Morphy Auctions Early Spring 2009 Sale

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Morphy Auction Early Spring 2009 Sale 10:00 AM ET Each Day
Thursday, March 5th, 2009 Share This Page


Lots # 1-887
200 General Store Lots
80 Planters Peanuts Lots
250 Soda Advertising Lots
350 Antique Advertising Lots

Morphy Auction Early Spring 2009 Sale 10:00 AM ET Each Day

Friday, March 6th, 2009 Share This Page

Lots # 900 - 1585
250 Toy Lots
80 Marble Lots
40 Fine Jewelry Lots
80 Figural Napkin Rings
40 Sports Related Lots
100 Pieces of Pressed Steel

Morphy Auction Early Spring 2009 Sale 10:00 AM ET Each Day

Saturday, March 7th, 2009 Share This Page

Lots # 1600 - 2389
100 Mechanical & Still Bank Lots
80 Figural Cast Iron Pieces
300 American & European Train Lots
250 Doll Lots
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Tin Menard Electric "Willy Wirehand" Thermometer.201 - Tin Menard Electric "Willy Wirehand" Thermometer.
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Clean and crisp advertising electric products. Condition (9.0, Near Mint). Size 16" x 5".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (75.00 + 15.00BP) = 90.00
 
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Tin RCA Victor Thermometer.202 - Tin RCA Victor Thermometer.
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Depicting TV repairman from the 1950s. Condition (8.5, Excellent). Size 16" x 5 - 3/4".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (75.00 + 15.00BP) = 90.00
 
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Tin Max G. Anstine Funeral Service Thermometer.203 - Tin Max G. Anstine Funeral Service Thermometer.
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Funeral home from York, Pennsylvania. Minor paint touchup. Condition (9.0 - 9.25, Near Mint). Size 24" x 6".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (25.00 + 5.00BP) = 30.00
 
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Tin Rawlings Golf Ball Thermometer.204 - Tin Rawlings Golf Ball Thermometer.
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Marked “The Duffer”. Great graphics with strong color and nice shine. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 39" x 8 - 1/4".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (175.00 + 35.00BP) = 210.00
 
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Diebold Safe Round Pam Thermometer.205 - Diebold Safe Round Pam Thermometer.
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Rare. Unusual face depicting fire on front and an untouched safe in the middle of the fire. Condition (Displays as 9.5, Near Mint). Size 12" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (225.00 + 45.00BP) = 270.00
 
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Ben-Hur Freezers Round Thermometer.206 - Ben-Hur Freezers Round Thermometer.
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Graphics include line drawing of Ben-Hur and chariot logo at top. Condition (Displays as 9.5, Near Mint). Size 12" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (125.00 + 25.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Tin Hubco Protexo Bag Sign.207 - Tin Hubco Protexo Bag Sign.
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Manufactured by the Hutchinson Bag Corporation in Hutchinson, Kansas. Depicts two cute “Sandy” figures for your sand bags. Paint chip around mounting
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
 
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Embossed Tin Furniture Sign.208 - Embossed Tin Furniture Sign.
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Manufactured by The Britton-Hoffman Company in Pottsville. New old stock with deep colored and privilege panel and some paper residue. Condition (8.5
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
 
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Embossed Tin Layne & Bowler Pumps Sign.209 - Embossed Tin Layne & Bowler Pumps Sign.
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Advertises a water pump with great graphics. Bottom has an unused privilege panel with minor scratches and edge touchup. Condition (8.0 - 8.5, Excelle
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (75.00 + 15.00BP) = 90.00
 
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Embossed Victorian Die-Cut Sailor Boy.210 - Embossed Victorian Die-Cut Sailor Boy.
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1890s to 1900. Framed under glass. Advertises G.F. Frost, a dealer of coal, in Waltham, Massachusetts. Bright and clean with only a few very small spo
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor .. for (75.00 + 15.00BP) = 90.00
 
