1850’s A. Jacobs & Sons Advertisement

     Image courtesy of Elizabeth Lees.

     This rare item is an advertisement for Angel Jacobs & Sons of New York City, and made to look like a 100 dollar bill.    Although not specific to Smithfield, Rhode Island, the image has been provided by a local woman, and due to its rarity, it is posted here for the benefit of historic researchers.     

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