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Everything
we offer from WWI through WWII which did not fit in any of the
preceding main sections, is listed here: antique military items and
miscellaneous collectables from this era.
Some of the items include...Uncle
Sam Tobacco Tin, FDR
Serving Tray, Flying
Tigers Print, Fighter Ace Prints, German Motorcycle Desk Display, WWII
Patriotic Toy Drum, 1933
Chicago World's Fair Rings, WWII Humorous Envelopes, Nazi Arm Bands, German Gas Masks, Aviation related books-manuals, German Ammo, Aircraft Identification Models, WWII goggles of various types, Japanese Sake Bottles and Cups, German cigarette card albums, WWI desk relic,
Japanese Flags, U.S. Canteens, KKK Statue, etc...check
out this entire section...over
80 items! THERE
ARE MANY ITEMS IN THIS SECTION...PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO SCROLL DOWN
AND LOOK! THANKS FOR VISITING.
1WW - WWII CHILD'S PATRIOTIC TOY DRUM IN
ORIGINAL BOX.
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War production required most strategic materials,
leaving only wood and cardboard for toy production. This drum is
entirely cardboard (a stiff stock) except for the narrow rope sling.
Even the drum sticks are of the same material. Beautiful display with
brilliant red/white/blue design. Top head has picture of the famed
painting “Sprit of ‘76”. 12” high and 7” in diameter. New in original
box, which has inkstamp wartime logo reading “FOR VICTORY/SAVE AND SELL
this empty carton”, and a shipping label from ECA Toys Inc, Chicago.
Also printed on side of drum "A REED TOY". Neat, original item from
WWII. We have four, all the same. The only
differences will be in the outer box, which vary slightly. Photos show a
representative example, all comparable.
$35 Each
2WW - FOR THE FLAG COLLECTOR - A FULL COLOR
AMERICAN FLAG FLYING FROM ITS STAFF.
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This was very difficult to photograph...you'll see reflections in
certain shots. This is a full color American flag flying from its
staff, all made from separate pieces of cut colored glass, set in a
thick bed of plaster (see on the back). This is framed in an ornate
Victorian gold painted frame. I would judge the date to be about 1917.
Glass panel measures 9 3/4 x 11 5/8". Frame is 15 3/4 x 17 3/4". Glass
is fine. Frame has a little wear at the corners. Gold stars were glued
on and now some are gone. Looks handsome and unusual as is, but stars
could be restored. Possibly the most unusual depiction of the US flag
I've found in my entire career in military and patriotic antiques. We
paid $125 for this about 15 years ago. Will
have to be specially packaged for shipment. The frame alone is worth
a
good deal. $75
3WW - REALLY NEAT
CARDBOARD ADVERTISING POP GUN
Patented 1914. More
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be too young to ever remember these. Patented in 1914,
(dated on gun) and popular into WWII. Made of cardstock,
printed with the picture of a pistol on both sides, and
cut to follow the shape, and on front, it has a piece of
thinner paper folded inside the nose. The user holds it
like a gun, and after raising the hand, swoop it down
rapidly, and the paper in front pops out making a rather
loud report. As a child, I was never allowed to have a
cap gun, but I got a few of these type toy guns, which were great fun.
I wore out many a popping paper, (easily replaced). The
one pictured here (which is sold) was given as advertisement for
“Bon-Ton Bread” by White Bros. Bakery. We have them from various stores/trades, as they come.
Prox. 6 x 8”. Blue gun. Orange/red flame. Yellow
background. Instructions on side plus advertising. Great,
and rare “GUN”. First I’ve see in about
60
years. Recently a gun of this exact design printed with a
political endorsement brought at auction well over
$1,000. $18 each...Buy
3 or more for $14 each
4WW -
MULTIPLY SIGNED “FLYING TIGERS” WWII AIR COMBAT PRINT
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edition WWII Air Combat Print I know to exist. “The Flying Tigers”,
Clair Chennault’s American Volunteer Group (AVG). Shows three P-40’s
rising over China, toward a flight of Japanese Bombers. Besides this
magnificent scene by artist Stan Stokes, it is signed by 55 members of
the AVG and the artist, among which you will find many legendary names.
It was signed over a few months in 1987.
Included with the print, is a pamphlet with pictures of several members
signing the print, along with a brief but excellent history of the AVG.
Further, you get a fine certificate of authenticity, numbered to the
print. For more information on the AVG, you must see Larry Pistole’s
fine book on the AVG. I’ve had this stashed away in storage since it
was issued. Not available today. Fabulous item. 26 x 30" overall.
Mint. $650
5WW -
OUTSTANDING C.1936 GERMAN CIGARETTE CARD ALBUM Entitled “DIE BUNTE
WELT” More
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(which I believe translates to The Colorful or diverse) World.
Consists of 45 tissue separated pages, each with 6 different, small
colored cards, total 270 different cards. Each pictures some place,
person, animal, fish, insect or object of curiosity found over the world
and its many cultures. Completely filled in. I believe the cards came
as a premium with each pack of cigarettes. Album provides specific
place for each card, over an explanation. Condition of inside is clean,
excellent. Cover has embossed golden image of cathedral type building
over the title. Some edge wear. Rear cover has some edge tears and 1/2
x 1/4” piece of lower edge torn off. Exceptional album put out by the
Nazi just prior to WWII. Book measures 9 5/8 x 11 1/4". $95
6WW -
WWII
SOLDIER MAIL HUMOROUS ENVELOPES.