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Paper Handy Package Dyes Sign.211 - Paper Handy Package Dyes Sign.
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Circa 1900. Framed and matted under glass. Great graphics on shiny enameled paper. Strong condition with only minor surface marks. Condition (9.0 - 9.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (100.00 + 20.00BP) = 120.00
 
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Embossed Tin Rock City Calendar Holder.212 - Embossed Tin Rock City Calendar Holder.
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1963. Heavily embossed with neat graphics. A few minor scratches and scuffs with small edge dents and light wear. Condition (8.0+, Excellent). Size 8
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Early Celluloid & Tin Milliken's Talcum Powder Box213 - Early Celluloid & Tin Milliken's Talcum Powder Box
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Circa 1900. Includes hinged lid. Only very minor stains with light soiling and minor wear. Talcum Tins Condition (8.5, Excellent). Size 6 - 1/2"...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 700.00
Sold to floor .. for (200.00 + 40.00BP) = 240.00
 
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Lot of 3: Assorted Calendars.214 - Lot of 3: Assorted Calendars.
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Late 1800s. All are nicely framed under glass. Two are for Clark's Thread and the third for Boston Boot and Shoe Company. All are very nice with...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor .. for (75.00 + 15.00BP) = 90.00
 
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Box of Servus Gold Razorblades.215 - Box of Servus Gold Razorblades.
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1920s. Beautiful box that folds open for self display full of ten unopened packs with great graphics. Advertising Display Condition (9.8, Near Mint).
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
 
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Embossed Tin Campbell's Varnish Sign.216 - Embossed Tin Campbell's Varnish Sign.
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Sign is over cardboard with original string holder. Neat graphics and colors with minor rubs, minor spots, stains, shallow bends, dents and chips. Dis
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Chalkware Fixall Enamel Paint Countertop Display.217 - Chalkware Fixall Enamel Paint Countertop Display.
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1930s to 1940s. Light soiling with some paint overspray and a good bit of wear on the paper label of display can with minor marks, chips and nicks. Ad
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (200.00 + 40.00BP) = 240.00
 
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Tin Over Cardboard Froehlich's Meats Sign.218 - Tin Over Cardboard Froehlich's Meats Sign.
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1930s. A few shallow dents, crimps, minor marks, light scratches, small nicks and chips. Great overall color and presentation. Condition (7.0 - 7.5, V
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 700.00
Sold to floor .. for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Tin McVitie's English Biscuit Sign.219 - Tin McVitie's English Biscuit Sign.
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Framed without glass. Only light wear with a few small scratches, shallow dents and minor marks. Condition (7.5 - 8.0, Excellent). Size 18" x 1...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (100.00 + 20.00BP) = 120.00
 
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Cardboard B.V.D. Sign.220 - Cardboard B.V.D. Sign.
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1926. Only minor marks, rubs, light soiling and wear. Condition (8.0 - 8.3, Excellent). Size 8 - 1/2" x 13".
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 25.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Lot of 2: Cardboard Houstonia Liniment Signs.221 - Lot of 2: Cardboard Houstonia Liniment Signs.
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1920s to 1930s. Both die-cuts display wonderfully with only minor rubs, light soiling and almost no wear. Condition (8.5, Excellent). Size Largest: 13
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor .. for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
 
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Tin Moline Plow Advertising Statue.222 - Tin Moline Plow Advertising Statue.
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Depicts winged man holding ear of corn. Has been repaired and has eight metal splits and partial loss to base. Unusual piece of advertising. Condition
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to floor .. for (600.00 + 120.00BP) = 720.00
 
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Porcelain Valiant Service 2-Sided Sign.223 - Porcelain Valiant Service 2-Sided Sign.
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Circa 1960. Only light wear with one or two tiny nicks, minor marks and a few edge chips. Condition (8.5 - 9.0, Near Mint). Size 40" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (750.00 + 150.00BP) = 900.00
 
