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ENGLISH SETTER
This card is not a tobacco card but a tea card. Amaran Tea issued these singly in their packages of tea in 1965. On the back of the card: "The English Setter is well known for its qualities of endurance and independence of character. The eyes should be full, bright, mild and intelligent. The head should be long and lean with a well defined stop, skull oval from ear to ear and showing plenty of brain room whilst the muzzle should be moderately deep and fairly square. Colours variable on white ground."
English Setter Card 1(Amaran Tea, 1965)... $4.95 each

This card is from the Cofton Collections series. There were three series issued in 1988. They were reprints of the original series in 1963. This drawing is from the 2nd series of 25. The back of the card has the address of Cofton Collections in England, with a brief description of the many items available.
English Setter Card 2(Cofton Collections reprint, 1988)... $4.95 each

Another nice drawing from the Cofton Collection, this one from the 2nd series of 25 with the same information on the back as above.
English Setter Card 3(Cofton Collections reprint, 1988)... $4.95 each

These cards (this one and the two below) were put out by a company called Service Line in Modena, Italy in 1996. The subjects are not identified but they are actual photographs and beautifully done. There is nothing on the back of the card but the number of the photo (21) and the title of the series"Cats & Dogs.
English Setter Card 5(Service Line Modena Italy, 1993)... $4.95 each

Card number 56 from the Cats & Dogs series from Modena, Italy.
English Setter Card 6(Service Line Modena Italy, 1993)... $4.95 each

Another Modena, Italy card number 27. A beautiful photograph. The subject is not identified.
English Setter Card 7(Service Line Modena Italy, 1993)... $4.95 each

ENGLISH SETTER
These drawings were issued by Wills cigarettes in 1937. The following is shown on the back of the card: "A successful show and working dog. Head lean and lengthy with domed skull, defined peak of skull and depression between eyes. Muzzle deep and square. Nose black or liver. Eyes dark hazel in colour, intelligent expression. Ears fairly long, set on low, neck lengthy, muscular and slightly arched. Body moderately long with wide, strong loins, deep chest and well sprung ribs. Forelegs straight, well boned. Hind legs powerful and bent at stifle. Feet close and compact. Tail carried in slight curve and well feathered. Coat slightly wavy, long and silky. Colour: black-and-white, lemon-and-white, liver-and-white, black-white-tan; colour distributed in flecks, not patches."
English Setter Card 8(Wills cigarettes, 1937)... $4.95 each

ENGLISH SETTER
Another tea card, this time from Hornimans Tea and enclosed singly in all 1/4 lb. packets of tea in 1961. The following is shown on the back of the card: "The English Setter gallops gaily through a hundred or more years of English sport and is a dog which exemplifies English country life and the English country gentleman between 1800 and 1900. Like the pointer his traditional task of finding game on the moors is slowly disappearing. Clean in outline and of medium height, he should measure the same from shoulder to ground as from should to root of tail.
English Setter Card 9(Horniman Tea, 1961)... $4.95 each

ENGLISH SETTER
These cards were to be printed and distributed in 1940 during World War II, however due to a paper shortage only a very few were printed. It is almost impossible to get an original of this card. In 1994, a series of 50 cards titled 'Dogs Heads(Eire)- Reprint of 1940' were issued. This card is one of the reprints. Printed on the back of the card: "The modern development of the English Setter is attributed to Mr. Edward Laverack, a Shropshire sportsman, who acquired his first breeding stock in 1825. By careful breeding of the descendants from his original pair, Ponto and Old Molly Edward Laverack created his own strain of Setters, which were known as Laveracks. They were handsome animals and good field dogs, but difficult to break and handle. To lessen this impetuosity Mr. R. L. Purcel Llewellin, also of Shropshire. crossed some Laverack bitches with a dog named Dan, belonging to a North of England strain. Thanks to his efforts, the English Setter is now a most capable and tractable gundog, and a popular show animal."
English Setter Card 11(Players Dogs Heads Eire reprint, 1994)... $5.95 each