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A. Unused packet
of 12 envelopes printed in 4 colors. Prox. 4 x 9”. The label states
that there are 3 different envelope designs, however upon examination
there are actually 4 different designs, obviously one was removed and
replaced with a fourth design (3, 4, 4, 1). Colorful, mint condition.
Homefront material printed in 1943. Paper band holding the pack
together is nicely designed and brightly printed in red-white-blue. Top
and bottom bands are red with white stars. Lettering is “HUMOROUS
ENVELOPES – Keep ‘Em Smiling/12 for 10 (cents)/4 BEAUTIFUL COLORS/3
DIFFERENT DESIGNS/copyright 1943…CHICAGO”. $25
B. Unused
packet of 12 envelopes printed in 4 colors. Prox. 4 x 9”. The label
states that there are 3 different envelope designs, however upon
examination there are actually 4 different designs, obviously one was
removed and replaced with a fourth design (3, 4, 4, 1). Colorful, mint
condition. Homefront material printed in 1943. Paper band holding the
pack together is nicely designed and brightly printed in
red-white-blue. Top and bottom bands are red with white stars.
Lettering is “HUMOROUS ENVELOPES – Keep ‘Em Smiling/12 for 10 (cents)/4
BEAUTIFUL COLORS/3 DIFFERENT DESIGNS/copyright 1943…CHICAGO”. $25
C. Unused
packet of 12 envelopes printed in 4 colors. Prox. 4 x 9”. The label
states that there are 3 different envelope designs, however this pack
only has two different envelope designs; 8 of one and 4 of another.
Colorful, mint condition. Homefront material printed in 1943. Paper
band holding the pack together is broken open, but nicely designed and
brightly printed in red-white-blue. Top and bottom bands are red with
white stars. Lettering is “HUMOROUS ENVELOPES – Keep ‘Em Smiling/12 for
10 (cents)/4 BEAUTIFUL COLORS/3 DIFFERENT DESIGNS/copyright
1943…CHICAGO”. $15
D. Unused
packet of 12 envelopes printed in 4 colors. Prox. 4 x 9”. Each set of
12 provided 3 different envelope designs, 2, 2, and 8. Colorful, mint
condition. Homefront material printed in 1943. Paper band holding the
pack together is broken open, but is nicely designed and brightly
printed in red-white-blue. Top and bottom bands are red with white
stars. Lettering is “HUMOROUS ENVELOPES – Keep ‘Em Smiling/12 for 10
(cents)/4 BEAUTIFUL COLORS/3 DIFFERENT DESIGNS/copyright 1943…CHICAGO”.
$20
7WW -
1923
DATED ANTIQUE KKK PLASTER STATUE
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Probably adorned
the mantle of a dedicated Klan member. 16 ¼” high, solid plaster,
painted white, with a few details accentuated by color. Red tassel on
top of hood. Sunken eyes are black. Klan insignia on chest is red and
black. Shoes are black. Shows a hooded figure with left arm extended
(a separate piece…intentional). Date molded in rear of base is 1923.
Letters molded into front of base are “K I G Y”. I can’t tell you what
they stand for. This is an extreme rarity among Klan items, and very
little Klan material sees the light of day in recent years. Yet, a
popular collecting field. The extended arm fits into a socket on the
side of the statue. It alone has a nearly invisible repaired break.
Rest is excellent. Only the second I’ve ever seen.
$375
8WW - MARVELOUS COLLECTOR’S AMERICAN
FLAG
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48 star.
16 x 25”.
Beautifully hand crocheted with heavy, lustrous thread.
Has the texture of thick doily.
Stripes are woven from alternating red and white thread.
Blue canton woven the same as the stripes, but with rich deep
blue thread.
The stars are paper, glued in place.
One is missing on one side.
On the hoist end are three loops woven in – to fit around a
wood stick (dowel) which is still present.
Prox. 41” long, 9/16” in diameter.
Can ship as is, or for less expense without the stick.
Lovely condition.
Perfect framing size. $95
9WW - VERY EARLY 48 STAR PATRIOTIC FLAG.
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I believe this
to be among the very first made. There are stories of 48 star flags
made well before the official date of February 14, 1912. Made for
waving at parades, and decorating conventional halls, businesses, and
homes. Practically good as new, stenciled on polished cotton,
traditional flag material from well before the Civil War. Crisp
colors. 11 x 17 ½”, on its original 30” stick. Fine size for
framing. Can ship with or without stick for less cost. For a 48 star
flag, the star pattern is most unusual – 6 rows of 8, but the rows are
offset, one to the other. Guaranteed antique original. $50
10WW -
GERMAN
WWII GAS MASK IN
ORIGINAL BOX/PAMPHLET.
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Original illustrated
instruction pamphlet included in a grey cardboard box, 8 x 11 x 2 ½”,
the lift-off lid impressed with model number “RL1 – 39/37” and other
words which I believe mean official Civil Defense issue. 5 ¾ x 8 ¼”
four page illustrated instruction sheet shows how to put on and wear
the mask. Mask in the box looks unused. It is dark blue grey rubber
with bright metal screw on canister (filter) with numerous markings –
numbers, and one inspector’s ink stamp (spread wing eagle over circle
which would have had a swastika marking if
the stamp were perfect, which it is not. Just shows outlines. About
as fine example of Civil Defense gas mask as can be had. Few tears in
box at corners. $45
11WW - MINIATURE WWII GERMAN TRODDEL
WATCH FOB.
