My identity as a collector was exposed by the village flower

Chapter 163 Are Matchboxes Valuable?

Fang Xing nodded, and explained to the old man: "A cigarette case is also a collectible, in fact, many things have collection value."

He told everyone that cigarette boxes are generally called cigarette labels in the collection field.

What collectors are interested in is the pattern on the cigarette box.

Cigarette labels are one of the four largest print collections in the world, and there are collectors of cigarette labels all over the world.

For them, the design, printing, production level and style of the cigarette label are the most important. The value of a rare cigarette label is far higher than the value of the cigarette itself in their minds.

It has been nearly a hundred years since the first box of cigarettes was born in our country, and its collection has never been broken.Since the 21st century, the collection value of cigarette labels has been rising all the way. A bundle of cigarettes that used to cost a few yuan is now worth five yuan a piece. Countless collectors have become rich and invested millions of dollars.

"Tobacco labels can be roughly divided into ten categories: imported product labels, foreign trademarks, Chinese trademarks, local state-owned labels, company joint venture labels, Baishan Blackwater labels, China Tobacco labels, wenge quotation labels, three non-standard labels, commemorative labels, and sleeve labels.

At present, there are several types of commemorative labels, wenge quotation labels, local state-owned labels and corporate joint venture labels that have high market prices and great appreciation potential.

The price of ordinary cigarette labels is around tens of yuan, but high-quality cigarette labels are often only seen for purchase, and no one is willing to sell them.Although their prices are only a few thousand to ten thousand yuan now, their scarcity means that their prices will rise higher and higher.

Old man, this cigarette case of yours belongs to the best of the best.

Unfortunately, the condition of this cigarette case is not well preserved, which affects the price. "Fang Xing said.

In addition, there are three unmarked brands.It covers a wide range of subjects, including flowers, birds, fish and insects, pavilions, famous mountains and rivers, local customs, and customs.

In that year, the number of cigarettes produced with three non-standards was huge, the popularity rate of three non-standards was high, and the stock was large.

Since the three non-standard cigarettes are no longer produced, there will be fewer and fewer three non-standard cigarettes in the future, and the price of the three non-standard cigarettes will gradually increase. Some of them have risen from the original few yuan to tens of yuan. Thousands of dollars.

"The best of the best? How much is it worth?"

Fang Xing thought for a while: "If your cigarette case is new, it's worth 15. Now, it's probably around [-]!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone around took a deep breath.A cigarette case is worth 15 yuan, who would believe it?Even Mayor Tang's eyes widened.

I have learned a lot!

I have never heard that cigarette cases are also collected by some people, and they are sold at such a high price. There is no natural reason, no kingly law, or even human nature.

"Ten... one hundred thousand?" The old man was frightened, his voice trembling a little.

There was an uproar from the others.

Fang Xing poured out the cigarette inside and returned it to the old man.

How could the old man care about the cigarettes inside?All attention was drawn to the cigarette case.

The old man sold it to Fang Xing immediately without any hesitation, fearing that Fang Xing would regret it if he was a second late.After all, in his opinion, 10 yuan for a cigarette pack is really like a dream.

I was afraid that I would wake up from the dream and find nothing.

He really doesn't feel at ease if he doesn't sell it immediately.

The old man's family was also poor, and his son went out to work, and his life was gone.The daughter-in-law couldn't take it anymore and ran away secretly, leaving behind five children.

Their families are old and small, and life is difficult.

My wife's health is not very good, but in order to support several grandsons and granddaughters, I still choose to work in the fields.life!any idea?
A few days ago, Boss Fang also donated 1 yuan to their family.This is the biggest sum of money their family has received, and they are still not willing to use it!Their opponent's boss, that is a heartfelt thank you.

It was originally planned that the eldest grandson would not let him go to high school.After all, high school has to go to the city to study, and the cost is high, and their family really can't afford it.

It's a pity that the eldest grandson's academic performance is really good, and he went home with many awards.Last year, the teacher made a special trip to their village to talk about his grandson's future education.

The old man was very contradictory, especially when he saw his grandson pretending that he had no future in studying while he clearly wanted to study, he felt uncomfortable.

But now, with this 10 yuan, there is no need to worry so much.

Others are extremely envious, feeling too outrageous.

Someone couldn't help asking: "Since cigarette cases are worth money, what about matchboxes?"

Fang Xing smiled and said, "You guessed right, there are also very valuable matchboxes, it depends on whether they are rare or not."

The people present were immediately discussing, is the matchbox really valuable?They really don't understand this, someone would buy this kind of thing at a high price, would they be full?

Fang Xing told everyone: "Matchboxes are also called sparks in the collection world. They belong to the top five collections in the world, along with stamps, cigarette labels, wine labels, and banknotes. They are one of the important windows to reflect social changes and customs."

Compared with the cigarette case just now, the matchbox has a longer history and can be traced back to the Qing Dynasty.

The first match factory in China also has a history of more than 100 years.

The design themes of Spark are very diverse. A small matchbox can make a big fuss, and a square inch can be ever-changing. It integrates aesthetics, folk customs and a sense of the times, and interprets ukiyo-e on daily necessities.

Theoretically speaking, the collection value of sparks is not as good as stamps and renminbi. Some rare varieties before liberation have higher value, while others are very general.

Today, the value of the early 19th century sparkle, which has the least amount in existence, is nearly 3 yuan.

"Matchboxes from the early 19th century are really hard to find. So, don't expect too much. Except matchboxes, lighters, etc., these may be valuable collectibles.

Of course, if you still have the previous banknotes, they are also valuable. "

All in all, many things around you seem inconspicuous and are easily overlooked, but they may be valuable things, but people don't know it.

The villagers were amazed when they heard this.

Never heard of these before.

"So, I still need to read more and learn more about other things. Otherwise, I don't even know about the treasures at home." The village chief couldn't help but said.

Just like the old man's cigarette case!

If Fang Xing hadn't discovered it in time, it might have been broken in three to five months.At that time, it is worthless.

Who would have thought that this thing would be worth as much as one hundred thousand?

"Stamps are also worth money? My family has them. Boss, wait a minute." Someone ran home immediately.

Who hasn't sent a letter?Especially in poor and backward places like theirs, there were no telephones before, and the communication with the outside world was by letter.
As for letters, few people throw them away after reading them, and they are generally preserved.

Therefore, many people should still be able to find a few letters at home, and the stamps on them are still there.

For a while, many people ran home.

Not only stamps, but also banknotes used in the past. In rural areas, there are still a few in their families, but the denominations are very small, and maybe a few cents are still there.

(End of this chapter)