Borzoi Russian Wolfhound dog original 1952 German card. This very pretty single original card,(on thin paper),was issued in Germany by the Austria Tobacco Co. in 1952 and is from a set of 150 cards entitled "Kamerad Hund" "(Our Friend the Dog)". A special album was available at the time for these cards to be stuck into for display and unusually for these this card has not been stuck into an album at all. The front of the card shows an artist drawn picture and the back has a brief description of the breed in German. It measures 4.5 inches by 3.5 inches approx and is in very good condition. FREE Shipping and Insurance on all orders of $10.00 and above.  

Borzoi original single playing card. This very pretty single playing card was recently issued in China. This single playing card measures 4.75 inches by 3.5 inches approx. It is in very good condition although it does have some small areas of surface disturbance which can mainly be seen when the card is held at angle to the light.....please see the scan. The image and the text is a little clearer than the scan shows it to be.  

Borzoi UK single 1997 playing card. This single playing card was issued in England in 1997 by Heritage Toy Ltd and was part of their playing card set entitled "The Famous Dogs of the World".It was illustrated by John Denaro.It measures 3.5 inches by 2.25 inches approx.It is in very good condition.The text and the image are a little clearer than the scan shows them to be.  

Borzoi dog v.nice original 1961 UK trade card. This very nice single card was issued in England in 1961 by Hornimans Tea and is part of their 48 card series entitled "Dogs".It has printed text on the reverse relating to the breed.It measures 2.75 inches by 1.5 inches approx and is in very good condition.The printed text on the reverse of this card reads as follows....."This dog, which was originally known as the Russian Wolfhound, has been used in Russia since the early 17th century to course wolves.Originally introduced to that country in short-coated form from Arabia and and later found necessary to cross with Collie type to provide weather-proof jacket.Chief requirements may be summed up in four words: size, speed, strength and symmetry. Stands 30 inches high, with muscular quarters, very deep body, graceful outline and long silky coat." Please note our policy of FREE Shipping and Insurance worldwide on all orders of $10.00 and above.  

Borzoi dog original Arthur Wardle card. This very pretty single card was made ready by John Players to be issued but the onset of the 2nd World War meant it was not.The images are taken from originals by Arthur Wardle.It has a fair amount of printed text on the reverse relating to the breed.It is a card from the 25 card series entitled "Dogs".It measures 2.5 inches by 3.25 inches approx and is in very good condition.The image and the text are a little clearer than the scan shows them to be.The printed text on the reverse of this card reads as follows....."This breed has not been seriously used in England as a sporting dog, but in Russia, before the overthrow of the aristocracy, it was the most highly-prized of all breeds by reason of the sport it provided as a courser of wolves. The Czars and many Russian nobles maintained large kennels and organized hunts on a big scale. The most famous of these kennels was that owned by the Grand Duke Nicholas, at Perchina, near Moscow, and the best of the early importations into this country belonged to this strain. The present Duchess of Newcastle was the first to import Borzois in any numbers and may be said to have founded the breed in England. Queen Alexandra furthered the breed's popularity here by exhibiting a Borzoi (given to her by the Czar), which became an English Champion".Please note our policy of FREE Shipping and Insurance worldwide on all orders of $10.00 and above.  

Borzoi dog original unusual 1936 UK card. This very pretty unusual single original card was issued in 1936 in the UK by Hignetts and comes from a set entitled "Dogs".This single card has printed text on the reverse relating to the breed pictured.It measures 2.75 inches by 1.5 inches approx and is in very good condition,(it is difficult to find in this condition).The image and text are a little clearer than the scan shows them to be.The printed text on the reverse of this card reads as follows....."One of the most aristocratic of all the hounds, the Borzoi was introduced to this country during the last century. In Russia, its native country, the breed was used as a courser of wolves, and the kennels of the Czar housed a very fine strain. Some of these kennels were imported into England, where the breed has enjoyed some degree of popularity, especially among the aristocracy. Among the first owners of Borzois in England were Her late Majesty Queen Alexandra, and the Duchess of Newcastle, who nowadays is a leading Fox Terrier authority." Please note our policy of FREE Shipping and Insurance worldwide on all orders of $10.00 and above.  