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Full
scale troddels were strap and tassel decorations hung from the bayonet
frog – much like a Portepee hung from a dagger. Their color
designated status and unit. This is a rare little gem used as a watch
fob with civilian clothes, showing your military affiliation. 5” long
overall, including snap swivel which attaches to watch. Strap and
tassel are white (may have appeared silver or silver grey when new),
the stem is dark green, and slide and crown is white. Some cord wrap
which formed the cap to the tassel is missing, but could easily be
restored. Neat. $35
12WW -
RARE
PATRIOTIC WWII “JIGSAW ART” WALL DECORATOR
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Very few examples of this art survive due to their fragile nature.
Those that do survive are normally missing pieces and lack any
particular display value. This one is spectacular, essentially
perfect, and the most desirable and impressive design we’ve seen in
over 45 years of dealing and collecting Americana. Prox. 22 ½” high,
and 10 ¼” wide. Filled with patriotic American symbols, featuring at
upper center, a large raised-wing eagle sitting on the American
Shield, over a ribband reading “GOD BLESS AMERICA”. Flanking the
shield and running horizontally below the ribband are small shelves
with ornately pierced railings. Below the lower shelf is fretwork
surrounding the Statue of Liberty. I forgot to mention the inclusion
of two busts flanking the eagle – Lincoln & Washington. Constructed
in three layers of different colored wood which likely came in a kit,
with sheets of thin wood printed with the designs to be cut out on a
jigsaw. All of the designs, and especially the background fretwork is
exceedingly complex, and cut out so expertly that it appears stamped
out. Evidence of how complex the construction was, is on the back,
where the fellow who built this signed it, “J. E. MEDITZ – JR.” and
dated the construction “STARTED - OCTOBER 26, 1942/FINISHED – NOVEMBER
9, 1942”. The finest example of WWII jigsaw art we’ve ever seen.
$165
13WW - ANTIQUE U.S. MILITARY POLICE
WHISTLE.
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I believe this is from
WWI, but can't be positive. Quality tends toward WWI. Heavy brass
construction. About 3" long x 7/8" wide. Has a turned brass pedestal
riveted on the rear, which holds a 7/8" diameter steel split ring.
Mouthpiece stamped on top with "OFFICIAL MILITARY". Underside has
"MADE IN U.S.A.". Makes a loud and trilling whistle. Ball inside
appears to be wood. Very good condition. Light patina.
$15
14WW - WWI TRAINING CAMP NEWS MAGAZINE
plus handwritten ANTI-WAR SKIT.
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“Camp Dix Pictorial Review”, dated “June 20, 1918, Price 10 cents”. I
believe these were published more for soldiers sending home to family,
than for use just on post. Large format, 11 x 15 ½”, 12 pages plus
cover. Just about solid photos of activities, troops, equipment,
camp, training and more. Lots of horses, covered wagons, primitive
facilities. Has full page map of post and full listing of each
soldier’s equipment. This place eventually became Ft. Dix New
Jersey. Comes with handwritten one page script for a short skit, done
by two soldiers. Must have been written just after the War, as its
message is anti-War. Condition of the “Camp Dix Review” is well used
with frayed edges. Could use some repair with good
tape. Script has folds and just shows handling.
$10
 15WW - ORIGINAL
WWI and WWII GERMAN
SOLDIER DEATH-FUNERAL MEMORIAL CARDS Click
on each thumbnail photo for larger view Fascinating, very effective and
powerful for display, valuable for research, haunting reminders that
these young men were all killed, and most were from Christian
families, and were loved ones lost in that War. These cards were
likely created by the Army in conjunction with the Catholic Church,
indicated by the military appearance of these cards, their general
consistency, yet most of them also bear religious images and verse, in
addition to the Military portrait, unit and service data.
Some WWII's are topped with small iron cross with swastika,
and others are on the rear. Most WWII's
have nothing more on the rear other than the iron cross. The WWI's
have religious scenes on the rear. Cards are
medium-heavy paper, prox. 4 1/4 x 4 3/4" (some
vary from that slightly) folded down the middle
giving 4 page faces. One page is the soldier photo in uniform, usually
chest up. One page is fully military/service data. Other pages
have religious verse and image or simple patriotic sentiment with iron
cross. Neat items. All show light use. Photos
shown are representative samples
Have four WWI and eight WWII...Each, as they
come...$10
16WW - FAMOUS WWII FIGHTER ACE SIGNED
LIMITED EDITION F6F-5 COMBAT PRINT
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Zero. This particular
F6F-5 has 30 Jap flag emblems on the side signifying that many
victories, plus the name "MINSI III".
This picture portrays Cdr. David S. McCampbell in his personal
plane shooting down his 31st Victory (total 34).
He was Commander Air Group 15, U.S.S. ESSEX, in 1944 ... this
information printed under the scene.
This is a full color, limited edition aviation combat print,
#500 of 950, by John Ficklen. Copyright 1981. Signed
in pencil both by Cdr. McCampbell and the artist.
Mint condition. 20
x 26" overall. Full
color. I've had this
tucked away in storage for the last 20 years.
Material just not available today.
$375
17WW - ANTIQUE TOY SQUIRT GUN.
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I’m guessing C.1920-40. 4¾” long. Inexpensive toy.
Revolver part is thin cast lead or pot metal. Where the grip would be
in a revolver, there is a black rubber bulb, which either sucks in the
water, or squirts it when squeezed. Rubber is flexible. Cute item.
$10
18WW -
WWII
PATRIOTIC HOMEFRONT WOOD LADY'S
PURSE
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Unique in its design and construction.
