It is difficult to overestimate the impact of the 1939 worlds fair. While rossen collects items from all the major world s fairs, he enjoys collecting from the 1939 fair the most. 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. The 1939 new york worlds fair opened on april 30, 1939 which was the 150th anniversary of the inauguration of george washington in new york city, the nations first capitol. A worlds fair night views of consolidated edisons fountains, on june 24, 1939. It was the second most expensive american worlds fair of all time, exceeded only by st. Thirtytwo countries participated in the almost sixmonthlong event, which attracted more than six million visitors. If you or a friend is a collector of twentieth century americana, you may be interested to know more about world s fair collectibles form the new york world s fair of 1939 1940. Trylon perisphere new york worlds fair 1939 aviation bldg souvenir cast metal. The 1939 fair in queens laid out a glorious automotive vision, with general motors futurama exhibition depicting the highways of the future. London 1851, paris 1855 and 1889, philadelphia 1876, chicago 1893, 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.
General motors was at the forefront with a huge pavillion and show called futurama. These exhibitions vary in character and are held in varying parts of the world. Items similar to 1939 new york worlds fair art deco collectibles view more art deco machine age heroic style ussr ephemera 1939 new york worlds fair 1939 new york worlds fair houze glass co. New york worlds fair 1939 souvenir collector spoon collectible. One part of that world, another theme showcased throughout the fair, was electrification the growing use. When cars ruled the worlds fair the new york times. The main attractions at world s fairs are the national pavilions, created by participating countries. Trylon perisphere new york world s fair 1939 aviation bldg souvenir cast metal. Aug 03, 2017 an aerial view of the 1939 new york worlds fair site during construction in flushing meadows, queens, on may 17, 1938.
A book of tickets from the 1939 new york world s fair. New listing original 1939 new york worlds fair tony sarg 41x46 linen map tablecloth. Items similar to 1939 new york world s fair art deco collectibles view more art deco machine age heroic style ussr ephemera 1939 new york world s fair 1939 new york worlds fair houze glass co. The two pamphlets are free of tears, the picture packs have all photos in excellent condition.
A book of tickets from the 1939 new york worlds fair. Apr, 2014 the 1939 fair in queens laid out a glorious automotive vision, with general motors futurama exhibition depicting the highways of the future. When it comes to worlds fair collectibles, some of the most popular worlds fairs were. It has been added to my 1939 mercury dime bank in my smalls case. The fair was divided into differently themed zones, such as the transportation zone, the communications and business systems zone, the food zone, the government zone, and so forth. This is a highly unusual souvenir item of the 1939 new york worlds fair picturing the trylon and perisphere.
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Jan 20, 2020 this board is inspired by the family keepsake 1939 ny world s fair pin cover brought back by my aunt, given to my sister many years later, and lost by me. 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. March 3rd sale starts 10am est milestone auctions proudly presents worlds fair collection antiques and coin collection wonderful worlds fair collection including 1876 centennial, 1893 columbian expo, 1901 panamerican exposition, 1904 st louis expo, 1909 alaska yukon pacific expo, 1915 panama pacific expo, 1933 chicago worlds fair, 1939 new york worlds fair, 1964 new york. Unfollow worlds fair 1939 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. 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. Worlds fair collectibles 1940 new york metal saxophone whistle horn toot tin.
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With new york city as a backdrop, king george vi and queen elizabeth first car proceed up the westside highway along the hudson en route to the new york worlds fair, on june 10, 1939, soon after they landed at the battery. Chicago, 1933 and new york, 1939 a schiffer book for collectors rossen, howard m. The first modern worlds 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. The book has a zipper closure and its original box which is in a bit worn condition but the book itself is.
These two great fairs gave visitors an opportunity to forget the hard times of the 30s and enjoy the. The forthcoming words fair beckons, an amazing vision of american automation, inventiveness, and prosperityand edgar altschuler responds. New listing original 1939 new york world s fair tony sarg 41x46 linen map tablecloth. Chicago, 1933 and new york, 1939 a schiffer book for collectors at. Aug 2, 2018 a worlds fair is a large public exhibition. Boxed deck of 1933 century of progress, chicago world s fair souvenir playing cards. I just read on a metal detecting forum that it is a 1939 san francisco worlds fair golden gate expo token, given away at the chinese pavillion on treasure island. The 1939 new york world s fair opened on april 30, 1939 which was the 150th anniversary of the inauguration of george washington in new york city, the nation s first capitol.
Please see picture for a better description of the item. Find worlds fair 1939 from a vast selection of collectibles. Collectors 1939 hardtofind unused vintage advertising postcard the wonder bakery new york worlds fair. Louis 1904, san francisco 1915, new york 1939 and 1964. The handle of the spoon has a picture of the statue of liberty on it. Many countries around the world participated in it, and over 44 million people attended its exhibits in two seasons. 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. All the exhibitors were ready to give everyone a crystal ball view into the future. Collectible silver plated historical souvenir spoon is from 1939 new york world s fair. Chicago, 1933 and new york, 1939 a schiffer book for collectors. What is the value of 1939 worlds fair stamps answers.
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