1884 Diamond Jeweler Trade Circular – Philip Bissinger & Co. – Cleveland Agent

Original 1884 jeweler trade circular announcing the appointment of Sylvester Hogan as sole Cleveland agent for the New York diamond firm Philip Bissinger & Co.

Printed June 1, 1884, this document outlines exclusivity, pricing controls, and exchange guarantees for diamonds and other precious stones — a rare glimpse into late-19th-century luxury retail practices. Issued from the firm’s John Street address in New York, this piece reflects the growing national distribution networks of high-end jewelers during the period.

Single-sheet letterpress on thin stock, approximately 5 x 7 inches. Light age toning and minor handling wear consistent with age; no major tears or losses. An excellent example of authentic 19th-century jewelry and trade ephemera.

Ideal for collectors of antique jewelry history, Cleveland business history, or Victorian-era advertising.