Asthmatic Cigarette Package 1930’s – Dr Kinsman’s- Augusta, ME

This vintage cigarette package from the 1930’s features the branding of Dr. Kinsman’s and was manufactured in the United States. It is a unique piece of tobacciana collectibles that will make a great addition to any collection. The package has a fascinating history as it was specifically marketed to asthmatics as a way to alleviate their symptoms. The package design showcases the belief of the time that smoking could have medicinal properties, a notion that has since been discredited. This item is a perfect example of the changing attitudes towards smoking and its effects on health.