Symbolizing made-do without using strategic goods. Entire exterior is
made up of handsomely joined and articulated wood panels. Light and
dark wood used for attractive look. Entire inside lined with a beige
sailcloth, which composes the purse interior, as well as holds
everything together and hinges the open/close action. Each horizontal
wood slat is unattached to the ones beside it. Only the cloth backing
joins them, thus the side show remarkable flexibility. On the face of
the purse is a 2 x 3” National symbol with spread eagle, shield,
arrows, olive branch, ribband, etc. with attractive border – all done
as intricate inlay, with color. All intact. Shows it was used quite
a bit, and I think proudly. Base of face shows signs of once having
some kind of cloth handle or sling added by owner – now gone. Really
neat WWII patriotic item. $45
19WW -
FAMOUS WWII FIGHTER ACE SIGNED LIMITED EDITION COMBAT PRINT
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Robert R. Stanford Tuck/Commander No. 257 (Fighter) Squadron/Battle of
Britain". Limited
Edition aviation combat print, #50 of 950.
Personalized and signed "To Larry Pistole"/Best of Luck/Bob
Stanford Tuck". Also
signed by the artist "John Ficklen".
Larry Pistole, by the way, is the author of the fine book on
the Flying Tigers (AVG). Print
is mint, and copyright 1980. I've
had it stashed away since it was issued.
You just don't see material like this these days.
Picture shows Stanford Tuck's personal plane with 19
swastikas on the side, and a small portrait of what looks like the
Prime Minister Winston Churchill.
Overall size is 20 x 28".
$375
20WW - GREAT 1943 WWII POSTER FEATURING
UNCLE SAM
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22 x 28". It pleads for War Workers of all types,
in dramatic manner. Reads..."I need your skill in a WAR JOB!" Blue
print on white, with "WAR JOB" in red. Uncle Sam is the most famous
"I WANT YOU" form, and rendered by James Montgomery Flagg, probably
the most famous of wartime artists. Lower half of poster lists the
skills badly needed. Lower margin printed with "OWI Poster No.
25...Office of War Information, Washington, D. C. - U.S. Government
Printing Office 1943 - O - 502683". Folded in eighths. Slight
dust/soiling along one fold. Lower left margin has about five 3/4"
tears, not touching image or text. Backed with archival document
repair tape (almost invisible). Absolutely original. $15
21WW - WWII GERMAN COMBAT MOTORCYCLE
DESK DISPLAY.
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cast metal model with very nice detail, large size, 8 ¾” long, and
handsome presentation. Silver plated. Mounted on metal base which
then sits on the original wood stand. Can’t locate my book on WWII
motorcycles to give you the exact model. It looks to be a BMW. Very
heavy. Metal base has name cast in, reading “H. SCHOLTER”. I bought
it 12 years ago when I was still into motorcycles – came through
Manion’s Auction House. Really top quality piece which most likely
rested on some German officer’s desk. Just has some tarnish to the
silver. Never saw anything else like it.
$325
22WW - WWII NAZI ARM BANDS
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22B.
NAZI SA SPORTS ARM BAND Thin
cotton arm band with heavily stiffened 3 ¼” white disc applied.
Backside of band has second layer of the disc on the face and heavy gold
bullion embroidery goes through both. Band is a dark pink. Shows
little wear and minor handling soil. Bullion has minor tarnish.
Reverse of disc has a NSDAP paper label with RZM number and SA logo.
Label about good as new. 4 1/8 x 8 5/8” flat.
$110
22F.
NAZI SINGLE LETTER ARM BAND
Source identified this as RLB factory Air Defense. 4 1/2 x 7 5/8”
flat. Handkerchief weight white material with single large letter “P”
in thin red material sewn to band. Light age toning to band. Some wear
to “P”. $45
23WW -
WWII
JAPANESE “MEATBALL” FLAG
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29 x 33”. Good weight white silk with red sun dyed in.
Two corners have worn gold cloth reinforcements and lace ties. Clean,
excellent. Shows overall slight age toning to white – subtle. Not
stained. This type of flag was carried by many soldiers.
$125
24WW - FINE
WWII JAPANESE "MEATBALL" FLAG
Click
on thumbnail photo for larger view Heavy rayon
or silk with central brilliant red sun sewn in as a separate
piece ... it made of two pieces sewn together.
30 x 40". Hoist
corners have fabric reinforcements with heavy laces.
Clean. Excellent.
Just needs ironing. Much higher quality than the more common dyed
flags. $150
25WW -
WWII JAPANESE FLAG
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Thin silk, 27 x 37”.
Bright orangey red sun “meatball” at
center. Brown simulated leather corner reinforcements on hoist end,
with cord ties. There is a ¾” wide, 12” long strip torn from one of
these corners, and hanging to it. Rest of flag generally clean,
excellent, with couple small damp stains in the white. Bit of
Japanese writing in one corner. Typical War souvenir.
Needs ironing, and would be nice framed. $35
26WW - POSTAL
HISTORY!! VERY RARE 1938 ARMY AIR CORPS AIR MAIL ENVELOPE!!
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5/8 x 6 1/2", Air Mail envelope with Red/White/Blue edge.
Left face is stamped in blue with large design featuring a bust
picture of Dan Doherty – National Commander, A. L. (American Legion)
surrounded by text "LEATHER CITY, WOBURN, MASS. Home of Dan Doherty,
National Commander, A. L., NATIONAL AIR MAIL WEEK, MAY 15-21, 1938,
sponsored by WOBURN LODGE 908, BPOE".
Left edge of envelope signed by postmaster.
Postmark "WOBURN, MASS/MAY 21/6:30 PM/1938".
Red/Blue 6-cent Air Mail stamp.
Was sealed, but is now open.
A little rip-fray along one glue edge.
