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Carved and Gilt Fragments with Polychrome Finish on Custom Acrylic Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
These old world fragments from a time of ornamentation and decadence will pop any space with a feeling of classic royal nobility. They are sturdily mounted on clear acrylic so that o...
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18th Century Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Giltwood

Vintage Dentist Chair in Decorative Iron and Leather by Harvard, 1910s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare dentist's chair early 1900s Harvard brand. The chair is in finely forged and decorated artistic iron. The seat upholstered in light leather. Fantastic furniture...
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1910s Italian Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Iron

Pictorial Map of Chicago, circa 1926
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is a colorful folding pocket map of the city of Chicago, published by The Clason Map Co., circa 1926. This highly decorative, double sided map features "Pictorial Map of Chicago...
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1920s American Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

19th Century Swiss Oil Painting of the Legend of William Tell
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century miniature Swiss oil painting on tin depicting the Legend of William Tell. Showing William Tell on bent knee aiming the crossbow at hi...
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Early 19th Century Swiss Romantic Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Tin

John Steinbeck Authentic Vintage Strand of Hair, 20th Century
Located in Jersey, GB
John Ernst Steinbeck Jr. (1902-1968) was one of the most important American writers of the 20th century. He wrote a total of 27 books, including classics The Grapes of Wrath, East of Eden and Of Mice...
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20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Antique Cast Bronze Newspaper Office Want Ad Accounts Cashier Flange Sign
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and heavy office sign is made of solid cast bronze and shows no foundry or maker's mark, but is presumed to have been made in the 1920s in the Art Deco style somewhere in ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Bronze

Alaska Silver Candlestick, by Ettore Sottsass, 1981
Located in Roma, IT
Alaska is an original decorative silver object realized and created by Ettore Sottsass in the 1980s. Original silver candlestick realized in 1981. Made in Italy. The label...
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1980s Italian Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Silver

1908 Artillery & Musician Infantry Uniforms by Ogden, Antique Chromolithograph
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This colorful lithograph by H. A. Ogden was published in 1908 by Brigadier General J. B. Allshire. Originally published as a comprehensive series of U. S. military uniforms, this pri...
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Early 1900s American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

19th Century Infants Coffin Casket, Carved Wood, Etched Glass, Memento Mori
Located in Lowestoft, GB
For sale a very rare early 19th century infants coffin carrier, this would of been housed on a horse and cart hearse. The casket has a decorative wrought...
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Early 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Wrought Iron

King Henry VIII Genuine Signed Petition with Certificate of Authenticity
Located in Jersey, GB
- Rare document signed "Henry R" by one of England's most iconic monarchs in 1542 - Pristine condition - Clear signature at head of page - Exceptionally large (20" x 11.5"), oblong folio on vellum - Previously stored in the Crown Office King Henry VIII...
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16th Century Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Art Nouveau Double Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk by Lajos Kozma, 1930
Located in Rome, IT
This rare large double sided desk was designed by Lajos (Ludwig) Kozma, who had an unprecedented influence on the European design through his drawings, buildings and furniture. Th...
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1920s European Art Nouveau Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Wood

Oscar Isaac Authentic Strand of Hair
Located in Jersey, GB
Oscar Isaac’s breakout role was as the lead in the Coen Brothers’ 2013 movie Inside Llewellyn Davies. This is a guaranteed authentic half inch strand of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Dish Commemorating Franklin’s Discovery of Electricity by L De Boynes
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Polychrome dish commemorating Benjamin Franklin’s Discovery of Electricity by L De Boynes Benjamin Franklin one of the founding fathers of the USA and a very brilliant scientist...
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1950s Machine Age Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Ceramic