Borzoi dog rare Cecil Aldin 1912 UK card. This is a very rare original single card from the 1912 set of 50 cards issued by Cope Brothers and Co. and illustrated by the famous artist Cecil Aldin.The image and the text are a little clearer than the scan shows them to be.The set is entitled "Dogs of the World".This card is in very good condition which is most unusual for these although it has at some point been mounted in an album and the residual pressure marks from the mounts can be made out and it has some light foxing on the reverse.It measures 2.75 inches by 1.5 inches and has printed details relating to the breed and some brief details as to the artist Cecil Aldin on the reverse where he is decribed as the "most celebrated modern painter of horses and dogs".Some brief biographical details as to Cecil Aldin are as follows,(not printed on the back of the cards)....he was born in 1870 and died in 1935,a fairly prolific painter especially of dogs.The Irish Wolfhound image in this series is supposedly of his own dog "Mickie".A good few of the breeds illustrated were not common at all in Great Britain at that time,(the paintings would probably have been done around the 1910/1911 period).The printed text on the reverse of this card reads as follows....."The Borzois or Russian Wolfhound is a very popular breed owing to its imposing appearance, elegance and air of refinement. It is of the Greyhound family, and probably originated in Persia. In Russia, its original use was in attacking wolves and foxes. It has now been introduced into most European countries where it is chiefly employed simply as a companion. Its colour is usually white, more or less marked with lemon." Please note our policy of FREE Shipping and Insurance worldwide on all orders of $10.00 and above.  

Borzoi dog single playing card. This very pretty single playing card was issued in China in the last few years.It measures 3.5 inches by just under 2.5 inches.The scan and text is a little clearer than the scan shows them to be.It is in very good condition....it has only been taken from its new packaging to scan but in the interests of our policy of describing any faults we need to mention that there is some surface scuffing/marks on the front......please see the scan.  

Borzoi original 1939 photographic UK card. This very pretty single original photographic card was issued in 1939 in the UK for Senior Service cigarettes by the firm Pattreiouex Ltd.It is from a 48 card series entitled "Dogs".It has printed text on the reverse giving brief details re the breed and some more general hints re rearing etc of dogs.It measures 3 inches by 2 inches approx.It is in very good condition but as is normal for these there is a degree of disturbance,(light lines etc) on the surface of the photographic gloss which can be seen when the card is held at an angle to the light.....this card has some printing offset on the reverse.The image and the text are a little clearer than the scan shows them to be.  

Borzoi v.pretty original European sticker. This very pretty thin paper single original card/sticker was issued by Service Line in Italy in the early 1990's as part of their set of cards entitled "Dogs and Cats".It has a peel off paper back which leaves adhesive on the card for it to be stuck into an album which was available at the time.This card/sticker has never been in an album and the backing paper is still attached.It measures 2.75 inches by 2 inches approx and is in very good condition.The image is a little clearer than the scan shows it to be.  

Borzoi v.pretty European cigar band. This modern Borzoi cigar band was issued by Senator in Europe in the last few years.Cigar bands are a large collecting field with many manufacturers producing sets of various topics.....we have a fair selection of cigar bands featuring dogs which we hope to list over the coming weeks/months.This cigar band has printed text on the reverse stating the breed and which series it comes from.It measures 2.5 inches by 1 inch approx.It is in very good condition.  

Borzoi unusual 1950's French card. This is an unusual,seldom seen,thin paper card issued in the 1950's by Honig Foods in France.It depicts a Borzoi.It has printed text on the reverse in French listing the types of products made by Honig's and also the name of the breed and a number.It measures 3 inches by 2.25 inches approx.It is in very good condition but as is normal for these,(because of the thin paper) there is some creasing/bending on the card which can mainly be seen when the card is held at an angle to the light.The image is a little clearer than the scans shows it to be.  

