eire reprint, 1994)... $5.95 each



Rough-coated Collie.
A very nice drawing of the Collie by artist Arthur Wardle, was issued by Players in 1931. The following is shown on the back: "The Collie, the dog of the Highland shepherd, is certainly one of the handsomest of our native British breeds. Those used for tending sheep are usually a small variety; the show Collie, however, is a very handsome animal. He is a little active dog, with an intelligent expression, and a dense, harsh coat, very profuse. There is also a smooth-coated variety which differs only in coat. Height: dogs 22-24 in., bitches 20-22 in. Weight: dogs 45-65 lb., bitches 40-55 lb. Colour: sable and white, tri-colour and blue merle."
Collie Card 15(Players Dogs full length, 1931)... $6.95 each



Rough-coated Collie
Players also issued this nice painting in a series, of 50 cards, titled 'Dogs-Scenic-Background' in 1925. The were enclosed in packages of Players 10 pack of cigarettes. The following is shown on the back: "The Collie is the dog of the Highland shepherd, assisting his master to round up his scattered charges on the rocky moors and hillsides. Of his origin little is known with certainly, but some naturalists consider him relateded to the wild dog, and superior in instinct and wisdom to all other breeds. lithe active dog with an intelligent expression, deep chest, sloping shoulders, well bent hocks indicating speed, and a dense rather harsh outer coat. Height 22 to 24 ins., bitches 20 to 22 ins. Weight 45 to 65 lbs., bitches 40 to 55 lbs. Colours sable and white, tricolour and blue merle."
Collie Card 16(Players Scenic, 1925)... $7.95 each



This is the only other smooth collie card I can find, and I think it is extremely beautiful. It was made in 1925 by John Player & Sons, and is the oldest Collie card I have. (see card no. 31 below for a larger version) On the back it says, "Generally speaking the Smooth-coated Collie is less popular among the Scottish shepherds than the old-fashioned black, tan and white, although in the Ettrick and Yarrow district he is still often employed as a sheep-dog. It is claimed that he climbs hills more swiftly and collects less snow on his legs than does the Rough. The Smooth Collie, which was originally produced by crossing the old black, tan and white with the Greyhound, should have a hard, dense, and smooth coat. Height, weight &c., as Rough-coated Collie."
Collie Card 17(Players Scenic, 1925)... $7.95 each



COLLIE DOG
Golden Fleece Australia issued these 'Swap Cards' in 1972. There were 36 cards in the set titled 'Pedigree Dogs'. On the back: "Once called the Scot's Colley Dog because it was used to tend Colley sheep in Scotland. It has been said that a Collie dog can do the work of ten men attending sheep. Collie ae not used as sheep dogs in Australia because the climate is too hot. As a breed, Collie dogs are very clever and their affectionate nature makes them excellent dogs for children. Few dogs can be trained as easily as the Collie."
Illust.: Aust. Ch. "Grenadier"
Owner: Mr. K, Evans. Vic.
Collie Card 18(Golden Fleece Australia, 1972)... $7.95 each



A card from a tea company called Typhoo Tea. This comes from a set titled "Some Popular Breeds Of Dogs" issued in 1953. These cards were printed on the tea package and had to be cut out of the package for saving. The writing is on the face of the card as you can see.
Collie Card 18x(Ty-Phoo Tea, 1953)... $8.95 each



SMOOTH-COATED COLLIE
Gallagher cigarettes put out this card, a painting by artist Mabel Gear. It is card no. 44 from the second series of 48 cards. Shown on the back: "It is surprising how unfamiliar the Smooth-coated Collie is in comparison with his woolly coated brother. They are equally delightful dogs, however, and naturally rather less trouble to keep in perfect condition. Collies have been used with the sheep in Scotland for generations, and this has developed in them remarkably keen sight. They were not well known in the show-ring until about fifty years ago, when they achieved sensational popularity."
Collie Card 19(Gallaher Dogs 2nd Series, 1938)... $9.95 each