Paul McCartney Authentic Strand of Hair
Located in Jersey, GB
Sir Paul McCartney started his musical career in The Beatles and remains a hugely influential and talented performer with a huge global fanbase. One of the world's greatest living ic...
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20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Colt Distributors Quill Letter to Governor Beginning of Civil War, 1861
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
This handwritten (it appears with quill) letter was addressed to the Governor of the state of Ohio in 1861- the beginning of the Civil War. Tyler Davidson, one of the major Colt distributors, is offering the Ohio Militia one to two thousand Colt Navy revolvers. They "can provide 100 per day at a cost of $22.50 each." This document from the files of Civil War General...
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1860s American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Authentic Native American Beaded Sioux Moccasins
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Stunning Sioux moccasins, beaded, primarily in blue and white, with flag motif and horse hair tuffs on tabs. Period: circa 1880 Origin: Sioux, Plains...
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1880s American Native American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Beads

1861 Topographical Map of the District of Columbia, by Boschke, Antique Map
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is an original map of Albert Boschke's extremely sought-after "Topographical Map of the District of Columbia Surveyed in the Years 1856 ...
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1860s American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

19th Century Old Study Camera in Oak Wood with Height Adjustable and Brake
Located in Miami, FL
Amazing late 19th century French oak camera from Spain. Made in oak and gold metal and in its color. Beautiful piece of decoration. Measures: Adjustable height 55.11in-66.92in.
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Late 19th Century Spanish Art Deco Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Rare Antique Gamewell Fire Alarm Base Station
Located in Chicago, IL
Very rare base station for a circa 1880 Gamewell alarm system. The unit has beveled glass all the way around. The system was in use in the 1880s, and al...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

Spirit of St Louis Signed Fabric with Certificate of Authenticity
Located in Jersey, GB
The largest piece of original Spirit of St Louis fabric we have seen Signed by Charles Lindbergh Provenance from the collection of James E. Morrow - a member of the welcoming commi...
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1920s Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Canvas

Sterling Silver Bugle of City of London Rifles
By Henry Potter & Co.
Located in London, GB
Henry Potter & Co. of West Street, London WC2 A ceremonial sterling silver bugle of military interest, made by the eminent musical instrument makers Henry Potter in 1939. Profusel...
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1930s British Other Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Sterling Silver

Midcentury Original Portrait Drawing Signed Chady Dated 1967
By Chady
Located in Miami, FL
Very handsome original portrait drawing signed Chady, dated 1967. This interesting piece of art resembles Vincent van Gogh's self portrait. Measur...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Antique French Oil Painting Depicting Soldiers Drinking and a White Horse Eating
Located in Lisse, NL
Early 19th century, Napoleonic period oil painting on an oak panel. If you are looking for early 19th century, French art with a military topic then this romantic style rural scene ...
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Early 19th Century French Romantic Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Oak, Paint

"Dr. John Bodkin Adams "Blanket, the U.K.'s Notorious Serial Killer
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Blanket Owned by the U.K.'s Notorious "Dr. John Bodkin Adams." Free shipping within the United States and Canada. Look him up under "creep factor def con four” certainly not in the spirit of good taste but more in the spirit of a commitment to bring to the table the unique by definition items that for whatever reason ignite the senses, we present to you. A blanket that once called the seat of Dr. John Bodkin Adams’s Rolls Royce home. Who is Dr. John? None other than Britain’s second most notorious serial killer...
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Mid-20th Century Historical Memorabilia

