1895 Ad Higher Plane of Civilization Pears Soap Bars - ORIGINAL ADVERTISING MUN1

This is an original 1895 black and white print ad for Pears soap by A. & F. Pears Ltd. The soap was first produced in 1789 by Andrew Pears in London, England near Oxford Street. Unilever records say that Pears Soap was the world's first registered brand and is the world's oldest continuously existing brand. CONDITIONThis 116+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. Some moderate surface rub. No tears. Light water stain - top left corner. Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine Dimensions: Approximately 5.75 x 8 inches; 15 x 20 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation) Pears Soap. Pears soap was created by Andrew Pears of Mevagissey, Cornwall. Andrew moved to London to become a barber and after completing barber school he opened