The “England’s Glory” brand of matches came about before WW2, they were even around in WW1 (though this pack is WW2 era). They were first made in the 1860’s in Gloucester. Coming in little boxes of around 40 matches, they could be bought in larger packs like this one here.

This example, still has the original paper packaging which has sadly seen better days. The paper packaging itself is VERY thin, hence its condition, it has many small rips and tears. However, it’s done its job over the decades, and kept the matchboxes inside in excellent condition. Each box contains matches with ‘pink heads’, a striker plate on the side and of course, the England’s Glory logo on the front. On the back, is some text (see pictures) and here’s something interesting; these boxes are numbered. In the pictures, we have displayed No. 637 and 636. Each number has different text on it and included in this pack are 12 boxes of matches in total.

The matchboxes themselves appear to be in perfect condition, and full.

PLEASE NOTE: this item will be packaged VERY well, to protect it. Also, it will be shipped to you, wrapped in cling film. The cling film is NOT original, it’s only there to help protect it while it’s being delivered to you.