THE COLLIE
(show type)
Players issued this wonderful card in their series 25 "Top Dogs-Grndee in 1979. The 25 paintings for this series were specially executed by Angela Mulliner and form a unique collection. Printed on the back of the card:
"The Collie was originally evolved in Scotland for the specific purpose of assisting the Highland shepherd. Its keenness of eye enables it to pick out objects at a considerable distance, so necessary in rounding up the stragglers from the flock. It is a faithful guard and invaluable as a friend and companion. Although there are many coloured varieties of Collie, there are only two type, the Rough and the Smooth-Coated. Unfortunately, however, the Smooth-Coated type has never become really popular on the Show Bench."
Collie Card 20(Players Top Dog Grandee, 1979)... $9.95 each



THE ROUGH COLLIE
This a Gallagher card from their first series of 48. The card is no. 16 in the series. The back has the following: "Popular at the end of the nineteenth centry when record prices of 1,000 Francs were not uncommon, the Rough Collie is still a favourite. Often called Lassie or Show Collies, they were originally working sheepdogs from Scotland. Queen Victoria bought several of these handsome dogs and as often happens when Royalty takes up a breed they quickly became popular and were first shown at Birmingham about 1860. The modern Collie is very different from its working ancestors. Big handsome dogs with profuse coats, intelligent eyes and expressive ears they come in three colours. Sable, tricolour (black and tan with white markings) and blue merle. This is sort of pigeon blue splashed with small patches of black, often with white markings. Blue merles often have blue or blue and white flecked eyes. They need plenty of exercise and their heavy coats need regular grooming but are not too difficult to care for. Height 22-24 inches. Weight 40-65 lbs."
Collie Card 21(Gallaher Dogs A Series, 1936)... $9.95 each



This painting is from a series of 25 CHAMPION DOGS issued in 1934. The cards were enclosed in ARDATH cork and STATE EXPRESS 333 cigarettes. The back of the card shows the standards of the collie at that time, and is shown in detail to the left.
Collie Card 22(Ardath Tobacco, 1934)... $9.95 each






COLLIE (Rough)
A photograph from National Geographic issued in 1970. the description on the back follows: "Scottish shepherds bred the collie to watch over their flocks of sheep. In animal herding, one dog can do the work of a dozen humans. A Collie learns quickly and will guard anything placed in its charge. Many stories tell of collies rescuring children from danger."
COAT--thick, straigh outercoat with furry, soft undercoat
COLOR--mixtures of brown, or black, or bluishgray, all with white markings
HEIGHT--22-26 in (55-65 cm)
WEIGHT--50-75 lb (23-34 kg)
Collie Card 23(National Geographic, 1970)Reduced... $4.95 each(REDUCED slight damage)



"OUR PUPPIES"

The Collie
Godfrey Phillips Tobacco issued these "Our Puppies" in 1936. A small narrative on the back: "There are two varieties of Collie--rough and smooth. Several years ago the breed was very popular, many being sold for over 1,000 Francs."
Collie Card 24(Godfrey Phillips OUR PUPPIES, 1936)... $12.95 each



COLLIE (ROUGH)
Premier trading cards are made for use in vending machines manufactured exclusively by the Oak Manufacturing Company, Inc. This is one of these Oak Mfg cards. Printed on the back: "There are two varieties of collies-rough and the smooth. The rough Collie is pictured here.
Developed in England and Scotland, the original rough and smooth Collie had a great deal of black in their coats. Both varieties were known as the "coally dogs," and from this has sprung the modern name of Collie.
Due to its distinctive features, and calm, peaceful, home-loving characteristics, the Collie is perhaps the most popular of all the working varity group, and it has been among or close to the first ten breeds for a long time."
Collie Card 25(Premier Trading Cards Oak Mfg., 1950)... $14.95 each



ROUGH-COATED COLLIE
Hignett cigarettes put out these cigarette cards in 1936. On the back: "This breed is thought by many authorities to be the original of all breeds, largely on account of its resemblance to various wild dogs. It is certainly of great antiquity, and a smaller, less refined type of Collie, from which the show specimen was evolved, has long been used by Scottish shepherds. The show Collie enjoyed great popularity years ago, and several changed hands for 1,000 Francs and more."
Collie Card 26(Hignett, 1936)... $19.95 each



