Items similar to 1939 new york worlds fair art deco collectibles view more. Ny worlds fair exposition american legion 1939 xfau ny worlds fair exposition american legion 1939 xfau this is a scarce higher grade medal issued from the new york worlds fair exposition held in 1939. The image i have attached here is from a unique album of images taken 19361939 by a fair coporation. Some of these buttons are very rare and all are considered collectibles.
Below are the listings that we have located for you based on 1939 worlds fair, which were the keywords that you entered. Chicago, 1933 and new york, 1939 a schiffer book for. Rare 1939 new york world fair the wonder bakery postcard advertising unused hostess cake ephemera, status. Through this descriptive and colorful book you will experience for yourself the. Is there any collectible value for these world fair guide. The pamphlet features detailed black and white photos that have accompanying colour painted pages throughout.
London 1851, paris 1855 and 1889, philadelphia 1876, chicago 1893, st. New york worlds fair 1939 construction sign in to follow this. As you may or may not be aware, the 39 nywf was extremely well marketed with literally thousands of souvenir items produced including many commemorative coins, medals, and tokens. The first modern world s fair, known as the great exhibition of the works of industry of all nations, was held at the crystal palace in london, england in 1851. Fantastic 1939 new york worlds fair autograph album in original box great pictures. Collectors 1939 hardtofind unused vintage advertising postcard the wonder bakery new york worlds fair. The fair was the brainchild of businessmen who had fond memories of attending the 1939 fair and wanted that same experience for their families. Nice pictures of many collectibles, estimated value sometimes to high. Louis 1904, san francisco 1915, new york 1939 and 1964. Jan 20, 2020 this board is inspired by the family keepsake 1939 ny worlds fair pin cover brought back by my aunt, given to my sister many years later, and lost by me. I also collect memorabilia but not as much anymore. This sale is for a tiny worlds fair souvenir box, in the shape of a book. Even in modern times, interest in the 1939 new york worlds fair is still very strong and people are still collecting the souvenirs surrounding the event.
Did you or a family member go to the 1964 worlds fair in new york. World of tomorrow new york worlds fair token struck on a 1938 elongated u. Worlds fair and exposition memorabilia collectors weekly. If you or a friend is a collector of twentieth century americana, you may be interested to know more about worlds fair collectibles form the new york worlds fair of 19391940. A premium offered to guests who visited the 1904 worlds fair.
African americans and the world of tomorrow newyork. Dc comics published a 1939 new york worlds fair comics comic book, followed by a 1940 edition in the next year. There will be a special display of 1933 worlds fair memorabilia. In fact, a search on ebay for 1939 worlds fair in december, 2006 returns over 450 items for sale. Art deco machine age heroic style ussr ephemera 1939 new york worlds fair. For others, like howard rossen, author of the book worlds fair collectibles with price guide, who began collecting in 1965 when he was in law school, paper.
Souvenirs from the 1939 worlds fair highly collectible. The 193940 new york worlds fair was a worlds fair held at flushing meadowscorona park in queens, new york, united states. Memorabilia and souvenirs of every imaginable type were available for purchase at the 1939 worlds fair. Donated to nyhs in may of this year, the paul gillespie collection of new york worlds fair materials pr 283 contains a large number of amateur photographs that present a view of the fair from the perspective of. Check out all of the spectacular designs or make your own. Worlds fair collectibles, expo, expositions, worlds fair. Newyork historical society 1939 new york worlds fair token. Vintage 1939 worlds fair lux baseball globe pendulum clock with a keyworks. For two collectors, a weekend getaway to the 1939 worlds fair. Braclet, from 1939 worlds fair, the 1st bobble is picture of maritime bldg, 2nd aviation bldg, 3rd n.
For two collectors, a weekend getaway to the 1939 worlds fair dr. A rich collection of photographs from the 193940 new york worlds fair is newly available to researchers at the nyhs library. See more ideas about worlds fair, world of tomorrow and world. If you see too few items then please change your keywords a little.
This medal was struck in copper and was issued to commemorate the 1937 american legion convention. It was the second most expensive american worlds fair of all time, exceeded only by st. This wonderful inkwell was a premium offered to fairgoers who visited the 1933 chicago worlds fair. Lic 13, 4th cosmetics bldg, 5th hall of fashio read more. At this years show i saw only three or four rare pieces, said rossen. Roy goldberg, left, and keith sherman standing next to the plaster model of a statue from the 1939 worlds fair in queens. Each year on memorial day weekend, the worlds fair collector s society sponsors a show of only 1939 worlds fair collectibles at the andria motel on northern boulevard just opposite corona park. Lost world of fair paperback may 1, 1996 by david gelernter author.
