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Sale 139
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Lot 409 |
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Wide Range of Exposition Memorabilia from 1901 Pan American Exposition, 1967 World Jamboree, 1889 Exposition Universelle, and More. This quaint collection of memorabilia from various expositions includes: A red glass with a clear base and an ashtray from the 1901 Pan American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. 1960's Mayer China N.S. Savannah Demi Cup & Saucer. A coffee mug, milk/cream pitcher, four bandanas, three patches, an ashtray and a pin from the 1967 World Jamboree in Idaho. A patch from the 1969 National Jamboree in Idaho. A pink box of two cotton boll from the Columbia Exposition. A booklet of the exposition grounds and buildings from the 1876 Centennial International Exhibition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. A hat shaped ashtray from the 1909 Alaska-Yukon Exposition in Seattle, Oregon. A booklet for the 1889 Exposition Universelle in Paris, France and a souvenir for the ascension of the Eiffel Tower. A booklet of postcards from Monte-Carlo in Monaco in 1919. Estimated Value $100 - 300
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Lot 410 |
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Outstanding Collection of Tin, Paper and Wood Commercial Containers from the 1920s-1930. 25 Pieces Total. Amazing collection taking decades to assemble (and many miles hitting antique stores) a diverse medley of tin, paper and wood containers from 80 to 100 years ago. Everything from peanuts, to cinnamon, to chocolate, to bouillon, to powdered milk, to animal crackers, to tea, to candy and even fruit cake with several of the containers still having product. A fantastic collection that makes for a phenomenal display in any setting. Estimated Value $250 - 500
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Lot 411 |
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Rare Ronson Cletrac Model H. Tractor Lighter ca. 1917-1919, a Champion Cast Iron Stove and Girls Early Battery Operated Washing Machine. 1.) Rare Cleveland Tractor model/toy/lighter/sales gift. This lighter is marked on the base; Ronson AMW Newark NJ. Ronson lighter company started the Art Metal Works in 1897. The Cletrac Model H tractor was manufactured by the Oliver / Cleveland Tractor Co. from 1917 to 1919. Example No longer works as a lighter as it is missing the touch-tip lighter atop the engine. The tractor measures 5 3/4" long, 3 3/4" tall and 3 3/4" wide and a hefty 2.5 pounds. Miniature is made of patinated pot metal giving it a fine chocolate brown patina. Previous owner has made the steering wheel removable for safe shipping and can be glued permanently if desired. Know this lighter/miniature has commanded hundreds of dollars in auctions past.
2.) Champion cast iron toy stove, ca. 1900s. 11.5 x 13 x 6.5" and weighs just at 2.75 pounds. 4 burners (one plate cover missing) but griddle cover, both racks and both oven doors are present. Overall excellent condition and having a fine age patina. Great collector's piece.
3.) From the Rowley (Tool & Engineering Company) Green Lake, Wisconsin "The Princess" washing machine that used an enormous battery by all appearance. Still has agitator and ringer and definitely a fun vintage piece. 13 x 6 x 6". Estimated Value $200 - 1,000
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Lot 412 |
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Two Antique Stone Litho Advertising Posters from the Early 1910s for Baby Powder. Gorgeous Colors That Pair Nicely. Perfect for the New Nursery. Charming, colorful, antique advertising posters (2) for a baby/talcum powder. Posters have enjoyed archival preservation by having be de-acidified and mounted on linen with no touch ups to speak of. Both posters were clearly in excellent condition prior to linen backing and again, the colors as fresh and vibrant as when new. Note: We could not find anything on line similar to these posters or much regarding the product itself. We would have to assume these are extremely scarce. 26 x 19" including .75 inch border of linen surrounding the poster. Estimated Value $200 - 900
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