The Life of a Forgotten Magicians
Located in London, GB
The Life of a Forgotten Magicians We are proud to offer a unique collection of one of London’s most unquestionably entertaining magicians known as Bernard and Ms Radar. A fascinating collection of 1940s-1960s items relating to the telepathic magic act 'Bernard and Miss Radar', a mind reading husband and wife duo, who extensively toured British theatres performing their telepathy based act and who were apparently the recipients of the 'World Convention of Magicians Award', which they received at the Magic Circle Convention in London in 1955. The collection comprises the basis for their act; 2 large handmade jigsaw puzzles, a “Radar” hat, top hat and other associated items with which they performed. There is also a large quantity (over 1000) of publicity photographs, theatre contracts, Magic Circle programmes, scrapbooks and other ephemera relating to their career, plus approximately fifteen original 1940s and 1950s theatre and other posters and several hand bills and flyers, all including Bernard and Miss Radar on the billing, along with other variety acts of the period. Some of the theatre posters included are; The Hippodrome, Eastbourne, Arcadia Theatre, Skegness, Commodore, Ryde, The Knightstone, Weston-Super-Mare and The Palace Theatre, Reading, which now all been framed to preserve them for display. Dimensions in inches: (Poster sizes) H 32” x W 22” x D 2” Origin: England Condition: Aged through wear and tear is present across all the item, some fading across the posters however they are not torn or damp. Some of the hand painted items also show aged wear and light discolouration. Please take note that these items are over 70 years old and would have been used as part of this magician’s act, therefore its safe to say these items all show age, however, are very well preserved. Please review all the photos and propose questions were unsure of the condition to avoid any disappointment. Over 1000 artifacts - most not pictured due to volume of items. Postage cost is high due to the weight (30kg) and volume of items in this lot, 10 posts mounted, 1 full box of archived material, top hat box...
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1940s British Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Coeur D'alene Tribe Moccasins
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Coeur d'Alene tribe moccasins with very thin hide and beadwork. Fawn or antelope. Simple classic design. Neat display - shows use. Period: Last half of the 19th century Origin: Coe...
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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Animal Skin

Silver Medal Document of World Exhibition in Milan 1906 in Arts and Crafts Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and important, museum worthy document in a custom made Arts and Crafts frame. What we are offering here are actually two unique antiques into one. In the year 1906 the world exhibition...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Historical Memorabilia

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Glass, Nutwood, Paper

Lance Armstrong Autograph on a Copy of His Autobiography, 21st Century
Located in Jersey, GB
A hardcover example (with dust-jacket) of Armstong's autobiography Every Second Counts, measuring 6½" x 9½" and totalling 246 pages. Armstrong has signed in black felt tip pen on ...
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Early 2000s Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Framed and Signed Photograph of Buck Jones
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Matted and framed photo of Buck Jones with note "Best Wishes Buck Jones and Silver." Period: Last half 19th century Origin: California Size: 5" x 7" frame 13" x 15" Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Black and white, films...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Art Glass

Margaret Bourke-White Statue of Liberty Inscribed Note and Limited Edition Photo
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This collage includes a limited edition photograph by Margaret Bourke-White originally taken in 1952, numbered 4/50+10 and blindstamped in the lower right margin with the artist’s si...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Princess Helena Authentic Strand of Hair, 19th Century
Located in Jersey, GB
Princess Helena was born to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in 1846 and spent her life campaigning for reforms in nursing. She was a founding member of the British Red Cross and also served as president of the Royal British Nurse's Association. This authentic half inch strand of Princess Helena’s hair is a fascinating piece of royal memorabilia...
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20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Other

19th Century Leather Quirt
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Two-tone leather quirt with fringe drops. Shot filled handle. Period: 19th century Origin: Montana Size: quirt 18" overall with flappers 33" plus wrist wrap.                 Family ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Leather

Fire Alarm
Located in Chicago, IL
crack in the top of the glass case.
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Early 20th Century American Historical Memorabilia

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Iron

1854 Map of Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island, Antique Wall Map
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This striking wall map was published in 1854 by Ensign, Bridgman & Fanning and has both full original hand-coloring and original hardware. This impression is both informative and highly decorative. The states are divided into counties, outlined in red, green, and black, and subdivided into towns. Roads, canals, and railroad lines are prominently depicted, although they are not all labeled. The mapmakers also marked lighthouses, banks, churches, and prominent buildings, with a key at right. The map is an informative and comprehensive overview of the infrastructural development of New England prior to the Civil War. Physical geographies depicted include elevation, conveyed with hachure marks, rivers and lakes. The impression features an inset map of Boston...
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19th Century American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