COLLIES.
Artist Leo Chambers did the paintings for this set of cards put out by Mousstafa Tobacco company in 1924. Beautifully and artistically done. Printed on the back of the card: "This is certainly one of the most handsome dogs, full of grace and highly intelligent. It is often supposed that they are bad tempered, but this is a fallacy. Treated badly, as much as any other dog, he will show resentment, but the man who knows how to treat him will never find a collie play him false. He has a flat skull, tapering muzzle, and ears semi-erect. Feed on Spratt's Dog Cakes and "Rodnim."
Collie Card 27(Moustafa Tobacco Leo Chambers Dogs Heads, 1924)... $24.95 each



COLLIE
Weeties "Favourite Dogs-New Zealand" issued these cards and inserted them in the cereals, Weeties, Crispies and Vitabrits in 1940. There were 32 cards in the series, with the Collie being no. 14. Shown on the back of the card: "The Collie is one of the most intelligent dogs, and is an aristocrat of the canine world. Originally bred in Scotland as a sheep dog, he was used for this purpose for many centuries. Today he is essentially a show dog and pet, graceful, strong and free in movement. He is easy to train, gentle, trustworthy and makes a fine companion."
Collie Card 28(Favourite Dogs New Zealand, 1940)... $24.95 each



COLLIE.
Wills Cigarettes put out these "Dogs 'A' series originally in 1914. Then an authorized reproduction was issued at a later date, in 1987. I have ONE original left and two reproductions.
Printed on the back: "The Collie is at present day much in demand as a pet. There is not a more graceful or beautiful dog, and he is most intelligent, gentle, and tractable. To really see a Collie at his best, however one should see him at work in the country. Essentially a shepherds' dog, to watch him adroitly rounding up a scattered flock of sheep and driving them into the fold, makes one marvel at his resource and generalship. As assistant to the shepherd, farmer, and drover, he is unexcelled, and one of these dogs can do the work of many men. He also makes an excellent sporting dog, and can be trained to adequately preform the duties of a Pointer, Setter, or Retriever. He is a most faithful watch-dog or companion."
Collie Card 29(Wills Dogs A Series,ORIGINAL 1914)... $24.95 each
Collie Card 29(Wills Dogs A Series,Reproduction 1914)... $5.95 each



ROUGH-COATED COLLIE
This is a larger version of Players card #16 (above). The reading on the back is the same but these cards were enclosed in PLAYERS NAVY CUT CIGARETTES that had 20 cigarettes to the packages as opposed to the packages of 10.
"The Collie is the dog of the Highland shepherd, assisting his master to round up his scattered charges on the rocky moors and hillsides. Of his origin little is known with certainty, but some naturalists consider him related to the wild dog, and superior in instinct and wisdom to all other breeds. The popularity of the Collie is such that everyone is more or less acquainted with his intelligence and worth as a companion, and from a commercial point of view as a show dog he is worth while taking up, as good specimens find a ready sale at big prices. He is a lithe active dog, with an intelligent expression, deep chest, sloping shoulder, well bent hocks indicating speed, and a dense rather harsh outer coat. Height 22 to 24 inches, bitches 20 to 22 inches. Weight 45 to 65 lbs., bitches 40 to 55 lbs. Colours sable and White, tricolour and blue merle."
Collie Card 30(Players Scenic,large 1924)... $24.95 each



SMOOTH COLLIE.
These cards were also put out by Players and enclosed in their NAVY CUT CIGARETTES. (I think they liked the artists work of the Collies) "Generally speaking the Smooth-coated Collie is less popular among the Scottish shepherds than the old-fashioned black, tan and white, although in the Ettrick and Yarrow district he is still employed as a sheep-dog. It is claimed that he climbs hills more swiftly and collects less snow on his legs than does the Rough. The Smooth Collie, which was originally produced by crossing the old black, tan and white with Greyhound, should have a hard, dense, and smooth coat. The eyes are the most important feature, from a show bench point of view at least, in this breed. They should be almond shaped, set obliquely in the head, and of a dark hazel colour. Blue merle should have a merled or "China" eye, though this is not essential. On the eye, and size and placement of ear, depends the expression and characteristic outlook which is so appreciated by connoisseurs."
Collie Card 31(Players Scenic large, 1924)... $24.95 each