English Setter
A wonderful full body pose by artist Arthur Wardle and enclosed in Players cigarettes in 1931. On the reverse side:"This very ancient variety is certainly one of the most beautiful and elegant of the canine race, and is popular both as domestic companion and sporting dog. His proper sphere is on the grouse-moors or among the root-crops and stubble in the partridge season. He has wonderful scenting power and draws up to the game in fine style. The coat should be silky and feathery. Colours; black and white, lemon and white, liver and white, or tricolour; preferably flecked all over, and without heavy patches. Height: 22 in. Weight: 60-65 lb."
English Setter Card 12(Players, 1931)... $6.95 each

JINGO OF CROMBIE
A lovely photo of a past champion from a series titled "Champion Dogs - A series of real photos" put out by John Sinclair in 1938. Shown on the back of the card is a brief resume of Jingo's winnings: "Challenge Certificate Winner at Cruft's, 1937, also Cruft's A1 Diploma for the Best in Breed, and Cruft's Special of a Coronation Anointing Spoon for the Best in Mid-Limit Class. He has won at every show he has been to, and has three times been Best in show."
Owned by; Miss E. Kirland. Broughty Ferry, Scotland.
English Setter Card 13(Sinclair Champion Dogs, 1938)... $6.95 each

ENGLISH SETTER PUPPIES
'Pattreiouex Dogs' were issued in 1939 and enclosed in packages of Senior service Cigarettes. Shown on the back: "The English Setter is similar to the commoner Irish. Few setters have any sense of property, otherwise they are ideal companions.

*G E N E R A L - H I N T S*
SELECTING A PUP (4). Do not worry if a young pup is deficient in bone or slightly bow legged. Lime watewr, calcium lactate, cod liver oil, and large soft bones to gnaw, will straighten up any pup's legs. Quite a little daily is enough. Pass your hand gently over the pup's stomach; a rupture feels like a small soft lump. Do not buy a ruptured pup."
English Setter Card 14(Pattreiouex Senior Service cigarettes, 1939)... $5.95 each

ENGLISH SETTER
Artist Peter Beigel did these drawings for Players cigarettes in 1940. The reverse side of the card:"In the opinion of Mr, Edward Laverack, the Setter is only an improved Spaniel. It was this famous dog breeder who, in the mid-nineteenth century, did so much to produce the English Setter we value so highly today. It is suitably built for work with the gun in the stubble and grassland, but unfortunately it is not worked often enough in England today. This is not the case in the United States where the Llewellyn strain of the breed finds great favour as a gun-dog. The English Setter is most attractive and good-natured. Its coat should be white, flecked with either black, lemon or liver markings, although patches of these colours are permissible."
English Setter Card 15(Players, 1940)... $7.95 each

English Setter
Another version of the English Setter, this time by artist Arthur Wardle, issued by Players in 1929. The following is printed on the back of the card: "The Setter, that delightful companion and ideal sporting dog, is a relative of the Spaniel, the old authorities regarding him as a cross between Spaniel and Pointer. A 14th century author wrote of the Setter: Hyscrafties for the perdrich (partridge) and the quaile; and when taught to crouch, he is very serviceable. Between 1825 and 1877 the noted breeder Mr. E. Laverack, built up the strain from which many present-day Setters trace their origin. Black and white, lemon and white, liver and white; or black, white and tan are the colours preferred."
English Setter Card 16(Players, 1929)... $7.95 each

English Setter
Players & Sons also issued this lovely painting of English Setters for enclosures in their cigarettes in 1925. The title of the series was 'Dogs-Scenic Background'. Printed on the back: "Regarded either as a domestic companion or as a sporting dog the English Setter is certainly one of the most beautiful and elegant of the canine race. His proper sphere is, however, on the grouse-moors or among the root crops and stubble in the patridge season. He has wonderful scenting power, and draws up to the game in fine style patiently waiting until his master walks up. The silky and feathery coat of the English Setter is either flecked black and white, lemon and white, or blue and white. Height 22 inches."
English Setter Card 17(Players Scenic, 1925)... $7.95 each