$10
27WW - BRILLIANT, SHOWY WWII
HOMEFRONT PACKAGE. Click
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Top third of package face has title in blue "VICTORY PACK" with
lady's face showing through the "V". Center has horizontal red
bands/stars and name of product contained..."Extra Heavy Waxed Paper"
in bright red letters. Bottom has message in blue "For
Preserving Food - Clean - Fresh - 24 sheets". 12 x 18".
Bright package never opened. 1944 dated. $35
28WW - WWII PAPER LUNCH BAG WITH
HOMEFRONT CONSERVATION MESSAGE.
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Typical brown paper bag 12 1/2" high printed with message in part
"...Right now tires, oil & gasoline are more important for tanks and
airplanes than for home delivery trucks. So we gladly revive a
good old American custom and say - "I'll Carry Mine". Shows
Indian woman carrying food. Unused condition. Have a few
from an old original supply of store inventory. $8 each
29WW -
HISTORIC
PORCELAIN ENAMELED SIGNS – Beautiful reproductions
of signs from the 1920-30 Era.
THESE ARE NEAT GIFT IDEAS FOR JUST ABOUT EVERYONE, AND EVERY
OCCASION. Inexpensive as well. These are decorative signs,
exact reproductions of some of the
most famous early advertising known, of interest to airplane, car and
motorcycle buffs, collectors, decorators…just about everyone. All but
two are heavy, full color, fired porcelain enamel on 18 gauge steel
with brass grommeted holes in the corners. The other two are
lithographed tin, as described. These can not be beat for decorating
your home, office, den, workshop or basement. There are also a couple
clever novelty signs.
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A. INDIAN MOTORCYCLES – 8 x 12”. Yellow
with orange border and print. At center is side view of an Indian
head with feather headdress in circle with script “INDIAN” over top,
and “MOTORCYCLES” below. $12
B. INDIAN MOTORCYCLE DEALER SIGN. A great
one! 10 x 14”. Red border around yellow background. Entire center of
sign is 11” long side view of early Indian motorcycle in
red/white/black/white under the black title “Indian Motorcycles”
flanked by actual Indian heads. Bottom of sign reads “AUTHORIZED
DEALER”. $15
C. HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE PARTS & SERVICE
SIGN. Classic H-D logo sign in great colors, 8 x 12”. Orange
border around black background. Center has logo in
orange/black/white. Upper left has script “Genuine” in white. Bottom
lines read “Parts & Service/Harley/Davidson Motor Co./Milwaukee/USA”.
Everyone will want this one. $12
D. HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE PARTS & SERVICE
SIGN. Another classic. 10 x 14”. White border with black line
around yellow backing. Entire central area of sign is an early Harley
10” long. Several colors. Company name at top in red. “Parts &
Service” in red print at bottom. $15
E. VERY EARLY “HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLES”
ADVERTISING SIGN. Earliest form we’ve seen dating C.1917. Not
porcelainized, but this is lithographed tin, impressed from the back
to raise the print and picture. 11 x 14”. Yellow with black border
line. Red print. Huge picture (side view) of very, very early
motorcycle in full color. This is a great one. $15
F. "PAN AMERICAN AIRWAYS SYSTEM" SIGN. Very
early, with great character/graphics featuring earliest 4 engine, high
wing amphibian aircraft flying over. Dominates entire middle of
sign. 7 ½ x 15”. All dark green on white. Top reads as above
title. Below aircraft is list of destinations…”HAVANA, NASSAU,
MEXICO, WEST INDIES, CENTRAL & SOUTH
AMERICA/PASSENGERS/MAIL-EXPRESS”. $15
G. “NORTHWEST AIRWAYS INC.” SIGN. One of
the earliest airline logo signs. Circular, 11 ¾” in diameter. Black
edged red band around outside bearing above title in yellow letters.
Center is white around Navy blue disc. Large set of yellow wings goes
across center. Surrounded by “U.S. AIR MAIL – EXPRESS/PASSENGER
SERVICE”. $15
H. MOONEY AIRCRAFT SIGN. For the aviation
fan of more current aircraft. This features the Mooney logo – one of
the higher quality aircraft. 10 x 14”. Red & white border around
Navy blue. Tan stylized eagle with “M” over white printed “MOONEY”.
$12
I. SKELLY AVIATION GAS-OIL AIRPORT SIGN.
Wonderful for all aviation buffs. 10 x 14”. Blue border. 3 ½” high
red band across top enclosing winged SKELLY logo. Lower portion of
sign features large side view of STEARMAN SPEED MAIL BI-PLANE in
bright red against white, 8” long. This under the words “SKELLY
AERODYNAMIC GASOLINE ETC. ETC./NO SMOKING IN HANGAR OR CAMP AREA”. $15
J. “PHILLIPS 66 AVIATION PRODUCTS” AIRPORT
SIGN. This and the others are simply wonderful period pieces
evoking early days in aviation. What the pilots saw at many
airports. Creates real atmosphere. Great decorators. 10 x 14”.
Black bordered. Upper 3 ½” is filled with dark green, enclosing
winged PHILLIPS 66 logo and above title. Lower portion of sign
features large side view of BOEING 40, an early airmail bi-plane in
dark green against orange background. This under the words “U.S.
GOVERNMENT LICENSED AIRPLANE PILOT ON DUTY 24 HOURS A DAY”. $15
K. “SHELL” AVIATION PRODUCTS AIRPORT SIGN.
Bright sign full of character of 60 years ago. 10 x 14”. Black
border. Upper 3 ½” is red band enclosing yellow winged SHELL logo.
Bottom portion of sign features large side view of LAIRD SPEEDWING
BI-PLANE in red against yellow background. This under the black words
“U.S. GOVERNMENT LICENSED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR ON DUTY 24 HOURS A DAY”.
