Welcome to the world s fair community, mprgamer and how exciting that you found a piece of 1939 new york world s fair memorabilia. Scarcity drives prices on worlds fair collectibles. There might have been some commemorative coins made by foreign countries, sixtythree countries participated in the 1939 1940 new york worlds fair, but you dont mention which country that might be. A premium from the fair that was held in chicago, il, 193334.
Worlds fair and festivals collectibles and memorabilia for. The official guidebook of the world s fair was the goto informational guide for visitors. See more ideas about world s fair, world and world of tomorrow. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Scott fitzgerald in the 1925 novel the great gatsby as the valley of ashes. World of tomorrow new york worlds fair token struck on a 1938 elongated u. The ubiquitous milk glass vinegar bottle and coins are passe now, she said. Official souvenir book, new york worlds fair, 1939.
While rossen collects items from all the major worlds fairs, he enjoys collecting from the 1939 fair the most. A spiralbound copy of official souvenir book new york worlds fair 1939. Rare 1939 ny worlds fair howard johnsons ice cream coin token. Antique 1901 buffalo worlds fair pan american exposition souvenir paperweight. Two feature a couple of the standard new york worlds fair logo scenes, one is the administration building, one is the. Vintage 18331933 souvenir a century of progress chicago worlds fair token coin this is a vintage original chicago worlds fair token coin. This was the heyday of the worlds fair and is among one of the most popular worlds fairs for collectibles. Two feature a couple of the standard new york worlds fair logo scenes, one is the administration building, one is the 150th george washington anniversary, one is the federal building, and one is the statue of liberty. The 193940 new york worlds fair, which covered the 1,216 acres 492 ha of flushing meadows. It was a monumental undertaking that was completed in less than five years.
Check out gary sohmerss antiques roadshow appraisal of this 193940 worlds fair ephemera from memphis, hour 2. 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. Jul, 2003 the court of the 1939 worlds fair was the second fairs homage to the first in 1939 that same area was the court of communications around which there were rca, ibm adding machines and time clocks, crosley radios refrigerators and cars,and bell telephone with their futuristic and somewhat frightening keyboard controlled. Lot of 3 pins 1939 new york worlds fair trylon perisphere metal brooch lapel. For others, like howard rossen, author of the book worlds fair collectibles with. The san franciscooakland bay bridge opened in 1936 and the golden gate bridge in 1937. It is difficult to overestimate the impact of the 1939 world s fair. Official guidebook of the 1939 new york worlds fair the. Lot of 19391940 new york worlds fair brochures, postcards, book. New york worlds fair 1939, souvenir spoon, worlds fair souvenir.
The official guidebook of the worlds fair was the goto informational guide for visitors. This is a highly unusual souvenir item of the 1939 new york worlds fair picturing the trylon and perisphere. The shipping price is for the lower 48 states only. Apr 30, 2015 on april 30, 1939 the new york worlds fair opened on a 1,216 acre site of reclaimed dump that was described by f. Offical souvenir book of the new york worlds fair 1965. It was the second most expensive american worlds fair of all time, exceeded only by st.
The book has a zipper closure and its original box which is in a bit worn condition but the book itself is almost like new. Many countries around the world participated in it, and over 44 million people attended its exhibits in two seasons. Charm bracelet with 6 charms depicting scenes from the 1939 new york worlds fair. Lot of 1939 1940 new york worlds fair brochures, postcards, book. Soupy sales ticket for doctor shinyteeth healthy teeth club august 15th at the singer bowl at the new york worlds fair 1964. New york city world s fair in 1939, vintage travel postcard. It features photographs and texts detailing attractions at the 1939 worlds fair. Great souvenirs from the 1939 worlds fair new york almanack. Peanut, the famous snack with a monocle, who had already been popular for 33 years before his appearance at the new york world s fair, is depicted here in this 6 inch in diameter souvenir bowl. Treasures from grandmas 1939 new york world s fair communications building coin token good condition.
Newyork historical society 1939 new york worlds fair token. We went to the 1964 fair, but dont seem to have any. Sep 19, 2018 our parents went to the 1939 worlds fair held in nyc in 19391940. New york 1964 unused worlds fair scrap book, hasbro. Coins are issued by governments of countries and usually show a denomination or value. World s fair 1939 new york 75th anniversary 2014 jfk half dollar us coin.
Worlds fair collectibles, expo, expositions, worlds fair. I recommend listening to the official theme song of the fair, dawn of a new day, while reading the intro. Exonumia elongated coins numismatic directory, with values and images page 4. Its stated purpose was to celebrate the completion of the panama canal, but it was widely seen in the city as an opportunity to showcase its recovery from the 1906 earthquake.
