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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Wooden Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut Lighter.354 - Wooden Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut Lighter.
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1930s. Peanut shaped lighter comes apart and appears to not have been used. No cracks. Includes original shipping box from the Planters Company. Condi
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (175.00) = 175.00
 
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Plastic Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut Night-Light.355 - Plastic Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut Night-Light.
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1950s. The base color is light green with an off white back light. Base of back light has several marks. Condition (Excellent). Size 9 - 1/2" x...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor .. for (175.00 + 35.00BP) = 210.00
 
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Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut 10lb. Pennant Brand Tin356 - Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut 10lb. Pennant Brand Tin
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Tin originally held ten pounds of Pennant Brand peanuts. Tin is black and blue with strong color, graphics and minor rust. Gold lid is extremely shiny
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor .. for (50.00 + 10.00BP) = 60.00
 
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Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut "Jumbo" Tin.357 - Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut "Jumbo" Tin.
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Tin originally held ten pounds of Pennant Brand peanuts along with five free Jumbo Block candy bars. Tin is black and blue with strong color, graphics
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor .. for (75.00 + 15.00BP) = 90.00
 
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Glass Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut Brandy Sifter.358 - Glass Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut Brandy Sifter.
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1950s to 1960s. Very unusual display piece advertising numerous food products. Advertising is done in a gold and white overlay on the brandy sifter. A
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor .. for (225.00 + 45.00BP) = 270.00
 
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Glass Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut Peanut Butter Jar359 - Glass Planters Peanut Mr. Peanut Peanut Butter Jar
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1930s. Product jar has a white metal unmarked screw on lid with a yellow paper label that covers front of jar. This is a very unusual product jar. Con
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor .. for (175.00 + 35.00BP) = 210.00
 
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Briggs & Stratton Scale Thermometer.360 - Briggs & Stratton Scale Thermometer.
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Rare. Advertises four-cycle engine. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 13 - 1/2" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 900.00
Sold to floor .. for (850.00 + 170.00BP) = 1,020.00
 
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Garry's Car Waxes Scale Thermometer.361 - Garry's Car Waxes Scale Thermometer.
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Rare. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 13 - 1/2" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 900.00
Sold to floor .. for (650.00 + 130.00BP) = 780.00
 
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Pilkington Glass Scale Thermometer.362 - Pilkington Glass Scale Thermometer.
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Rare. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 13 - 1/2" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 900.00
Sold to floor .. for (600.00 + 120.00BP) = 720.00
 
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Tin Taylor Diesel Thermometer.363 - Tin Taylor Diesel Thermometer.
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Made in Memphis, Tennessee. Crisp and clean graphics of diesel engine. New old stock. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 16" x 5 - 3/4".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (25.00 + 5.00BP) = 30.00
 
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Tin Esso Service Station Attendant Sign.364 - Tin Esso Service Station Attendant Sign.
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1970s. Never used with strong color. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 58" x 43".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to horrorfan .. for (400.00 + 80.00BP) = 480.00
 
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Edison Mazda Automobile Lamp Store Display.365 - Edison Mazda Automobile Lamp Store Display.
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Very nice item made of tin with a wooden base. Hinged door opens up to reveal automobile light bulb display. Platform with holes for light bulbs to si
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (500.00 + 100.00BP) = 600.00
 
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Pirelli Radial Tires Clock Light.366 - Pirelli Radial Tires Clock Light.
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Electrified. Plastic cover on metal and plastic backing. Condition (Excellent). Size 25" x 12".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (500.00 + 100.00BP) = 600.00
 
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Porcelain Chrysler-Plymouth Approved Service Sign.367 - Porcelain Chrysler-Plymouth Approved Service Sign.
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1930s to 1940s. Some small to medium chips, mostly around the mounting holes, acid rain stains on both sides and medium soiling. Condition (7.0, Very
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 700.00
Sold to floor .. for (800.00 + 160.00BP) = 960.00
 
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Porcelain Valiant Authorized Service 2-Sided Sign.368 - Porcelain Valiant Authorized Service 2-Sided Sign.
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Circa 1960. One or two very small and shallow edge bends, a few tiny edge and surface nicks, acid rain stains and medium soiling. Condition (7.0 - 7.5
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (450.00 + 90.00BP) = 540.00
 
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Early Paul Jones Whiskey Back-Bar Bottle.369 - Early Paul Jones Whiskey Back-Bar Bottle.
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Includes enamel label and original stopper. Nice pinch to bottle with only light to minor wear. Condition (8.5 - 9.0, Near Mint). Size 7" T.
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Large Scotch Irish Whiskey Reverse-On-Glass Sign.370 - Large Scotch Irish Whiskey Reverse-On-Glass Sign.
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Scattered paint lifting. Framed. Condition (Very Good). Size 36" x 73".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (350.00 + 70.00BP) = 420.00
 
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Tin Litho Old Overholt Whiskey Sign.371 - Tin Litho Old Overholt Whiskey Sign.
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Circa 1905. Includes original marked frame. A few very minor small surface spots of pitting, shallow dents, light surface rust, a few chips on frame a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor .. for (800.00 + 160.00BP) = 960.00
 
