On the left is a tattered matchbox. It’s a vintage find — featuring a bronze tap on the cover, against a black background. A strap of green plastered on top gives it a dull feel. To the right is the ...

Matchbox cars were the gateway drug for countless auto enthusiasts. Most were used, abused, and lost long ago, but some small subset of young owners was more careful, preserving the cars and their ...

Flyingman Safety Matches by the Sincere Match & Tobacco Factory which is still operating. (Malaysia Traveller pic) To those who might not know it, phillumeny is the niche hobby of collecting vintage ...