Lot 245: A Collection of Vintage Brewery and Beverage Beer Mats
A large assortment of vintage brewery and beverage beer mats, primarily dating from the mid-to-late 20th century. The collection comprises printed pulp board and cardboard coasters featuring a variety of United Kingdom breweries and international drink brands. Identifiable examples include multiple designs for Whitbread, Lambs Navy Rum, Guinness, and Smirnoff. A notable inclusion is a Coca-Cola promotional mat featuring a photographic portrait of Gene Kelly. The lot also contains various novelty mats with pub riddles, jokes, and horoscope-themed promotional material such as the Smirnoff Bullshot Taurus mat. The designs reflect mid-century graphic styles and social history.
Condition report:
The items are in varied vintage condition, exhibiting wear consistent with use in a pub environment. Visible defects include corner blunting, edge wear, surface staining, and some pigment fading. Some examples show creasing. The collection is unsorted.
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