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Lot of 2: Cardboard Punch Boards.224 - Lot of 2: Cardboard Punch Boards.
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1940s. Both are unused. One has a few small marks and breaks with a couple top holes, edge and edge tape wear and light soiling. Condition (7.5+, Very
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 25.00 | Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
 
 
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Cardboard Coconut Oil Shampoo Cutout Display.225 - Cardboard Coconut Oil Shampoo Cutout Display.
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1920s to 1930s. Shows eleven starlets of the day including Marion Davies. Medium to heavy soiling, some spots of mildew, edge wear, minor edge bends a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor .. for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
 
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Lot of 4: Assorted Advertising Pieces.226 - Lot of 4: Assorted Advertising Pieces.
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Includes two tin thermometers, RC Cola and Coca-Cola and two tin signs, Canada Dry and Chesterfield. Most with, if any, minor wear. Condition (7.0 - 9
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (175.00 + 35.00BP) = 210.00
 
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Wooden Ace Combs Advertising Display.227 - Wooden Ace Combs Advertising Display.
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Box has three drawers. Condition (Excellent). Size 9 - 1/2" x 9 - 1/2" x 9 - 1/2".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
 
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Antique Metal General Electric Clock.228 - Antique Metal General Electric Clock.
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Made by Telechron of Massachusetts. Circa 1930s. Electric cord is cut with minor paint loss to clock. Condition (Excellent). Size 8" x 5" ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor .. for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Neon Weber Refrigerated Equipment Light-Up Sign.229 - Neon Weber Refrigerated Equipment Light-Up Sign.
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Circa 1940s. General overall wear, some separation to reverse paint, minor soiling and does not light up. Condition (7.0, Very Good). Size 6 - 1/2&q...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Lot of 5: Paper Posters.230 - Lot of 5: Paper Posters.
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1942. All posters are related to Loose Talk in World War II. Some soiling, light edge wear and minor overall wear. Historical Condition (8.0 - 8.5, Ex
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (100.00 + 20.00BP) = 120.00
 
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Lot of 2: Cardboard Hitler Related Posters.232 - Lot of 2: Cardboard Hitler Related Posters.
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1940s. Neat graphics with only light wear, a few tape marks near border and light overall soiling. Historical Condition (7.5, Very Good). Size Largest
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (125.00 + 25.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Paper WWII Loose Talk Poster.233 - Paper WWII Loose Talk Poster.
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1940s. Framed under glass. Some very minor fold marks and light wear. Historical Condition (9.0 - 9.5, Near Mint). Size 19" x 29".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (200.00 + 40.00BP) = 240.00
 
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Paper Democratic Convention Poster.234 - Paper Democratic Convention Poster.
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St. Louis, Missouri. 1888. Includes original frame. A few bends, ripples, minor stains and darkening. Historical Condition (7.0, Very Good). Size 31...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Paper Connecticut Fire Insurance Company Poster.235 - Paper Connecticut Fire Insurance Company Poster.
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1870s to 1880s. Includes original wooden frame. Somewhat darkened with medium soiling, closed tears, light to medium overall wear and a few small punc
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (700.00 + 140.00BP) = 840.00
 
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Early Fabric Print Featuring Indian Princess.236 - Early Fabric Print Featuring Indian Princess.
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Circa 1900. Framed with cracked glass. General overall wear, darkening and soiling. Condition (5.0 - 6.0, Good). Size 17" x 23".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to toastit .. for (75.00 + 15.00BP) = 90.00
 
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Pennsylvania Railroad Calendar.238 - Pennsylvania Railroad Calendar.
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1937. Pad is depleted except for last page. Light to medium overall wear, marks and soiling. Condition (7.0, Very Good). Size 28" x 29".
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Start Price : 25.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Paper Litho Railroad Record Piece.239 - Paper Litho Railroad Record Piece.
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1902. Framed under glass. Almost no wear. Historical Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 21" x 27".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (100.00 + 20.00BP) = 120.00
 
