Vintage Virginia Hotel Matchbook Lot –Williamsburg Inn, Robert E Lee, Monticello For Sale

Lot of five vintage Virginia hotel matchbooks (4 unstruck and 1 used), dating from the mid‑century travel era (approximately 1940–1960). These hotels represent key regions across the state, including Lynchburg, Lexington, Williamsburg, Winchester, and Charlottesville. Each matchbook reflects the branding and advertising style used by Virginia hotels during the post‑war tourism boom.

Included in the lot:

• The Virginian – Lynchburg, VA - UnstruckBlue crest design from the hotel’s 1940s–50s promotional period. Diamond Match Co. NYC

• Robert E. Lee Hotel – Lexington, VA - used 2 matches remainingRider silhouette on one side and a period photo of the hotel on the reverse, printed with “N. O’Neal, Mgr.”, a design used during the early 1950s management era. Diamond Match Co. NYC

• Williamsburg Inn – Williamsburg, VA - UnstruckColonial Revival illustration typical of the Inn’s 1950s–60s branding. Lion Match Co. NY

• The George Washington Hotel – Winchester, VA - UnstruckPortrait‑style cover from the hotel’s mid‑century advertising. Diamond Match Co.

• Monticello Hotel – Charlottesville, VA - Unstruck“Jeffersonian Hospitality” branding from the 1940s–50s. The Ohio Match Co.

A cohesive regional set ideal for collectors of Virginia history, hotel advertising, Colonial Williamsburg memorabilia, or mid‑century travel ephemera. You will receive the exact matchbooks shown.

Condition notes: see pictures

Overall light age wear consistent with mid‑century hotel ephemera. Colors remain strong across the lot. All staples are tight, covers open and close properly, and no major creasing or moisture damage is present. Typical handling wear on edges and corners. A clean, well‑preserved group.