Cabinet of Curiosities

June 0813, 2019
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LOT 541

Lot 541

American Celebrity Trading Card Vending Machine, A.B.T. Mfg. Co., Chicago, c.1936

American Celebrity Trading Card Vending Machine, A.B.T. Mfg. Co., Chicago, c.1936
Lot 541 Details
American Celebrity Trading Card Vending Machine, A.B.T. Mfg. Co., Chicago, c.1936

complete with approximately 200 cards of 'movie stars' of the early 1950's including Elizabeth Taylor, Dale Evans, Deborah Kerr, Jane Russell, Maureen O'Hara, Bette Davis, Rex Harrison, James Mason, Gary Cooper, Errol Flynn, Kirk Douglas, Gregory Peck, etc.
13.25 x 7 x 11.25 in — 33.7 x 17.8 x 28.6 cm

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $570
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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American Celebrity Trading Card Vending Machine, A.B.T. Mfg. Co., Chicago, c.1936
  • American Celebrity Trading Card Vending Machine, A.B.T. Mfg. Co., Chicago, c.1936
Provenance:

Collection of David Darcy, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 541
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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