Borzoi unusual unissued UK 1950's card. This very pretty single card depicting a Borzoi was produced but not put into packets of cigarettes around the 1955 period due to the imposition of a tax on packets containing cards.The paper the card was produced on has an onion skin type finish.This card is taken from a series of 50 card entitled "Dog's Heads" by John Player and Sons of the United Kingdom.The illustrations are from drawings by Peter Biegel.There is printed text on the reverse relating to the breed.The card measures 2.75 inches by 1.5 inches approx.The image and the text are a little clearer than the scan shows them to be.It is in very good condition. The printed text on the reverse of this card reads as follows....."The Borzoi, introduced into this country in 1875, was first shown at Crufts in 1892, where its aristocratic bearing and splendid appearance created a big impression. It is sometimes called the Russian Wolfhound, and it was as a wolf hunter that it found popularity in the Imperial Court of Russia. Today it is an established favourite on the show bench, for it is regarded by many as the most beautiful of all dogs. Like the Afghan Hound and the Saluki, the Borzoi belongs to the Greyhound group of dogs. Its ground colour is white, and markings may be biscuit, fawn, tan or black." Please note our policy of FREE Shipping and Insurance worldwide on all orders of $10.00 and above.  

Borzoi v.nice single 1988 UK trade card. This very pretty original single trade card was issued in the United Kingdom in 1988 as part of a set of cards entitled "Dogs" "1st series".Printed text on the reverse relates to the issuer which was "Cofton Collections".It measures 2.75 inches by 1.5 inches approx.It is in very good condition and the actual image on the card is a little clearer than the scan shows it to be.  

Borzoi rare 1953 UK pretty card. This is a very rare single card which was issued in the UK by Frederick Warne & Co. in 1953.This card is from a set of 32 cards entitled "Warne's OBSERVER'S PICTURE CARDS" "IV DOGS".The image is taken from a painting by B.Butler. The back of the card has a fair amount of printed details relating to the breed.It measures 4.5 inches by 2.5 inches approx.It is in very good condition although there is some faint sunlight fading/yellowing to the right edge which does not in any way interfere with either the image or text and there is some light printing offset/residue in the bottom margin.....please see the scan.The image is a little clearer than the scan shows it to be.....the cross hatching behind the dog is a product of the scanner and is not on the card.The printed text on the reverse of this card reads as follows....."A great favourite with the Tzarist court, the Borzoi is the most elgant of dogs and one of the finest creations of old Russia. It was bred for wolf hunting on a large scale, but as it was mainly owned by the nobility its kennels were destroyed after the Revolution. To-day it is bred principally in Britain and the United States of America. Height not less than 29 inches. Weight 75-80 lb. Colour white, or white with red, orange,fawn, biscuit or blue markings. Coat long and silky." Please note our policy of FREE Shipping and Insurance worldwide on all orders of $10.00 and above.  

Borzoi v.pretty original 1936 UK card. This very pretty original single UK card was issued in 1936 by Gallaher Ltd.It has printed text on the reverse relating to the breed.It measures 2.5 inches by 1.5 inches.It is in very good condition.....the actual image is clearer than the scan shows it to be.The printed text on the reverse of this card reads as follows....."The Borzoi, one of the most beautiful of all breeds, is probably related to the Greyhound (see No. 37 of this series), though far more striking in appearance. In the days before the War it was noted for its skill in wolf hunting, packs of these dogs being kept for this purpose by the Russian Imperial Court. The famous "Bransgore" strain now bred in England actually comes from the original Russian stock. The breed has been favoured by the English Royal Family, both Queen Victoria and Queen Alexandra having kept Borzois." Please note our policy of FREE Shipping and Insurance worldwide on all orders of $10.00 and above.
 