THE ENGLISH SETTER
Gallaher Tobacco issued these nice paintings inserted singly in packages of cigarettes in 1936. The artist is listed as Mabel Gear. Shown on the back: "One of the most beautiful dogs to be seen to-day is the English Setter with its varied colouring. There are four types of colours and markings; blue and white, lemon and white, liver and white, and tricolour, that is, tan, white and blue, the lighter the better. It is a very dignified animal and not only fashionable but a great favourite with sportmen. The English Setter is less temperamental than its Irish cousin has no vices and is very affectionate. The breed has been known in England for some centuries."
English Setter Card 18(Gallaher, 1936)... $9.95 each

THE ENGLISH SETTER
EPOL, an animal food company in South africa issued these nice pictures in 1974. A short description on the back in English and Dutch: "The coat is slightly wavy, long and silky with legs well feathered. The colours are white with black, lemon or liver, or black, white and tan. Height 60-68 cm, weight 24-30 kg."
English Setter Card 20(EPOL South African Food Co., 1974)... $12.95 each

THE ENGLISH SETTER
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"This breed of dog is greatly used in pheasant and partridge shooting. They are both handsome and popular, and of a very excellent type. the dog is depicted in illustrations in 1880 and 1803 when it was known as the Old English Setter. They are tireless when hunting, and one authority on the breed quotes an instance when a dog hunted a matter of sixty miles or so in a day. The bitch illustrated is owned by Mrs. Christian, and is a well-known winner on the show bench."
English Setter Card 21(Gallaher, 1934)... SOLD OUT

ENGLISH SETTER
Premier trading cards were made for use in vending machines manufactured exclusively by the Oak Manufacturing Company, Inc., Culver City, California. These cards were issued in 1950. Shown on the back of the card: "The mild, sweet disposition characteristic of the English Setter, along with the beauty, intelligence and aristocratic appearance, accounts for its popularity, especially among sportsmen. The lovable disposition of the English Setter makes it an ideal companion for children. It is however, a dog that requires considerable exercise and therefore is better suited to the country than the city."
English Setter Card 22(Premier Trading Cards, Oak Mfg. Co., 1950)... $14.95 each

ENGLISH SETTER
"No one can definitely say what breed went into the making of the English Setter, but its development into its present form can decidedly be placed to Mr. Edward Laverack and Mr. R. L. Purcell Llewellin. The former began his strain in 1825, and eventually dogs bred by him obtained remarkable fame and came to be known as Laveracks. They were very fine-looking animals, stylish workers but difficult to break and handle. In 1871 Mr. Llewellin, in an attempt to combine the Laverack's good looks with a better temperament, mated some Laverack bitches with an out-cross, "Dan" and so created the Llewellin strain which survives to-day in many of the finest specimens. Unlike many gundog breeds, the English Setter shows little tendency to split up into two types-- Working and show--and many leading bench winners are equally capable in the field."
English Setter Card 23(Players, 1928)... SOLD OUT

ENGLISH SETTER
"The Setter is a near relative of the Spaniel, the old authorities regarding him as a cross between the Spaniel and the Pointer. So long ago as the 14th century it was written of the Setter: Hyscrafte is for the perdrich (partridge) and the quaile; and when taught to crouch, he is very serviceable. The first definite record of the English Setter breed dates from about 1825, when the noted breeder of Setters, Mr. Edward Laverack, began to build up the strain from which so many present-day Setters trace their origin. A delightful companion as well as a ideal sporting dog. Black and white, lemon and white, liver and white; black, white and tan are the colours preferred."
English Setter Card 24(Players, 1925)... SOLD OUT

ENGLISH SETTER
Hignett enclosed these great paintings in their cigarettes in 1936. On the reverse: "One of the oldest gun-dogs known in England, the Setter is mentioned in sporting literature of the 15th century, when the breed was first used in conjunction with the hawk. The English Setter's early development is probably linked up with that of the English Springer Spaniel, and about 1825 a sportsman named Laverack established a type which had great influence on the breed's appearance. But the most beneficial strain has been that which was originated by a Mr. Llewellin about 1870, by crossing a dog named "Dan" with Laverack bitches."
English Setter Card 26(Hignett cigarettes, 1936)... $19.95 each