$15
L. “EAT ZEPPELIN BREAD” SIGN. Chosen
because it features a great picture of the German airship.
Lithographed tin, not the heavy porcelainized tin. Has raised letters
and ship. 11 x 14”. Great kitchen sign. Sky blue background with
couple clouds. Red letters in title as above, across top. Zeppelin
extends across entire sign, in black/white. Has cameo of Count Von
Zeppelin at lower left. Rest of advertising in lower right in
red/black letters. $12
M. NOVELTY TEENAGER SIGN. Heavy porcelain
tin 8 x 10” white with black print “TEENAGERS: Tired of Being Harassed
By Your Stupid Parents? Act Now!!! Move Out, Get a Job, Pay Your Own
Bills While You Still Know Everything.”. Just a funny sign. $10
END PORCELAIN SIGNS
30WW -
EXCEPTIONAL, ESPECIALLY ATTRACTIVE WWII
JAPANESE PRAYER FLAG
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Quality silk. Clean, almost like new.
27 x 40". Couple very pale damp stains.
Several large messages and a neat separate panel of small messages.
Gold foil-faced paper corner reinforcements with laces. $250
31WW -
EXCEPTIONAL AND HANDSOME WWII JAPANESE PRAYER
FLAG
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Medium weight silk. Choice condition. Very attractive inscriptions
of small and large (emphatic) nature. 29 x 34”. Clean. Brilliant
sun. Few very pale damp stains. Cloth corner reinforcements with
laces. $250
32WW -
EXCEPTIONAL AND HANDSOME WWII JAPANESE PRAYER
FLAG
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Handkerchief weight muslin
flag. As new condition with handsome and profuse inscriptions.
Pigskin corner reinforcements with laces. 28 x 38”. Quality seldom
seen. $250
33WW - UNIQUE WWII F.D.R. PATRIOTIC
SERVING TRAY.
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Handsome wood tray 15 3/8 x 24 5/8”, with light
and dark wood inlay, framing the decorative glass tray surface. A
good deal of the decorative work is reverse painted on the glass,
primarily the large central U.S. flag. The rest of the designs are
windows in the black background, which allow you to see through the
glass to an iridescent blue layer made up of butterfly wings. This
includes the backing for a picture of Franklin D. Roosevelt over “V”
for victory, the lettering “GOD BLESS AMERICA”, and two scenes in Rio
De Janeiro, where this was made. Even the canton of the flag is blue
from butterfly wings. Extremely artistic and unusual WWII item,
obviously made during a period when we had better relations with our
Southern neighbor. Condition is only good. Where the glass is
painted on the back, it is flaking, though most of the color, design
and effect still remains. Has great feeling of the times. Will
require special packaging, and a good size box...send
your zip code for a quote.
$25
34WW -
WWII
POSTER FEATURING A GREAT UNCLE SAM
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red/white/blue. 25 x 27”. We have no information on the patriotic
Homefront program it promotes. Wording reads “It’s Your America!/Help
the Ten-Year Roll Call”. Lower edge illustrates the various segments
of society it apparently appealed to, to join the war effort. Lower
edge trimmed. Very good condition showing signs of having been hung
during the War. Edges only show handling-use. Marvelous brilliant
graphics and patriotic flavor. $15
35WW - DESK
TOP CIGAR CUTTER IN THE SHAPE OF AN ARTILLERY PROJECTILE
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C.1917.
Very heavy, nickel plated brass.
4 1/2" high.
1 1/2" in diameter.
Hole in upper third on side, with plunger on top.
Took the smaller cigars of the period, which came to a point in
the rear.
A raised band at rear (sabot) has impressed writing ‘PETER THE
GREAT/Gunport Bros. Makers, Phila".
Believe the "Peter" name refers to a large artillery piece
known at that time.
Plating fine, except flaked off sabot area, which makes it look
like it was made that way.
$150
36WW -
NAZI SASH
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Use unknown. Some were worn at funerals or graced wreaths. Some were
probably used to decorate banquets, etc. Very showy. Heavy red
watered silk 7 ¾” wide, 40 ½” long. Silver bullion fringe on one end
with 4 ½” heavy white silk disc just above with black printed
swastika. Sash stenciled with silver lettering, reading “Bayerisches Stickstoffwerk/A.G.”. Has something to do with Nitrogen work. Top
end is simply a raw cut, probably covered in use. Choice condition.
Basically identifies official attendees to whatever the function
was. $85
37WW -
NAZI SASH
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Exact use unknown.
Basically announced the representation or attendance of a particular
organization, town, or person at an official function. State funerals
saw the use of many of these. Very showy. Heavy red watered silk, 7
7/8” wide, 41” long. Lower end has silver bullion fringe just below 4
3/8” wide white silk disc sewn on, with printed black swastika. Sash
stenciled with silver lettering, reading “der stadt Ludwigshafen a. Rh.”,
announcing the attendance of the particular town. Upper end is raw
cut, probably covered when used, possibly on wreath. Good as new. $85
38WW -
WWI
U.S. ARMY CANTEENS More
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Have
two. Both are of the same design…faded
khaki covers, aluminum canteen body with aluminum screw cap on chain.
Standard cup with hinged handle. The only real difference are the
markings on cover, canteen, cup. All show use. These are listed
below.
A. Cover
– light mfg. And indistinct date; canteen “US/L.F. & C./1918”; cup
same as canteen. $35
B.
Cover – light mfg.
And indistinct date; canteen “US/ACA 1918”; cup “U.S.-1918-T.J.W.B.M.