Borzoi v.pretty Swedish postcard. This very pretty original postcard has not been postally used and was issued in Sweden recently.It measures 5.75 inches by 4 inches approx.It is in very good condition........please see the scan.The image is a little clearer than the scan shows it to be.  

Borzoi v.nice original 1938 UK uncommon card. This is a very nice original uncommon card and it was issued in 1938 in the UK for Ardath Tobacco Co. Ltd.It measures 3.75 inches by 2.75 inches approx.It is from a set of 25 cards entitled "Dog Studies"...."A Series of 25 Reproduced from Photo Etchings". The card was given as a free premium in a packet of 25 State Express or Ardath Cigarettes. The back of the card has printed details of the breed pictured.This card is in very good condition.... the actual image on the card is a little clearer than the scan shows it to be.The printed text on the reverse of this card reads as follows....."Originating from Russia where it has for centuries been used for wolf coursing and other sporting activities the Borzoi was first introduced to England about 1860. It was not long before many notable people interested themselves in the breed, amongst them being Her late Majesty Queen Alexandra. Of deceptively slender appearance, tall and graceful, the Borzoi is powerful and extremely fleet of foot. His long well-feathered tail gives him perfect balance when in action. In disposition the Borzoi is retiring, reserving his affections for his owners for whom he develops a great attachment. A notable feature of the breed is their long and silky coat which is usually white with small patches of fawn, blue, brindle and grey." Please note our policy of FREE Shipping and Insurance worldwide on all orders of $10.00 and above.  

Borzoi v.nice original 1972 Australian card. This very nice original card of a Borzoi was issued in Australia in 1972 by Golden Fleece as part of a 36 card set. The Borzoi pictured is named as Aust.Ch.Imperialist of Woodcourt. The front of the card shows a photographic picture of the dog and the back has a brief printed description of the breed. The card measures 2.25 inches by 3.5 inches. It is in very good condition and the image is a little clearer than the scan shows it to be.
 

Borzoi v.pretty original 1980's Dutch card. This unusual and very nice card, showing a Borzoi, comes from a card game issued in Holland in the 1980's. The card measures 4 inches by 2.75 inches approx. The printed text is perfectly readable on the actual card itself.The card is in very good condition. The image etc is clearer than the scan shows it to be......please use the "click to zoom" facility to see the card clearer than the large image.Please note the FREE Shipping and Insurance on all orders of $10.00 and above.  

Borzoi Lucy Dawson reproduction 1990 card. This very pretty single card depicting a Borzoi called "Ruff" is a reproduction of the original late 1930's card issued by W.D.& H.O.Wills from their 40 card series entitled "Puppies"......the set never made it in to general circulation because of the onset of the 2nd World War and paper rationing .The images were drawn by Lucy Dawson,(also known as "Mac"),who was a very much admired dog artist in her day and who is still well known today. The reproduction set from which this card is taken was issued in 1990 by Imperial Publishing Ltd in England. It has printed comments on the reverse by Lucy Dawson relating to the dog/s pictured........please click on the smaller image to the left which will bring up a scan of the rear,(the printing and image are clearer on the card than the scans shows them to be). The card is in very good condition although it does have some light surface speckling.......please see the scan.It measures 3.25 inches by 2.5 inches approx.Please note our policy of FREE Shipping and Insurance on all orders of $10.00 and above.
 

Borzoi reproduction of a 1914 card in 1987. This very nice single card depicting a Borzoi is a reproduction of the original 1914 card issued by W.D.&H.O.Wills from their 25 card set entitled "Dogs.The reproduction set from which this card is taken was issued in 1987 by the Imperial Tobacco Ltd in England.It has printed comments on the reverse relating to the Borzoi breed........please click on the smaller image to the left which will bring up a scan of the rear,(the printing and image are clearer on the card than the scans shows them to be).The card is in very good condition.It measures 3.25 inches by 2.5 inches approx.Please note our policy of FREE Shipping and Insurance on all orders of $10.00 and above.