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Framed Cardboard Johnson & Johnson Sign.240 - Framed Cardboard Johnson & Johnson Sign.
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1894. Shows numerous men in the fields harvesting cotton along with some package illustrations. Medium soiling, marks, rubs and stains. Condition (6.5
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (650.00 + 130.00BP) = 780.00
 
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Paper Victory Liberty Loans Poster.241 - Paper Victory Liberty Loans Poster.
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Circa 1912 to 1915. Framed under glass. Only light soiling and wear overall. Condition (8.5 - 9.0, Near Mint). Size 29" x 39".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (125.00 + 25.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Cardboard Columbia Grafinola & Records Display.242 - Cardboard Columbia Grafinola & Records Display.
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1920s. Fantastic color with some minor edge bends, light staining and minor edge wear. Advertising Display Condition (8.0+, Excellent). Size 42"...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 550.00
Sold to floor .. for (600.00 + 120.00BP) = 720.00
 
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Paper Burlington Route Zephyr Railroad Poster.244 - Paper Burlington Route Zephyr Railroad Poster.
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Circa 1940s. One closed tear at top center, minor stains, small marks, light soiling and wear. Historical Condition (7.0 - 7.5, Very Good). Size 27&...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor .. for (100.00 + 20.00BP) = 120.00
 
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Paper Fire & Police Department Record Poster.245 - Paper Fire & Police Department Record Poster.
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1902. Unused item with some edge wear, minor edge tears, light wear and soiling. Great graphics. Historical Condition (8.0, Excellent).
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to firebob656.. for (125.00 + 25.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Cardboard Anti-Run Country Store Die-Cut Display.246 - Cardboard Anti-Run Country Store Die-Cut Display.
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Easel on back still remains with original product packages priced at 10-cents each still attached to cardboard on front. Some wear. Advertising Displa
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (200.00 + 40.00BP) = 240.00
 
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Lot of 2: Tin Signs for Fanta & Borden's Dairy.247 - Lot of 2: Tin Signs for Fanta & Borden's Dairy.
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1950s to 1960s. Fanta sign includes original box. Both are unused with slight ambering to Fanta. Condition (9.0 - 9.8, Near Mint Plus). Size Largest:
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Cardboard Eveready Flashlight Die-Cut Display.248 - Cardboard Eveready Flashlight Die-Cut Display.
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1920s to 1930s. Wonderful color with a few closed tears near shoulder and in lower right corner with one other punch and minor wear. Advertising Displ
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (300.00 + 60.00BP) = 360.00
 
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Cardboard Leo Durocher Poster for Sugar Crisp.249 - Cardboard Leo Durocher Poster for Sugar Crisp.
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1950s. Wonderful and unused condition with only a couple minor edge bends. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 30" x 21".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (150.00 + 30.00BP) = 180.00
 
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Wooden Ever-Ready Safety Razor Pendulum Clock.250 - Wooden Ever-Ready Safety Razor Pendulum Clock.
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Circa 1900. Beautiful clock with strong gold highlights, wonderful wood graining and strong overall condition. Complete with original marked pendulum.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to mlelec2000.. for (2,500.00 + 500.00BP) = 3,000.00
 
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Tin Dutch Boy Paints 2-Sided Die-Cut String Holder251 - Tin Dutch Boy Paints 2-Sided Die-Cut String Holder
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Circa 1915 to 1920. Includes original can with labels on both sides. Item presents very well overall with only light to medium wear, minor spots, a fe
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor .. for (2,500.00 + 500.00BP) = 3,000.00
 
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Red Goose Light-Up Sign.252 - Red Goose Light-Up Sign.
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Metal case with “Red Goose” logo and strong colors. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 26" x 13".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor .. for (225.00 + 45.00BP) = 270.00
 
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Tin Fafard Gardens Thermometer.253 - Tin Fafard Gardens Thermometer.
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Crisp and clean depicting man planting tree advertising garden products. Condition (9.0, Near Mint). Size 15" x 7 - 1/2".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (25.00 + 5.00BP) = 30.00
 
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