Kyriazi Freres Cairo Cigarettes Tin, Apis, Circa 1910s-1930s

Ornate tin for Kyriazi Freres, "Egyptian Cigarettes Manufactory," Cairo, established 1873, this example marked for the "Apis" line (named for the sacred bull of ancient Egyptian religion) - Kyriazi Freres is one of the most historically significant and widely collected Egyptian cigarette houses, with Wikipedia documenting the firm's history. Dates to approximately 1910s-1930s. Rich, detailed color with strong gilt borders and only light wear.