Rare 1939 new york world fair the wonder bakery postcard. Offered in a number of pastel shades to the shows more than 44 million visitors from april 1939 to october 1940, saturn lamps are favorites of folks who collect unusual lighting or worlds. Reliving the 1939 new york worlds fair through collectibles. The 1964 worlds fair was the largest one held in new york, which also hosted the worlds fair in 1853 and 1939. An assortment of four new york 1939 worlds fair items. The 19641965 new york worlds fair was a worlds fair that held over 140 pavilions, 110. Nancy, i wont know if its worth anything but you could consult the book, worlds fair. It is difficult to overestimate the impact of the 1939 worlds fair.
I am an avid collector of 193334 chicago world s fair memorabilia so naturally i was anxious to get my hands on a copy of this guide. Not only are books relating to the fair available, but there are also posters, souvenir books, and brochures from the fair itself. He was supervisor of a revenue control area, and as a result, he ended up with an awful lot of memorabilia from several fairs, including the new york worlds fair of 3940. The site was used for the 19391940 new york worlds fair, and at the. Many countries around the world participated in it, and over 44 million people attended its exhibits in two seasons. Howard rosen filled this collectors guide with an abundant amount of colorful photographs of items ranging from vases, bookmarks, china, tapestry, and posters from both the 1933 and 1939 world s fairs.
The concept was born in the middle of the great depression, and it was truly a mark of sincere perseverance and hope that the fair actually came to fruition and was such a massive success. This is a highly unusual souvenir item of the 1939 new york worlds fair picturing the trylon and perisphere. Features a syroco wood tray that has a raised border that shows the words fair and a decorative base pattern to the bottom and seeing new york worlds fair in colors pamphlet with original postage envelope. Views of the new york worlds fair by new york 1939 worlds fair and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Worlds fair and festivals collectibles and memorabilia for. This selection features a copy of guide to worlds fair chicago1934 and a brass tone art deco bracelet stamped with images of various pavilions and buildings from the 1933 chicago worlds fair. When it comes to world s fair collectibles, some of the most popular world s fairs were. New york worlds fair 1939 map cane tony sarg rugg fold out trylon perisphere rar. This small paper book touted the future of motorways for the american way of life. There will also be items from the 1893 chicago columbian exposition and other chicago related ephemera. New york worlds fair 1939 construction building the. As a worlds fair memorabilia collector of 20 yrs, this helps give meaning to many of the artifacts i now own. Unfollow worlds fair 1939 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Collectors and dealers will meet to buy, sell and trade items related to worlds fairs from 1876 to the present.
Ive since purchased a replacement for my sister, and several others for myself. An idea dreamed up at the height of the depression, the theme of the 1939 worlds fair in new york was the world of tomorrow. The official guide book to the 1939 new york worlds fair is a beautiful, hardbound book full of paleofuturistic delights. The first worlds fair recognized by the bureau of international expositions was the great exhibition of 1851, held in and around a glass structure called the crystal palace in londons hyde park. Porcelier 1939 new york worlds fair large teapot in excellent condition, no cracks, chips or repairs. Also included is an oval shaped gold tone mother of pearl pin from the 1939 new york worlds fair and a wooden handled hand fan. This stunning art deco teapot has a dark navy blue glaze overall and is decorated on both sides with a raised golden image of the fairs wellknown needle trylon and sphere perisphere.
Souvenir spoons, 1939 new york worlds fair the new york. The most common 1939 worlds fair material is metal. Shop forand learn aboutworlds fair and exposition memorabilia. Without a more clear picture of your medal, however, its. The book has a zipper closure and its original box which is in a bit worn condition but the book itself is. The first worlds fair recognized by the bureau of international expositions was the great. This heavy glass paperweight shows the palace of agriculture, and is marked below the color image of the building. American flyer ac gilbert 1939 worlds fair edition gilbert toys catalog. Worlds fair 1939 for sale collectibles online daily. I am an avid collector of 193334 chicago worlds fair memorabilia so naturally i was anxious to get my hands on a copy of this guide. The 193940 new york worlds fair was a worlds fair held at flushing meadows corona park. Thirtytwo countries participated in the almost sixmonthlong event.