{"product_id":"benson-hedges-family-of-vintage-advertisements-10-original-ads-1960s-1980s-lot-1","title":"Benson \u0026 Hedges Family of Vintage Advertisements – 10 Original Ads (1960s–1980s) - Lot #1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis curated \u003cstrong\u003eBenson \u0026amp; Hedges Family of Ads Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together \u003cstrong\u003e10 original, authentic magazine advertisements\u003c\/strong\u003e spanning the late 1960s through the 1980s—an era defined by bold graphic design, clever marketing, and the iconic long‑cigarette humor that made Benson \u0026amp; Hedges a household name. Each ad is an original print pulled from period magazines, not reproductions, offering collectors and decorators a genuine slice of mid‑century advertising history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese ads showcase the brand’s evolution across two decades: playful disadvantage campaigns, menthol sweepstakes, the famous “America’s Favorite Cigarette Break,” and the introduction of the \u003cstrong\u003eNew Lights Box\u003c\/strong\u003e. From witty taglines to vibrant photography, each piece reflects the cultural tone of its year—making this set a standout addition to any vintage ephemera collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Ads (10 Total)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col role=\"list\" start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew Lights Box – The New Case For The Best‑Tasting Lights\u003c\/em\u003e – 2‑page ad – January 1988\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e5 Long Green Sweepstakes – Menthol 100’s\u003c\/em\u003e – August 1975\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmerica’s Favorite Cigarette Break\u003c\/em\u003e – January 28, 1972\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e100’s Must Taste Pretty Good – Look What People Put Up With To Smoke Them\u003c\/em\u003e – November 27, 1970\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eB\u0026amp;H I Like Your Style\u003c\/em\u003e – January 1979\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003ePick‑Your‑Favorite‑Disadvantage Sweepstakes\u003c\/em\u003e – 2‑page ad – April 21, 1970\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmerica’s Favorite Cigarette Break\u003c\/em\u003e – September 21, 1971\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e3, 4, Maybe 5 Words Longer Than King Size\u003c\/em\u003e – June 14, 1968\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew Lights Box – Best‑Tasting Lights\u003c\/em\u003e – 2‑page ad – December 1987\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Moderate Smoke – It’s Not Strong – It’s Not Weak\u003c\/em\u003e – October 13, 1972\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenson \u0026amp; Hedges advertising is celebrated for its humor, oversized cigarette imagery, and clever “disadvantages” campaign—one of the most recognizable ad series of the 20th century. These ads capture the shifting aesthetics of print media from the late 60s mod era through the polished photography of the 1980s. Collectors value these pieces for their cultural relevance, graphic design, and the brand’s unique place in American advertising history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Decorators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage‑themed offices, lounges, bars, and smoking rooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetro gallery walls, mid‑century modern interiors, and Americana displays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFramed sets for restaurants, man‑caves, or retail spaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConversation pieces for eclectic or nostalgic décor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bold colors and clever layouts make these ads ideal for framing individually or as a coordinated multi‑piece display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for Collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvertising historians and ephemera collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTobacco memorabilia enthusiasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFans of mid‑century graphic design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResellers building curated vintage lots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGift buyers seeking unique, authentic period pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach ad is an original magazine pull—perfect for archiving, framing, or adding to a growing vintage collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chesapeake Farms LLC - Gourmet Jams\/Jellies \u0026 Coffee - Original Artworks - Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47987168608308,"sku":"BP-5815-BEN-CHE-DEF","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/9517\/1380\/files\/1_44c26231-dcc9-4c2d-9c61-69c238810d60.jpg?v=1783199414","url":"https:\/\/chesapeakefarmllc.com\/products\/benson-hedges-family-of-vintage-advertisements-10-original-ads-1960s-1980s-lot-1","provider":"Chesapeake Farms LLC - Gourmet Jams\/Jellies \u0026 Coffee - Original Artworks - Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}