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Coming Soon: We have found an antique photo processor. Pictures and details should be available soon.
Adolph Hitler Death Parade Invitation
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Typically we don't publish items that we haven't gained authenticity for but all factors at this point are pointing towards "YES". We are waiting on our History Museum Curator to return from vacation before we can actually say that is authentic.
What we have here is an invitation letter or flyer that we believe was issued immediately after learning of Hitlers death. The flyer was likely printed in an attempt to maintain some unity between the higher ranks and the supporters of the Third Reich.
The invite is in French and details a parade celebration that was to be held (never happened) in Paris and was to end near the Arch de Triumph. We are not offering this item for sale yet, but we will likely offer it once we know its approximate value.
In addition to the front there is some handwriting on the reverse, mostly numerical. The writing is in a European style that is consistent for the period of time.
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What we have here is an invitation letter or flyer that we believe was issued immediately after learning of Hitlers death. The flyer was likely printed in an attempt to maintain some unity between the higher ranks and the supporters of the Third Reich.
The invite is in French and details a parade celebration that was to be held (never happened) in Paris and was to end near the Arch de Triumph. We are not offering this item for sale yet, but we will likely offer it once we know its approximate value.
In addition to the front there is some handwriting on the reverse, mostly numerical. The writing is in a European style that is consistent for the period of time.
Please feel free to visit our Blog and comment.
Hitler Death Parade Invitation
The Great Treasure Hunt will be releasing photos and details about this historical artifact soon. As of now we can say that it appears that we have found what seems to be an invitation that was posted or sent out shortly after learning of Adolph Hitlers death, there were initial plans for a memorial parade in Paris. Obviously this never happened which could make this item a rare and possibly a one of a kind document. The document will be undergoing review by a United States museum curator and the details of this investigation along with photos and translation will be released soon...
Finest Crystal Scotch Glasses- Edinburgh Crystal made in Scotland for Dewars
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Wow have we a great find here! A set of 4 Edinburgh Crystal Scotch Glasses in the original present box from the John Dewars Company. As any crystal collector will know we are selling the creme de la creme of the finest European Crystal.
Now the double whammy is that this is a complete set of 4 in a keepsake box that was given by the Dewars family distillery likely to a senior executive, a very high ranking official, or a very reputable supplier.
These sets were not common for sell and were only ordered in limited quantity by Dewars as gifts. Oh who is Dewars? Then these glasses aren't for you.
Now the double whammy is that this is a complete set of 4 in a keepsake box that was given by the Dewars family distillery likely to a senior executive, a very high ranking official, or a very reputable supplier.
These sets were not common for sell and were only ordered in limited quantity by Dewars as gifts. Oh who is Dewars? Then these glasses aren't for you.
Extra Extra read all about It! Dec 25, 1920
Saturday Evening Post cover lithograph surfaces for the first time here and now on our site!
J.C. Leyendecker
First and only issue lithograph of a J.C. Leyendecker Christmas Classic.
Rare JC Leyendecker Litho
For those of you that are not familiar with the Saturday Evening Post (SEP), this magazine is the oldest publication in the United States. Most of us are familiar with Norman Rockwell and his timeless classic covers, one of which "Yes Virgina there is a Santa Claus" appeared on the Dec. 4, 1920 cover! Three weeks before this one. So who is J.C. Leyendecker? Lets first start off by saying that he was the most famous Saturday Evening Post Artist prior to Rockwell, he was also the inspiration for much of Mr. Rockwell's cover art.
This classic piece and famous artist unfortunately took a second seat to his protege in the year 1920.
The Christmas editions along with New Years Day, Mothers Day and 4th of July were and are still today the most coveted cover positions at most major magazine companies.
We found this very limited edition lithograph recently and at first glance we thought it was just another Rockwell print probably worth about $15 dollars. The litho remained in its cardboard case for a few weeks on a shelf in our warehouse awaiting to be examined, researched and cataloged for sale. I personally took this item out for examination, the first thing I noticed was the signature (or lack of a Rockwell). I was familiar with Leyendecker only as a name associated with the Saturday Evening Post. My curiosity wasn't extremely high yet, so I did a quick search of SEP covers...nothing. I searched Ebay thinking for certain this beautiful cover was on coffee cups, tree ornaments, something, anything that I could establish a value for this (what I thought) cheap copy. Nothing, notta, nope, zip, nine, zero. Now my curiosity was peaked.