Co.” $35
39WW -
48 STAR PATRIOTIC AMERICAN FLAG.
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Flew over
a monumental string of turbulent history. Flag ran from February 13,
1912 to January 3, 1959. This flag dates, in my opinion, to its first
issuance around 1912, or at least WWI. I base this on the context of
the flag – it came with a quantity of similar flags all earlier.
Measures 7 x 10 ¼”, with 17” original stick. Polished
cotton, about new condition with
lovely, subtle tone of age. Have a few.
Each… $15
40WW
- MISCELLANEOUS ORIGINAL GERMAN & NAZI STICK PINS AND LAPEL
PINS.
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A. WWII German
Swastika Stick Pin. 1/4" silver swastika worn in
lapel to show support of the Nazi regime. Not a party
badge...that would be the NSDAP badge.
$30
C. Nazi NSBO Stick
Pin. Nazi Factory Cell Organization "National -Sozialistische
Betriekszellen - Organization".
$20
E. German Pre-1933 Soldier
Association Stick Pin. National Soldier's Association Stick
Pin. 1919 until about 1932. Worn by veterans and strong military
supporters. Called the Kyffhauserbund.
$18
M. German
WWII Donation Stick Pin. Favor given for donation supporting
the Army.
$25
O.
WWII German State (Nazi) Labor Service Award Stick Pin. 7/8"
high oval, with fired enamel colors in red, white & black.
$20
41WW - PATRIOTICALLY DECORATED CHILD'S
BEACH-SAND PAIL.
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Quite an amazing thing - it's a wonder that it
survived essentially in new condition, but it is not new and has age.
Measures 6" tall, 6 1/4" in diameter at the top, tapering down to 4"
at the bottom. Heavy wire bale at top. Side has three huge spread
eagles with American shield on the breast, all against a beautiful
transparent maroon. Made by OHIO Art. Couple trivial scratches,
little age spots. Great for your patriotic-Americana collection,
which is why we bought it many years ago.
$45
43WW - PATRIOTIC WWI "VICTORY" SCHOOL
STATIONARY
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An unused tablet of paper 5 x 8", with a great
front cover sheet which shows a printed photo of a WWI pilot standing
in front of what is titled "LATEST TYPE BATTLE PLANE". This picture
is above a printed photo of a "PENNSYLVANIA" railroad passenger car
with returning with returning US soldiers absolutely spilling out of
the windows. Tablet cover sheet has nice masthead of a pennant with
"VICTORY" over an eagle/shield. Good as new, in shrink wrap. We
bought it that way. (red dots in photos 3 & 4 are reflections only)
$35
45WW - MINIATURE WWI MEDAL.
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I’ve forgotten
the story behind this one, but it’s familiar to most WWI collectors,
and probably commemorates service in France. The bronze drop has an
embossed picture of a railroad freight car with soldier with horse
inside and soldier standing outside looking at the car. Associated
with this medal is a saying…8 horses – 40 people…referring to the
maximum capacity, frequently exceeded. Has original silver grey
ribbon 1/2” wide, 1 5/8” long. Top has pin back. Bottom has bronze
drop 5/8” wide. Made by Whitehead & Hoag (U.S. medal maker). Total
length is 2 ½”. Ribbon is light blue, and is a bit faded.
$25
46WW - UNKNOWN RED-WHITE-YELLOW FLAG
or BANNER.
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This is a flag we found in a box of older
material, put away about 25 years
ago, and came in a lot of old flags of all kinds. It's
older than 25 years, but just what period of time, we do not know.
It's definitely not newly made. We have no
idea what country or what it was made for. The size is 26 x 36"
including fringe. It is machine stitched, clean.
The fabric is fairly soft feeling, doubled with the back being the
bright yellow. Perhaps someone will know what it was made for. Need
ironing, otherwise excellent. $8
47WW -
WWII
U.S. AIR CORPS SOUVENIR
PILLOW COVER.
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About a 20” square, including fringe. Satin type medium blue
fabric front with yellow-orange flocked lettering and prop/wings motif.
Reads “U.S. AIR CORPS/BROOKLEY FIELD/* MOTHER */ALL THAT I AM OR HOPE TO
BE, I OWE TO MY ANGEL MOTHER. Lincoln”. A few areas on front lower left
corner are faded lighter blue due to being folded and probably exposed
to light for a while. Other than that, it’s in excellent condition,
ready to stuff with a pillow form. $10
48WW -
GERMAN 1936 “DIE DEUTSCHE WEHRMACHT” CIGARETTE CARD ALBUM
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Outstanding coverage of the Army, Navy and Air Force and within each,
the various branches (i.e. Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, Pioneers,
Communications, etc.). Consists of 45 pages, each with 6 full color
cards of photographic quality, showing some Army personnel, activity
or equipment. Total 270. Included are full color pages explaining
insignia and rank of each branch/service. Also are several pages
explaining each service. All cards mounted in appropriate spaces over
short descriptions. Nice Album made expressly for these cards. Grey
cardstock covers with embossed scene of flack battery in blue on
cover. Covers show some light surface wear. Little stubbing of
corners. Fine contents. One of the best Wehrmacht collectibles.
We’ve had this in storage for at least 20 years. Special. $95
49WW -
1933
GERMAN CIGARETTE CARD ALBUM
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A
general term for a most unusual and handsome book which has besides
printed text, a great number of various sized colored pictures
individually glued in their designated spots. Some of these albums
actually were filled with cards obtained as premiums with cigarettes.
