1942 Raleigh Cigarettes Carton with Six Unopened Packs and Brown & Williamson Coupon Catalog

Pipe Appeal video featuring this set and a 1942 Raleigh Cigarettes Red Skelton broadcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxGEjY1oRxQ

In 1942, the day often ended the same way. A chair pulled close, the radio tuned in, and something familiar close at hand.

This is a genuine wartime Raleigh Cigarettes carton set from 1942, consisting of six unopened packs with 20 cigarettes per pack, preserved together with the original Brown and Williamson coupon catalog. The carton, packs, and accompanying material present with a level of sharpness and cohesion that is rarely encountered today. The paper, printing, folds, and overall presentation retain the unmistakable look and feel of the early 1940s.

Raleigh held a steady place among American cigarettes of the period. Known for a smooth, even character, Raleigh blended Turkish and domestic tobaccos with an emphasis on balance and consistency. The brand earned a reputation for reliability and refinement, making it a familiar choice for everyday smokers during the war years.

Raleigh was also closely tied to the culture of the home front. The Brown and Williamson coupon program encouraged smokers to save and redeem coupons for practical household goods, a concept that resonated deeply during wartime when materials were scarce and patience mattered. The original coupon catalog included here offers a clear snapshot of that world, with modest rewards, useful items, and quietly optimistic design.

The brand’s presence extended into the golden age of radio. Raleigh sponsored major programming, including Red Skelton broadcasts, which carried its name into millions of American living rooms each week. Sets like this belonged on the table during the evening broadcast, part of the ordinary rhythm of wartime life.

Cigarettes traveled wherever Americans did during World War II. They crossed oceans with servicemen, were shared between units, and appeared again back home beside the radio. Raleigh became part of that shared experience, linking front line and home front through routine and familiarity.

This set comes through the years just the way you would hope. The carton remains square and solid. The packs present cleanly with strong color, sharp printing, and intact paper wrappers. The coupon catalog is complete and legible. As expected with paper goods of this age, light signs of careful storage may be present, but nothing that detracts from the overall presentation. The set presents today much as it would have in 1942.

Details:

-Year: 1942
-Brand: Raleigh
-Manufacturer: Brown and Williamson
-Contents: One carton containing six unopened packs and Coupon Catalog
-Count: 20 cigarettes per pack, 120 total

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