"Taylor and His Generals, " First Edition, Published by E. H. Butler & Co., 1847
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Taylor and his Generals. New York: E.H. Butler & Co., 1847. First Edition. Rebound in quarter leather and marble paper boards. Housed in custom slipcase. Presented is the 1847 First Edition of Taylor and His Generals. Published by E.H. Butler & Company, the book has numerous portraits and engravings throughout. It has been beautifully rebound in quarter leather and marble paper boards. The spine has gilt embossed decoration stating that it’s a first edition. The book is housed in a custom-built archival slipcase with a photo of Taylor on the front. Written and published before Taylor ran for the Presidency, this book would have been a powerful propaganda tool for the soon-to-be 12th President of the United States. The full title page describes the work as “Taylor and His Generals; A Biography of Major-General Zachary Taylor; And Sketches of the Lives of Generals Worth, Wool, and Twiggs with a full account of the Actions of their Various Divisions in Mexico Up to the Present Time; Together with a Sketch of the Major-General Winfield Scott and an Account of his Divisions in Mexico.” Taylor fought and commanded troops in the War of 1812, Black Hawk War, and the Second of the Seminole Wars before playing a major role in the victory of the Mexican-American War. The book takes the reader through the early life of Taylor and his military career with a particular focus on his surprising victory at the Battle of Buena Vista. Generals Worth, Wool, and Twiggs that served under Taylor and Major-General Scott each get a chapter dedicated to their own history and military careers The Battle of Buena Vista took place in February of 1847 during the Mexican-American War. With only about 5,000 soldiers, Taylor repelled General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna...
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1840s American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Matthew McConaughey Authentic Strand of Hair, 21st Century
Located in Jersey, GB
Matthew McConaughey was the breakout star of Richard Linklater’s Classic coming of age comedy Dazed and Confused, (1993). For much of his career he...
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21st Century and Contemporary Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Family Crest from a Chateau
Located in Chicago, IL
This family crest is from a chateau in France and is made from oakwood and gilt poly-chrome, circa 18th century.
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18th Century French Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Giltwood, Oak

Large Pair of Signed 19th Century Relief Portrait Busts of Wellington & Napoleon
By Nathaniel Palmer
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very handsome and impressive pair of relief portrait busts in copper depicting portrait busts of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) on the left, and Napoleon Bona...
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1830s English William IV Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Copper

Harry Potter Star Daniel Radcliffe Authentic Strand of Hair, 21st Century
Located in Jersey, GB
In 2000, Daniel Radcliffe was handpicked from tens of thousands of young hopefuls to play Harry Potter, the eponymous main character of JK Rowling’s phenome...
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21st Century and Contemporary Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Winston Churchill Vintage 1911 Autographed Paper Document and Press Photos
Located in Jersey, GB
- A document signed by one of the most significant world leaders in 20th century history, Winston Churchill This document relates to the naturalization of a Russian immigrant and ...
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1910s British Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

“A Football Match, Scotland v. England” Antique Engraving, Proof Edition of 100
By Overend and Smythe
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is the 1889 William H. Overend (1851-1898) and Lionel Smythe (1839-1918) first edition, photogravure of the Calcutta Cup – a Rugby match between Scotland and England, that has been played over 100 times, the first match...
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19th Century English Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Quilled Sioux Native Authentic Child's Dress
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Lakota Sioux child's dress quilled on buffalo hide; collected and entered into the Maryland Academy of Art and Science prior to 1880. It was deaccessioned...
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1860s American Native American Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Bronze Advertising Bank Vaults Sign Circa 1912 Savannah Georgia
Located in Savannah, GA
The Savannah Bank and Trust Company was established here in Savannah, Georgia in 1869 after several banks failed as a result of the Civil War. It first o...
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1910s American Art Nouveau Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Bronze

"Roosevelt & Garner" Embroidered Armband Supporting the 1932 Democratic Ticket
Located in York County, PA
"ROOSEVELT & GARNER", AN EMBROIDERED ARMBAND SUPPORTING THE 1932 DEMOCRAT PRESIDENTIAL TICKET AND THE REPEAL OF PROHIBITION Made for the 1932 Democratic presidential Campaign ticke...
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1930s American Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Cotton

