The Collection of the Late WM Beck

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Welcome to Metz Superlatives Auction #29

This sale continues the chain of 29 we have staged twice yearly since 1991. Sales have totalled over $15 million, and we have successfully represented hundreds and hundreds of past consignors since then.<Br>
This auction is April 22, live in Roanoke, VA , and features many of the best items from the collections of Joseph Durrell, the late William Beck of Memphis, TN , and Franz-Herbert Heydt of western Germany.
<Br>As a service to our consignors, we have elected to offer live online bidding here.<Br>
We have long been trusted for our accurate and honest condition ratings on the items we offer for auction. Enjoy the auction!

Thank you

Gary Metz
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30’s Coca-cola Kay plywood triangle sig21 - 30’s Coca-cola Kay plywood triangle sig
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Very clean example, NOS. nice bright colors, does have a little bit of weakness in the color as well as minor staining in the central white logo area.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,600.00) = 1,600.00
 
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Coca-cola 1950 rare flange sign22 - Coca-cola 1950 rare flange sign
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Features bar and tavern with 2 16" buttons. Some very minor edge rust in a few areas with some spider webbing as well. Both of the buttons are ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,900.00) = 1,900.00
 
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1930’s Coca-cola Brunhoff lighted sign23 - 1930’s Coca-cola Brunhoff lighted sign
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Nice counter top example that appears to be totally original in every respect. The cond of the top glass is impeccable and nearly flawless on the insi
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 8,500.00 - 8,500.01
Sold to floor for (9,500.00) = 9,500.00
 
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Rare 1890’s Wine Coca urn dispenser24 - Rare 1890’s Wine Coca urn dispenser
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This piece stands 16" tall and is believed to be the only one in existence. It may have a definite relationship and tie-in with Pemberton's...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 10,000.00 - 15,000.00
Sold to floor for (5,500.00) = 5,500.00
 
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Coca-cola tin string holder 1940’s25 - Coca-cola tin string holder 1940’s
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This measures 12"x16" and features a reproduction frame. The appearance and cond. is strong overall with only some very minute marks and w...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,300.00) = 2,300.00
 
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1922 Coca-cola 4 seasons display cutout26 - 1922 Coca-cola 4 seasons display cutout
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This large impressive piece is very difficult to find in today's market and is considered rare by all. This one is beautifully framed in a very ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 12,000.00 - 18,000.00
Sold to floor for (9,000.00) = 9,000.00
 
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Coca-cola 1907 trolley sign27 - Coca-cola 1907 trolley sign
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Framed under plexi-glass. Visible image measures 10.25"x20.5". A good bit of overall color touchup restoration inpainting and enhancement....
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to 93104215125 for (750.00 + 150.00BP) = 900.00
 
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1950’s Coca-cola florescent lighted sig28 - 1950’s Coca-cola florescent lighted sig
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When illuminated it creates a motion effect when you move your body or head. Nice overall cond. very strong front glass with reverse paint. Has only a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor for (1,900.00) = 1,900.00
 
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1903 Coca-cola calendar29 - 1903 Coca-cola calendar
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This piece displays well even though it has some damage it is nicely framed and matted under glass and the visible image of the top measures 7.5&quo...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,000.00 - 4,500.00
Sold to floor for (4,500.00) = 4,500.00
 
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1911 Coca-cola Hamilton King calendar30 - 1911 Coca-cola Hamilton King calendar
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Matted and framed under Plexi. The visible image measures 10.25"x17.25". Displays well overall. Call cond. 6.0-6.5 but appearance is bette...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (3,250.00) = 3,250.00
 
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