Vintage LaLatvian Matchbox – “Arī Tev Jācīnās Par Latviju” – WWII Era Propaganda Design

Vintage Latvian matchbox from the World War II period, featuring a striking propaganda-style illustration and the Latvian national shield.
The front label displays the slogan “Arī Tev Jācīnās Par Latviju”, urging national participation and resistance, making this piece a powerful example of wartime graphic design and historical messaging.

The matchbox retains its original structure, label, and striker surfaces, with visible period wear consistent with age. Matches are present, enhancing its collectible and display value.
A highly desirable item for collectors of WWII memorabilia, Baltic history, propaganda art, and vintage matchbox labels.

World War II era propaganda matchbox produced in the Baltic region during the German occupation period. The matchbox features a period illustration of a Latvian soldier with weaponry, accompanied by a Latvian-language slogan calling for the defense of homeland, people, and family against Bolshevism — a theme characteristic of wartime anti-Soviet propaganda.

The matchbox retains its original printed label, with strong colors and clear details. The construction and materials are typical of WWII-era production. The box is preserved in very good vintage condition, showing only minor age-related wear consistent with its historical age. Matches are partially present, further enhancing its authenticity and display value.

Such propaganda matchboxes are increasingly difficult to find, especially with intact graphics and readable text. This piece represents an important and tangible artifact of World War II Baltic history and is highly desirable among collectors of militaria, propaganda materials, and historical ephemera.

Specifications

• Era: World War II (1939–1945)

• Region: Baltic States / Latvia

• Type: Propaganda matchbox

• Materials: Cardboard, wood

• Dimensions:

  • Length: 50.6 mm

  • Width: 37.7 mm

  • Thickness: 13.5 mm

• Condition: very good vintage condition

• Photos: The images show the exact item you will receive