Professional Pride the title of this Margurite Kirmse Sketch.
English Setter Card 27(Wills Margurite Kirmse Sketches, 1957)... SOLD OUT

ENGLISH SETTER.
Wills cigarettes '2nd series of 25 cards' were issued in 1925. The following is shown on the back of the card: "It is said Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, was the first sportsman to train setting dogs in the manner now commonly adopted, and his contemporary, Dr. Caius, described the breed in his work on English Dogges, which was written in the 16th century. Few dogs are more popular than the English Setter, for he is both beautiful in appearance and uesful as a sporting dog or as a domestic companion. He excels as a game dog, and is seen at his very best on the grouse moors, or among the root-crops and stubbles when the September partridge season commences. A good English Setter may be either black and white, lemon and white, or black, white and tan; and those who are flecked all over (that is without heavy patches of colour) are most highly esteemed."
English Setter Card 28(Wills 2nd series, 1925)... $24.95 each

ENGLISH SETTER.
A larger version of Players 'Dogs-Scenic Background' was issued in a series of 12 cards in 1924. This is the number 7 card in that series of 12. Printed on the back of the card: "Regarded either as a domestic companion or as a sporting dog the English Setter is certainly one of the most beautiful and elegant of the canine race. His proper sphere is, however, on the grouce-moors or among the root crops and stubble in the partridge season. He has wonderful scenting power, and draws up to the game in fine style patiently waiting until his master walks up. The English Setter was used and prized by sportsmen for his sporting proclivities as early as the fifteenth century. In the early days the dog was bred purely for sport, and few sportsmen, whether of the "Old English gentleman" class or of the farming class, were without their brace of Setters. Years ago a Mr. Laverack established a strain of English Setters of marvellous sporting instinct, and to this day they are known as "Laverack" Setters. The silky feathery coat of the English Setter is either flecked black and white, lemon and white, or blue and white. Height about 22 inches, Weight 60 to 65 lbs."
English Setter Card 29(Players Scenic large version, 1924)... $24.95 each

ENGLISH SETTER
"The English Setter is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and elegant of the canine race. As a gun dog, he is equal to any. It is surprising that this dog is not more often kept as a pet, as he is an ideal companion, possessing a most amiable disposition. He is easy to train, devoid of vice and never ferocious."
English Setter Card 30(Favourite dogs New Zealand, 1940)... SOLD OUT

ENGLISH SETTER.
"A beautiful "gun dog" of stylish and elegant appearance, a proved worker, preferred by many sportsmen to the Pointer. Its lovely coat of long soft, Silky hair, without curl, and its symmetrical form are a delight to view. The "feather" should be very noticeable on the hind as well as the fore legs. The head is characteristic with a high occiput, and a nose with great scenting power. The tail is another characteristic of this beed. Weight up to 60 lbs."
English Setter Card 31(Ringers Klondyke, 1908)... SOLD OUT

ENGLISH SETTER.
"Points.Head rather narrow, long and lean, with very marked occiput (peak). The stop must be in evidence, square muzzle and very deep, body is generally flecked with black or tan Marks, coat silky and wavy, tail carried on a line with the back, NOT curled, and should be well fringed to a point, plenty of "fringe" on the hind legs, also on the front legs and toes."
English Setter Card 33(Tailwaggers Australia, 1940)... SOLD OUT

English Setter 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 English Setter history.

Choose any 10 of the following playing cards for $29.95. Discount will be taken at time of filling order.