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Celluloid J.H. Cutter Whiskey Sign.372 - Celluloid J.H. Cutter Whiskey Sign.
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1920s to 1930s. Celluloid over tin over cardboard with a chain hanger. Nice small sign with good graphics and only light surface wear and minor marks.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 450.00
Sold to floor .. for (250.00 + 50.00BP) = 300.00
 
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Cooks Beer Distributor Calendar.373 - Cooks Beer Distributor Calendar.
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1940. Framed under glass. A few minor surface marks and small spots, light wear. Condition (8.8 - 8.9, Excellent). Size Visible Image: 14 - 1/2"...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (100.00 + 20.00BP) = 120.00
 
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Paper A. Fisher Brewing Co. Sign.374 - Paper A. Fisher Brewing Co. Sign.
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Dated 1898. Published by Wolf & Co. of Philadelphia. Advertising for a Salt Lake City, Utah company. Stain at right border. 20" x 25" ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (400.00 + 80.00BP) = 480.00
 
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Textured Oilette Piel Brothers Brewery Sign.375 - Textured Oilette Piel Brothers Brewery Sign.
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Circa 1915. Depicts Indians and riders in early touring car. Some medium scuffs, light soiling, minor wear and small marks. Condition (7.0, Very Good)
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 450.00
Sold to floor .. for (800.00 + 160.00BP) = 960.00
 
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Westchester County Brewing Company Myercord Sign.376 - Westchester County Brewing Company Myercord Sign.
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Circa 1900 to 1910. Laminated wood sign with great color and graphics. Five or six small nail holes near color border, otherwise, a few outer edge nai
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor .. for (500.00 + 100.00BP) = 600.00
 
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Electric Reading Beer Pam Light-Up Clock.377 - Electric Reading Beer Pam Light-Up Clock.
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1950s. Only moderate wear with slight soiling and minor marks. Condition (8.0 - 8.5, Excellent). Size 15" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (250.00 + 50.00BP) = 300.00
 
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Lot of 2: Cardboard Advertising Items.378 - Lot of 2: Cardboard Advertising Items.
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Includes one 1948 7-Up die-cut easel-back sign and one 1920s Cherry Smash bottle topper. Both have a few minor sports, one or two closed tears, light
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (25.00 + 5.00BP) = 30.00
 
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Aluminum NuGrape Soda Sign.379 - Aluminum NuGrape Soda Sign.
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1940s. Beautiful condition with no wear. Condition (9.8, Near Mint). Size 8" x 22".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (300.00 + 60.00BP) = 360.00
 
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Tin NuGrape Soda Thermometer.380 - Tin NuGrape Soda Thermometer.
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Strong purple color on crisp white background. New old stock. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 13 - 5" x 5 - 3/4".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (175.00 + 35.00BP) = 210.00
 
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Golden State Orange Light-Up Sign.381 - Golden State Orange Light-Up Sign.
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Rare. Metal can with convex plastic face. Marked “Neon Products”. Condition (9.0 - 9.5, Near Mint). Size 16" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,700.00 - 1,900.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,800.00 + 360.00BP) = 2,160.00
 
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Embossed Tin Mil-Kay Vitamin Drink Sign.382 - Embossed Tin Mil-Kay Vitamin Drink Sign.
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1941. Made by the Stout Sign Company. Extremely rare sign to be found in tin. Early and strong color with minor touchup and scratches in field. Condit
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,100.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,200.00 + 240.00BP) = 1,440.00
 
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Cardboard Dr. Pepper Die-Cut Sign.383 - Cardboard Dr. Pepper Die-Cut Sign.
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1940s. Featuring girl with bottle. Designed to sit on a counter with her arm and skirt hanging over the edge. Great artwork. A few minor bends, some s
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor .. for (500.00 + 100.00BP) = 600.00
 
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Lot of 2: Dr. Pepper Pam Dial Thermometers.384 - Lot of 2: Dr. Pepper Pam Dial Thermometers.
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1960s. Both are nice, strong examples with only light soiling. Condition (8.8 - 9.3, Near Mint). Size Both: 12" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (450.00 + 90.00BP) = 540.00
 
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Dr. Pepper Calendar.385 - Dr. Pepper Calendar.
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1943. Framed under glass. Artwork by Earl Moran. Mild creases and stronger fold marks with light to medium soiling. Condition (7.5, Very Good). Size V
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor .. for (200.00 + 40.00BP) = 240.00
 
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Cardboard Dr. Pepper Poster.386 - Cardboard Dr. Pepper Poster.
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1940s. Great color, graphics and condition. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 25" x 15".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (650.00 + 130.00BP) = 780.00
 
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Dr. Pepper 4-Page 1956 Calendar.387 - Dr. Pepper 4-Page 1956 Calendar.
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Rarely found calendar. Very minor edge stains, light soiling and very faint bends. Includes four great images with very little overall wear. Condition
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (450.00 + 90.00BP) = 540.00
 