This wonderful volume is entitled “DEUTSCHLAND HOCH IN EHREN”. Cover
shows a UHLAN with horse. Content seems to relate German military
history from the earliest times to the present (1933). 9 ¾ x 13 ¾”,
thick, stiff paper covers. 66 pages. I estimate well over 300 color
insert pictures, predominantly combat. Complete. Clean. Excellent.
Shows some handling/edge rubbing. $95
50WW - NICE WWI BATTLEFIELD RELIC DESK
DISPLAY
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On a nice slab
of marble 5 1/2 x 7 3/8", are mounted a rifle cartridge, piece of
shrapnel, shrapnel ball and large brass artillery shell fuse. On
a brass ribband mounted to the marble base with chamfered edges, is
the hand engraved identification and date of the items. It reads
"ANVERS 1914", very early War. All items have nice mellow
patina. Marble base was broken in half front to back in the
middle. I J-B Welded it back together. Crack is
visible, but not seriously or obviously detracting, and it certainly
won't break again. Nicest relic stand I've seen in years.
$125
51WW - 1909 SCHOOL SONG BOOK ENTITLED
"UNCLE SAM'S SCHOOL SONGS"
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Compiled and designed to
appeal to the heightened patriotic environment then existing in the
country. Includes many patriotic songs, as well as classics of
earlier periods, plus a good deal of musical instruction. 5 ¼ x 7
½”. Heavy linen covers. Very good. 256 pages. Copyright 1904
and 1909, By Hope Publishing, Chicago.
$10
52WW -
BRILLIANT 1909
PATRIOTIC POST CARD.
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Cute little girl in full red/white/blue costume and cap holds
crossed U.S. flags in front of her. Everything in bright original
color. Never sent, but was given as a gift. Short inscription on
back in ink…”To Lizzie from Albert 1909”. Couldn’t get prettier.
Fine condition. $10
53WW - 1916 BOOK OF PATRIOTIC READINGS
ENTITLED "AMERICA FIRST".
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By J. L.
McBrien. Compiled as a broad and valuable reference for educational
institutions and public officials to use in engendering unity and
patriotic spirit throughout the country and particularly the youth…all
this as the country stood at the precipice of entering WWI, and
confronted the inevitable contention between those who wanted to keep
us out of the War, and those who pushed for immediate entry. An
excellent source for all the arguments of the time, in a very
attractive hard bound volume. The cover has three young men holding a
large flag staff with full color U.S. flag. 5 ¼ x 7 ½”. 288 pages.
Even has a large section with patriotic poetry taken from many famous
sources. Excellent condition, showing very light wear. $10
55WW - PACKET OF CASH USED IN THE
PHILIPPINES DURING THE JAPANESE OCCUPATION.
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The Japs threw us out of
the Philippines very early in the War, and weren’t removed until very
late in the War, after some of the most violent and costly battles of
WWII. These packets recall MacArthur’s “I shall return”. Only after
we reoccupied the Philippines did the money end its usefulness and was
turned in, hopefully in exchange for something equally useful.
Several bills show ink stamp markings indicating some sort of
collection and exchange by a government entity. Fabulous collectibles
from the Pacific Campaign, and the Japanese Occupation of the
Philippines. These are original packets containing approximately 50
bills. Same size and type of engraving as US bills. 2 3/4 x 6 1/4".
The words “THE JAPANESE GOVERNMENT” run across the center, over the
denomination. There is one 100 peso bill, the rest being mostly 10
peso notes with an occasional 5. Some ink stamped in oval “Japanese
War Notes/received for Safe Keeping/Association of the Philippines”.
Bills run from about new to well used. Super neat items. Each
packet…$35
56WW - WWI 1917 PATRIOTIC TOBACCO TIN
WITH UNCLE SAM
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Bright red background (more bright and crisp
than my photos show) with full color Uncle Sam bust at center.
Bordered in gold with wreath below. Red/white/blue band around
center. Blue on white title banner above reads “UNION LEADER…redi-cut…Tobacco”.
Reverse has red/white/blue and yellow text “UNION LEADER/REDI-CUT/GENUINE/UNION
LEADER/GENUINE/SPECIALLY PREPARED/FOR/PIPE & CIGARETTE”. Hinged lid.
Match striker on bottom. Tax stamp gives date of 1917. 4 3/8” tall.
3” wide. I believe this is the best one I’ve ever seen. Reverse has
some light rubs. Face extremely excellent. A must for WWI,
advertising and tobacco collectors. $65
 
57WW - WONDERFUL PATRIOTIC
EAGLE PLANTER.
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This is a very nice 8” wide planter, in the style of
McCoy, but not marked. Not sure how old, but we have had it for at
least 30 years. It is an eagle holding flags and arrows, in the color
of Jade. The only flaw I can see is a mild crack
in the right rear side, stable, and almost unseen. Otherwise
fine, and a pleasing display item for your patriotic or WWII
collection. $45
59WW - MINT WWII U.S. SUN & DUST
GOGGLES.
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Photos show a
representative sample
Still in
the original paper bag wrap. Marked inside U.S. 1944. Green web
straps with adjustable hook/buckle. Dark green lenses. Protector
paper still in place. A little stiff after so many years, it unfolded
fine. Worn all over the African/Mediterranean theater. Real.
Original and mint. The book "Flying Headgear
of the World 1934-1945" shows this same set of goggles, but with
red lenses. If these had red lenses, this set of goggles
would be for dark adaptation...meaning they were used to adapt eyes to
darkness before night flight. Each...$15
60WW - USED WWII U.S. POLARIZED DUST
GOGGLES. As above, without paper bag. Just shows some
use...have only one. $10
61WW -
WWII INSTRUCTION PLATE FROM GERMAN MACHINE.
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