After an exhausting 6 straight hours scouring the internet, the trademark and patent archives and a few collector books that I own. I retired to bed at 2 am with more questions than answers. I felt now I was a qualified Leyendecker analyst, I had looked at over 1400 different pictures of different art by he and Rockwell, read their bios on wikipedia, and even contributed to a random blog I found for a Leyendecker enthusiast.
I awoke the next morning and decided to call the company that that owns rights to the Saturday Evening Post. A lady who I will refer to as N.B. contacted me with a peculiar excitement. She did say that this picture was used for the Dec.25,1920 cover however in all of her years with SEP, until my call, she had never seen this picture.
I asked about the 1972 lithographs and she said to her knowledge it was the first issue and it appears to have been the only SEP authorized issue ran and this particular lithograph was only issued in limited quantity. She continued on with some history of the SEP and why it had moved to Indianapolis, from PA around 1971-1972. The time frame explained why such a limited running as well as the new owner really had no interest at the time of continuing anything with SEP and was only interested in some other facets of the business.
So then I asked the magical question..."Any idea to its worth?". The answer I received wasn't surprising and Ill just say that she couldn't say or offer that up due to her position and their licensing of Rockwells art. I will say this though, I challenge anyone to find this lithograph outside of this site and send me a link and a picture of it. My email is [email protected]. Until we can find out what this may be worth any and all pictures on this website are copyrighted. We have 5 years from our posting date to secure these registrations.
We would like some feed back on this item soon. We are compelled to start off asking $5,700 for this unique treasure. It is for sell ONLY AT OUR ETSY STORE.
This classic piece and famous artist unfortunately took a second seat to his protege in the year 1920.
The Christmas editions along with New Years Day, Mothers Day and 4th of July were and are still today the most coveted cover positions at most major magazine companies.
We found this very limited edition lithograph recently and at first glance we thought it was just another Rockwell print probably worth about $15 dollars. The litho remained in its cardboard case for a few weeks on a shelf in our warehouse awaiting to be examined, researched and cataloged for sale. I personally took this item out for examination, the first thing I noticed was the signature (or lack of a Rockwell). I was familiar with Leyendecker only as a name associated with the Saturday Evening Post. My curiosity wasn't extremely high yet, so I did a quick search of SEP covers...nothing. I searched Ebay thinking for certain this beautiful cover was on coffee cups, tree ornaments, something, anything that I could establish a value for this (what I thought) cheap copy. Nothing, notta, nope, zip, nine, zero. Now my curiosity was peaked.
After an exhausting 6 straight hours scouring the internet, the trademark and patent archives and a few collector books that I own. I retired to bed at 2 am with more questions than answers. I felt now I was a qualified Leyendecker analyst, I had looked at over 1400 different pictures of different art by he and Rockwell, read their bios on wikipedia, and even contributed to a random blog I found for a Leyendecker enthusiast.
I awoke the next morning and decided to call the company that that owns rights to the Saturday Evening Post. A lady who I will refer to as N.B. contacted me with a peculiar excitement. She did say that this picture was used for the Dec.25,1920 cover however in all of her years with SEP, until my call, she had never seen this picture.
I asked about the 1972 lithographs and she said to her knowledge it was the first issue and it appears to have been the only SEP authorized issue ran and this particular lithograph was only issued in limited quantity. She continued on with some history of the SEP and why it had moved to Indianapolis, from PA around 1971-1972. The time frame explained why such a limited running as well as the new owner really had no interest at the time of continuing anything with SEP and was only interested in some other facets of the business.
So then I asked the magical question..."Any idea to its worth?". The answer I received wasn't surprising and Ill just say that she couldn't say or offer that up due to her position and their licensing of Rockwells art. I will say this though, I challenge anyone to find this lithograph outside of this site and send me a link and a picture of it. My email is [email protected]. Until we can find out what this may be worth any and all pictures on this website are copyrighted. We have 5 years from our posting date to secure these registrations.
We would like some feed back on this item soon. We are compelled to start off asking $5,700 for this unique treasure. It is for sell ONLY AT OUR ETSY STORE.