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Lot of 2: Dr. Pepper Pieces.388 - Lot of 2: Dr. Pepper Pieces.
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Includes a 1940 calendar and 1940s cardboard poster. Calendar has some tears with touchup and poster is generally rough with tears, stains and wear. C
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (225.00 + 45.00BP) = 270.00
 
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Tin Dr. Pepper Thermometer.389 - Tin Dr. Pepper Thermometer.
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Clean and crisp. Condition (9.0, Near Mint). Size 26 - 1/2" x 7 - 1/2".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (125.00 + 25.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Cardboard Dr. Pepper 2-Sided Fan Pull.390 - Cardboard Dr. Pepper 2-Sided Fan Pull.
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1940s. Each side features Madeline Mason. Very clean with only very minor marks or wear of any sort. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 5" x 6 - ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (125.00 + 25.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Lot of 2: Tin Dr. Pepper Thermometers.391 - Lot of 2: Tin Dr. Pepper Thermometers.
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1950s. A few very minor scratches, a few rubs and marks with only light overall wear. Condition (8.0 - 8.5, Excellent). Size Largest: 6 - 1/2" ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 225.00
Sold to floor .. for (250.00 + 50.00BP) = 300.00
 
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Aluminum Dr. Pepper Door Pull Handle.392 - Aluminum Dr. Pepper Door Pull Handle.
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1940s. A few shallow dents, minor marks and light wear. Condition (7.5, Very Good). Size 3 - 1/2" x 10".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor .. for (225.00 + 45.00BP) = 270.00
 
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Wooden Sambo Dairy Drink Thermometer.393 - Wooden Sambo Dairy Drink Thermometer.
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1920s. Made by Senn Products Corporation in Brooklyn, New York. Extremely rare. Condition (9.0, Near Mint). Size 12" x 5".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 900.00
Sold to floor .. for (650.00 + 130.00BP) = 780.00
 
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Embossed Tin Gold-en Cola Sign.394 - Embossed Tin Gold-en Cola Sign.
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1940s to 1950s. Great color and condition with only miniscule marks, a few outer edge scratches and mild chipping. Condition (8.4 - 8.8+, Excellent).
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (275.00 + 55.00BP) = 330.00
 
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Tin Sun-Drop Thermometer.395 - Tin Sun-Drop Thermometer.
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1960s. High shine, strong colors and outstanding graphics. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 27" x 7 - 1/2".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor .. for (275.00 + 55.00BP) = 330.00
 
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Embossed Tin Sun-Drop Sign.396 - Embossed Tin Sun-Drop Sign.
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1963. Strong colors depicting one Cola bottle and one Lemon-Lime bottle. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 12" x 28".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (125.00 + 25.00BP) = 150.00
 
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Embossed Tin Sun Spot Thermometer.397 - Embossed Tin Sun Spot Thermometer.
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1930s. Extremely hard-to-find. Strong colors with minor touchup at corner. Condition (9.0, Near Mint). Size 17 - 1/4" x 5 - 1/4".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
Sold to floor .. for (550.00 + 110.00BP) = 660.00
 
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Tin Buffalo Rock Thermometer.398 - Tin Buffalo Rock Thermometer.
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Early thermometer with minor scratches and an old touchup in field. Condition (8.0, Excellent). Size 25 - 1/2" x 10".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor .. for (400.00 + 80.00BP) = 480.00
 
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Fruit Bowl Soda Round Pam Thermometer.399 - Fruit Bowl Soda Round Pam Thermometer.
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1959. Strong green background with simple style. Condition (Displays as 9.5, Near Mint). Size 12" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (350.00 + 70.00BP) = 420.00
 
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Embossed Tin Fruit Bowl Vertical Sign.400 - Embossed Tin Fruit Bowl Vertical Sign.
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Marked “Nectar For A Nickel” with scalloping. Unusual washboard background with corrugated detail. Minor paint loss at top edge and little surface rus
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor .. for (25.00 + 5.00BP) = 30.00
 
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Embossed Tin Fruit Bowl Sign.401 - Embossed Tin Fruit Bowl Sign.
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Marked “Nectar For A Nickel” with the great award winning bottle in high color. Very minor edge scratches. Condition (8.0 - 8.5, Excellent). Size 22...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (75.00 + 15.00BP) = 90.00
 
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Pep-Up Drink "Big Boy Beverage" Round Thermometer.402 - Pep-Up Drink "Big Boy Beverage" Round Thermometer.
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Clean and crisp piece but missing back tab and a drilled hole for hanging. Condition (Displays as 9.5, Near Mint). Size 12" Dia.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor .. for (275.00 + 55.00BP) = 330.00
 
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Tin Bire-ley's Door Push.403 - Tin Bire-ley's Door Push.
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Never used with strong color and great image. Condition (9.5, Near Mint). Size 2 - 1/2" x 33".
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 125.00 - 225.00
Sold to floor .. for (125.00 + 25.00BP) = 150.00
 
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