1930s - Cope's Cigarettes Dickens Character Card - Dick Swiveller - Vintage Tobacco Advertising - Classic Literature Illustration

This vintage cigarette card from the 1930s features Dick Swiveller, a notable character from Charles Dickens' novel *The Old Curiosity Shop*. Issued by Cope's Cigarettes as part of their popular Dickens Character Series, this collectible piece showcases a vibrant illustration of Swiveller in his characteristic top hat and vest, holding a cane and seated.

These cards were often included in tobacco products as an early form of advertising and promotion, encouraging customers to collect the entire series. They serve as fascinating historical artifacts, linking popular literature with everyday consumer goods of the era. This particular card is a charming representation of Victorian and Edwardian popular culture.