Burkina Faso Thumb Piano
Burkina Faso Thumb Piano
The thumb guitar or thumb piano also reffered to as a Kilimba dates back thousands of years. Newer styles are made in a square box style with modern machinery. Our Kilimba is fashioned from a gourd as they were hundred of years ago. This item was made in Burkina sometime we suspect in the early 1970's.
WWII Sheffield English Machete
The blade is stamped "Made in Sheffield England" the blade goes completely through the handle (23" tip to tip) and is held by 3 bronze rivots. The handle is some type of wood and you'll find that most WWII machetes were shorter and had black composite grips. So either this was an early British WWII machete or dates back closer to WWI.
Truly a diamond in the rough for the serious war time collector.
The sheath is in excellent condition and was constructed from a M8 rifle barrel bag.
Truly a diamond in the rough for the serious war time collector.
The sheath is in excellent condition and was constructed from a M8 rifle barrel bag.
Vintage Coca Cola, Coke Bottles Full
An American Icon is the best way to describe the Coca Cola (aka Coke) companies, so we have a set of 3 Hobbleskirt bottles for sell as a set. These bottles date from around 1955-1960. Each bottle is from a different bottling company and marked on bottom. They still have Coca Cola inside! That in and of its self is a rare find. Most of the product over time is drank, leaks out or is not stored in a cool enough location to prevent evaporation.
While it might be a good double dog dare, we do not suggest consumption of this product.
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The bottles show typical crate wear, the caps have faded and some of the Coca Cola stampings are still visible. The bottles are 7 1/2" tall. We are selling all 3 as a set.
While it might be a good double dog dare, we do not suggest consumption of this product.
Enid, OK
Abilene TX
Ft Worth TX
The bottles show typical crate wear, the caps have faded and some of the Coca Cola stampings are still visible. The bottles are 7 1/2" tall. We are selling all 3 as a set.
Vintage Antique Skin Lamp
Several years ago I found this item in an antique shop in Indiana, I love strange old items that tell a story, well unfortunately this item sat in various places and even stored away in my home and the story was never told.
I started doing a little research on "Skin lamps" and quite honestly I'm not real sure what to make of this one. It does resemble a Moroccan style of lamps but no where on the internet did I find one of this framing nor painting style and truly the only resemblance was that it was a triangular shape hanging light.
Then the real mystery began, I started looking closer at the skin that this was made of and my investigation was inconclusive.
I researched Camel and llama some but it was hard to rule out or in favor without a specimen at hand. Then I ran across a story (that I will link below) that really set me back in my chair and had me pondering "what if?", thats when I decided it was best to just get rid of it before I knew exactly what it was made of.
Thats all I know, I am not implying nor do I conclusively know what the material is on this lamp, other than it is a type of skin.
LAMP DETAILS:
Lamp is 4 sided with apparent stars and flowers hand-painted. The overall condition is worn. The lamp stands approx 23" tall. The metal framing has magnetic response but appears to be a copper or brass color beneath the tarnish and rust.
Heres the link to a story about a man that discovers the unthinkable about his lamp...I do not endorse anything about this story or the artifact involved, I am merely a collector and seller of unique, rare and collectible items. I am not now nor will I ever imply that know definately what this lamp is made of.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/01/books/01book.html?_r=1
I started doing a little research on "Skin lamps" and quite honestly I'm not real sure what to make of this one. It does resemble a Moroccan style of lamps but no where on the internet did I find one of this framing nor painting style and truly the only resemblance was that it was a triangular shape hanging light.
Then the real mystery began, I started looking closer at the skin that this was made of and my investigation was inconclusive.
I researched Camel and llama some but it was hard to rule out or in favor without a specimen at hand. Then I ran across a story (that I will link below) that really set me back in my chair and had me pondering "what if?", thats when I decided it was best to just get rid of it before I knew exactly what it was made of.
Thats all I know, I am not implying nor do I conclusively know what the material is on this lamp, other than it is a type of skin.
LAMP DETAILS:
Lamp is 4 sided with apparent stars and flowers hand-painted. The overall condition is worn. The lamp stands approx 23" tall. The metal framing has magnetic response but appears to be a copper or brass color beneath the tarnish and rust.
Heres the link to a story about a man that discovers the unthinkable about his lamp...I do not endorse anything about this story or the artifact involved, I am merely a collector and seller of unique, rare and collectible items. I am not now nor will I ever imply that know definately what this lamp is made of.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/01/books/01book.html?_r=1
