Paper Money, Scripophily and Banking Histrory

Philippines, Compania General de Tabacos de Filipinas 1882 Share Tobacco Manila Philippines

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Description

Highly decorative share certificate for the Compañía General de Tabacos de Filipinas, featuring allegorical female figures, tropical landscapes, tobacco plants, and ornate architectural motifs in rich sepia tones. Issued in Barcelona, with bilingual text (Spanish/French), multiple revenue stamps, overprints, and handwritten signatures.

Founded in 1881, the company was central to Spain’s colonial tobacco trade with the Philippines, controlling plantations, factories, and export channels. The imagery reflects the romanticized vision of Spain’s overseas empire.


Condition report:

Very Good