Lot 97. Early 1900s A.S. Hinds Co. Baseball Stamp. The stamp is truly a work of art. The full-color front depicts a player sliding into a base while an opposing player attempts to tag him. Text promotes “HINDS Honey and Almond Cream for Sunburn.” The promotional effort continues on the back with: “Hinds honey and almond Cream - Protects and improves the complexion. Cleanses and purifies the skin. Heals irritated, eruptive conditions. Quickly relieves sunburn, windburn, chapping. Softens and freshens dry, sallow skin. Is not greasy; cannot grow hair. Selling everywhere. Bottles, 50c. Cold Cream tubes 25c. Insist on having Hinds Cream. Made by A. S. Hinds, Portland, Me., U.S.A.” This stamp is part of a set of 24 stamps covering a wide range of subjects. All of the stamps were issued to promote “Hinds Honey and Almond Cream.” Scarce and ex+. Winning Bid $40.
