This catalogue aims to provide a comprehensive listing and identification guide for British cigarette cards issued between 1888 and 1983. It serves as a reference for collectors and historians interested in the evolution and thematic content of these small, collectible pieces of cardboard often found inserted into cigarette packs.

This catalogue is a specialized reference work for philatelists and collectors of ephemera. Its value lies in its detailed compilation of information, serving as a definitive checklist for identifying and cataloging British cigarette cards within the specified date range. The work is likely to be regarded as an essential tool for serious collectors seeking to organize and understand their collections.