English Setter Playing Card 1... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 2left... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 3right... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 4left... SOLD OUT
English Setter Playing Card 5right... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 6... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 7... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 8left... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 9right... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 10... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 14... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 16... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 17... SOLD OUT

English Setter Playing Card 18... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 19... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 21... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 22... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 23... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 24left... $3.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 25right... SOLD OUT

English Setter Playing Card 26... $4.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 27... $4.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 28... $4.95 each

English Setter Playing Card 29... $4.95 each

English Setter Post Card

English Setter Post Card 1... $7.95 each

A lovely headstudy on this first date of issue post card 8/27/94, of an artists rendition of a English Setter. Also included is the Postage Stamp from Bucharest, Romania. A rare find and one you should have for your collection. You get the post card and the stamp for the price of the card alone.
Romania is located in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Black Sea. between Bulgaria and Ukraine. It is slightly smaller than Oregon. The climate is temperate; cold, cloudy winters with frequent snow and fog, sunny summers with frequent showers and thunderstorms. They have the following resources petroleum (reserves declining), timber, natural gas, coal, iron, ore, salt, arable land, hydropower. They also have natural hazards of earthquakes, most severe in south and southwest; Geologic structure and climate promote landslides. Environment current issues include soil erosion and degradation; water pollution; air pollution in south from industrial effluents; the capital is Bucharest.
English Setter Post Card 2 Romania... $9.95 each

English Setter Post Card 3... $7.95 each

English Setter Post Card 4... $7.95 each

English Setter Post Card 5... $7.95 each

English Setter Post Card 6... $7.95 each

A first date of issue post card 8/27/94, of an artists rendition of a English Setter. Also included is the Postage Stamp from Bucharest, Romania. A rare find and one you should have for your collection. You get the post card and the stamp for the price of the card alone.
Romania is located in Southeastern Europe, bordering the Black Sea. between Bulgaria and Ukraine. It is slightly smaller than Oregon. The climate is temperate; cold, cloudy winters with frequent snow and fog, sunny summers with frequent showers and thunderstorms. They have the following resources petroleum (reserves declining), timber, natural gas, coal, iron, ore, salt, arable land, hydropower. They also have natural hazards of earthquakes, most severe in south and southwest; Geologic structure and climate promote landslides. Environment current issues include soil erosion and degradation; water pollution; air pollution in south from industrial effluents; the capital is Bucharest.

English Setter Post Card 7 Romania... $9.95 each

English Setter Envelope

The Bulgars, A Central Asian Turkic Tribe, merged with the local slavic inhabitants in the late 7th century to form the first Bulgarian state. In succeeding centuries, Bulgaria struggled with the Byzantine Empire to assert its place in the Balkans, but by the end of the 14th century the country was overrun by the Ottoman Turks. Bulgaria regained its independence in 1878, but having fought on the losing side in both World Wars, it fell within the Soviet sphere of influence and became a Peoples Republic in 1946. Communist domination ended in 1990. The country is slightly larger than Tennessee. The capital is Sofia.
English Setter Envelope from bulgaria... $9.95 each

English Setter
Envelope from Isle of Man

A 'First Day Issue' envelope, Sept. 18, 1996 from Isle of Man. It has 6 remarkable headstudies affixed to the front of the envelope, A Yellow Labrador Retriever, a Border Collie, a Dalmatian, a Welsh Corgi, a beautiful ENGLISH SETTER and a German Shepherd Dog. An awesome piece for your collection. ONE ONLY. Don't miss out on this rare find.
English Setter Envelope from Isle of Man... $29.95 each

English Setter Match Box Covers

English Setter Match Box Cover 1... $9.95 each

English Setter Match Box Cover 2... $9.95 each

English Setter Cigar Bands

English Setter Cigar Band 1... $9.95 each

English Setter Cigar Band 2... $7.95 each

English Setter Cigar Band 3... $6.95 each

* We can take visa, mastercard, discover, a check, or PayPal. We try to keep all stamps in stock, so we probably have the ones that you are looking for.

* We do have discounts if you want to buy more than one.

* We have a couple of copies of some of the cards, and since they are much more fun when you have a "set", we would be happy to give a discount for multiple purchases. This can make a set of interesting breed cards quite reasonable. 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 stamps at very reasonable prices -- some can be had for under a dollar. 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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