An OLD card Edwards, Ringers, and Biggs issued in 1908. (99 years old) On the back of the card is the following: 'SMOKE KLONKYKE CIGARETTES'. "This breed with its great beauty and noted intelligence, is assured of continual popularity as a companion and a show dog. (A sale was recently effected to America of a Collie puppy for 700 lbs). Originally a native of Scotland, where he was used as a shepherd"s dog; but a show speiman of to-day is vastly improved in coat and size from what he was then. Coat should be dense and abundment."
Collie Card 32(Ringers Klondyke cigarettes, 1908)... $24.95 each



Sanders "Crystal Jelly" and Sanders "Custard Deluxe" issued this set of cards in 1926. They were enclosed in their packages of the above.
On the back of the card is the following inscription: Points. Head, very long and lean, skull flat, wide between the ears and with no "stop" beween the eyes, ears smll, and carried when up, semi-eect with the tips slightly, bent forward, eyes small and almond shape. Chest deep, body rather long and with plenty of mane, tail carried low. Dogs 23 in. high at shoulder".
Collie Card 33(Sanders Crystal Jelly, 1926)... $29.95 each

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Collie Phone Cards


Phone cards, such as this one, come rarely, one of a kind. No minutes on this card but a definite collectors item.
Collie Phone Card from Asia... $5.95 each

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Collie Playing Cards

Sorry, we don't have any complete sets of playing cards. These were from collections of antique cards and there is no way of knowing how old they are or where one might find more of them. They are certainly a part of Collie history.


Collie Playing Card 1... $4.95 each



Collie Playing Card 2... $4.95 each



Collie Playing Card 3... $3.95 each



Collie Playing Card 4... $3.95 each



Collie Playing Card 6... $3.95 each



The card is the queen of spades, and although it is not the most beautiful of the collection of cards, it is definitely necessary to complete the set. Although they are not classic heads, they are obviously enjoying themselves!"
Collie Playing Card 7... SOLD OUT



What an incredible find! This is the only smooth collie playing card I have ever seen. It was probably issued rather recently and is quite attractive."
Collie Playing Card 9... $4.95 each



Collie Playing Card 10... SOLD OUT



Collie Playing Card 12... $4.95 each



Collie Playing Card 14... SOLD OUT



This deck of cards was produced in Japan several years ago. There are several breeds in the deck and each breed is sold as a single card separately. The Collie in it is the seven of clubs.
Collie Playing Card 17... $5.95 each



Collie Playing Card 18... $4.95 each



Collie

This is not actually a playing card but appears to be one. A rare find and a must for your collection of smooth Collies. The back of this card has the following description of the Collie.
Character:
The Collie makes an ideal family pet being biddable, affectionate and loyal. It is hardy and, despite its thick coat, relatively simple to groom.
Coat:
Though the face and legs are smooth coated, the rest of the body is covered with a double coat, the dense, harsh, outer coat being particularly abundant and the dog's chief glory. Three colours are accepted everywhere, sable, tricolour, and blue merle, all usually marked with white.
Size; 20.5 - 29.5kg
Country Orgin; Great Britian
Collie Playing Card 19... $5.95 each



Collie Playing Card 21... $4.95 each

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Collie Post Cards


Collie Post Card 1... $9.95 each



Collie Post Card 2... $4.95 each

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* Truly one of the cheapest unique treats for yourself or a friend (great for club trophies as well!)

* It is absolutely true that you will often find some of these cards at very reasonable prices. On the other hand, if you add in the gas, hours, and hassles that it has taken to find them, you may find it easier to just get them from us while we have them :*) I don't always count on getting more in the near future. I get them when I can find them and the stock is not always constant.

* I do have other breeds available. Let me know and perhaps I can do a page for your breed.

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