Willem Dafoe Authentic Strand of Hair
Located in Jersey, GB
Willem Dafoe is one of the most recognisable character actors in Hollywood. He’s appeared in well over 100 movies during his long career, including Oliver Stones’ Platoon (1986) and Wes Anderson’s The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Ben Whishaw Authentic Strand of Hair
Located in Jersey, GB
Ben Whishaw (born 1980) started his career as a stage actor before moving into film and television. To date his biggest role has been Q in James Bond movies Skyfall (2012) and Spectr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Framed and Signed Photograph of Jerry McCree and Junio
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Signed studio photo with original signature "To Claire - In appreciation of all you have done. Your two friends - Jerry McCree and Junior". Period: First half 20th century Origin: H...
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1910s American Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Art Glass

Bronze Workers Stools by Bahraini-Danish and Fonderia Artistica Battaglia
Located in Pireaus-Athens, Greece
Along the line of tradition in sculpture, Bahraini-Danish create an object that commemorates workers who, with their abilities, turn ideas into matter. Bahraini-Danish have been coll...
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2010s Historical Memorabilia

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Bronze

Sterling Silver Garrard & Co Winston Churchill Set, 1974
Located in London, GB
Garrard & Co, a very stylish, modernist style sterling silver pitcher and goblet set designed for Garrard by Alex George Styles in collaboration with John Churchill in 1974, as p...
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1970s Other Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Diego Luna Authentic Strand of Hair
Located in Jersey, GB
Diego Luna rose to prominence in Mexican road movie Y Tu Mama Tambien (2001), starring alongside Gael Garcia Bernal. This is a guaranteed authent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Oliver Hardy Vintage 1930s Autographed Divorce Document on Paper
Located in Jersey, GB
Oliver Hardy was an American comedian and actor, most famous for being one half of the popular comedy duo, Laurel and Hardy. One of the most popular comed...
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1930s American Vintage Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Madonna genuine worn black satin underslip from 1990 promotional photo
Located in Jersey, GB
- A black underslip worn by Madonna in a 1990 photoshoot for a promotional photo This black satin underslip with adjustable shoulder straps was owned and worn by Madonna as seen an...
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1990s Historical Memorabilia

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Satin

Art Deco Modernist Matching Pair of Enamel Gents Cufflinks
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration are these wonderful and original 1930s Art Deco three toned gents cufflinks. Slightly staggered and raised three toned enamel cufflinks on a rolled rose gold b...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

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Enamel, Gold Plate

In the Night Garden Drawing Signed by Derek Jacobi, 21st Century
Located in Jersey, GB
In the Night Garden is a BBC children’s show that is shown in 35 countries around the world and has a string of merchandise attached. The show has been described as the BBC's "bigges...
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Early 2000s Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

Julian Lennon Signature
Located in Jersey, GB
Eldest son of John Lennon, Julian Lennon (1963-) is also a multi-million-selling musician. Julian's childhood drawing of a classmate inspired John Lennon's song Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds. His relationship with his father was one of turmoil and he forged a stronger bond with fellow Beatle Paul McCartney. McCartney wrote the song Hey Jude...
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20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Paper

HMS Victory Flag Locket
Located in Jersey, GB
A 1 x 1 inch piece of the white ensign flag flown from the HMS Victory during the Battle of Trafalgar Presented in an attractive Victorian-era gold colo...
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18th Century Antique Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Masonic Ceremonial Hand-Painted Plate Signed Moustiers
Located in Miami, FL
Hand-painted Masonic ceremonial plate signed Bondil a Moustiers. Perfect condition. Measures: 8 1/4" diam. x 1" H
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20th Century French Historical Memorabilia

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Porcelain

Hand Painted Circus Banner of Armless Wonder
By Snap Wyatt
Located in New York, NY
American painted vertical double circus side show banner of Armless Wonder and Jose de Lyon (signed: SNAP WYATT, Tampa, FL).
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Early 20th Century Historical Memorabilia

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