The official guide book to the 1939 new york worlds fair is a beautiful, hardbound book full of paleofuturistic delights. One of a 2 item set, it is yet another example of unique worlds fair memorabilia that characterized the event. Monaghan, frank, published by exposition publications, inc. One of a 2 item set, it is yet another example of unique world s fair memorabilia that characterized the event. Get the best deals on world fair collectibles when you shop the largest online selection at. This is a highly unusual souvenir item of the 1939 new york world s fair picturing the trylon and perisphere. We have a glass center glass block penny bank from the 1940 session of the fair. The cover has wear, a nick in the spine, and what looks to be a cup mark on the front cover see pics. New york worlds fair 1939 unused postcard ge building advertising. The exposition opened from february 18, 1939, through october 29, 1939, and from may 25, 1940, through september.
Sep 19, 2018 our parents went to the 1939 world s fair held in nyc in 1939 1940. Worlds fair and exposition memorabilia collectors weekly. The book has a zipper closure and its original box which is in a bit worn condition but the book itself is. The fair, registered under the bureau international des expositions bie, celebrated the citys centennial. Souvenirs from the 1939 worlds fair highly collectible. The official guide book to the 1939 new york world s fair is a beautiful, hardbound book full of paleofuturistic delights. Get the best deal for 19391940 new york worlds fair collectibles from the largest online selection at. With so many souvenirs from the 1939 new york worlds fair out there, how do. A century of progress international exposition, also known as the chicago world s fair, was a world s fair held in the city of chicago, illinois, united states from 1933 to 1934.
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. They had some souvenirs from their day at the 1939 world s fair. The book tells charbneaus life story and helps the. 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 items, glass and china, and key collectibles have been his passion.
What is the value of a 1939 worlds fair token answers. Brochure showing the logo of the 1939 worlds fair in new york city. Peanut, the famous snack with a monocle, who had already been popular for 33 years before his appearance at the new york worlds fair, is depicted here in this 6 inch in diameter souvenir bowl. Thirtytwo countries participated in the almost sixmonthlong event, which attracted more than six million visitors. It included maps, advertisements, ticket information, show times, and virtually everything else a patron may need to navigate the fairgrounds. Just about everyone who entered the lakefront site had to bring something home. Fantastic 1939 new york worlds fair autograph album in original box great pictures. The 193940 new york worlds fair was a worlds fair held at flushing meadowscorona park in queens, new york, united states. Official souvenir book, new york worlds fair, 1939 frank monaghan, donald deskey on.
The theme of the fair was technological innovation, and its motto was science finds, industry applies, man. Get the best deals on 1939 1940 new york worlds fair collectibles when you shop the largest online selection at. Vintage 18331933 souvenir a century of progress chicago worlds fair token coin this is a vintage original chicago worlds fair tokencoin. Scarcity drives prices on worlds fair collectibles chicago. The 1939 40 new york world s fair, which covered the 1,216 acres 492 ha of flushing meadows. Unfollow worlds fair 1939 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. 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 1939 1940. New york worlds fair 1939 trylon and perisphere salt and pepper shaker set one piece. 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.
Official souvenir book, new york worlds fair, 1939 whalen. The golden gate international exposition ggie 1939 and 1940, held at san franciscos treasure island, was a worlds fair celebrating, among other things, the citys two newly built bridges. The worlds fair and world war in the national numismatic collection. The 19331934 chicago century of progress fair remains one of the most collected of all world s fairs. The fair, registered under the bureau international des expositions bie, celebrated the city s centennial. Fantastic 1939 new york world s fair autograph album in original box great pictures. Worlds fairs or international expositions are largescale exhibitions that highlight technology. Charbneau socalled dollars topic of new book coin world. Treasures from grandmas 1939 new york worlds fair communications building coin token good condition. Commemorative coin honoring the 150th anniversary of george. A century of progress international exposition, also known as the chicago worlds fair, was a worlds fair held in the city of chicago, illinois, united states from 1933 to 1934. Photo album book charm, 1939 new york worlds fair souvenir estate of joan. Expositions, fairs, celebrations and ceremonies collection.
See more ideas about worlds fair, world of tomorrow, fair. You are shopping in souvenir collectibles world\s fair. Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change. World of tomorrow new york world s fair token struck on a 1938 elongated u. New york city worlds fair in 1939, vintage travel postcard. Peanut bowls, 1939 worlds fair the new york worlds. The chicago worlds fair of 1893 a photographic vintage book. Get fresh etsy trends and unique gift ideas delivered right to your inbox. There might have been some commemorative coins made by foreign countries, sixtythree countries participated in the 19391940 new york worlds.