The Ponder Collection 2007-04-21 Auction - 456 Price Results - RM | Sotheby's in IN - Page 13
2335- 1940S SKIPPY PEDAL CAR2186- FIRESTONE SUPER CRUISER BICYCLE2469- RACING TROPHY
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Auburn, IN, United States
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The Ponder Collection

RM Auctions is delighted to announce the sale of the Gene Ponder Collection with over 60 motor cars as well as 1000 lots of outstanding memorabilia, petroliana, collectibles and nostalgia, all offered without reserve. The Ponder Collection represents over 20 years of astute collecting and features a dazzling array of European and American built motor cars, many of which are one-off examples offered for public sale for the first time in decades, all in excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition.
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2399- CHRIS-CRAFT MODEL BOAT: This detailed model of a Chris-Craft Cobra is constructed of wood and plastic. It is highly realistic, with a glossy woodgrain deck and the signature gold finned engine cover. This is a beautiful
2399: 2399- CHRIS-CRAFT MODEL BOATEst. $700-$900
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2400- MODEL BOAT: This is a stunning, intricately constructed model runabout, with a wood deck and white leather interior. We understand it is of Italian construction Seemingly a perfect miniature, it bears all the
2400: 2400- MODEL BOATEst. $700-$900
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2401- CHRIS-CRAFT RUNABOUT MODEL BOAT: A beautiful 1:7 scale example, it boasts many of the luxurious features found on full-sized versions of this American classic. Constructed from heartwood Honduran maghogany using a plank on frame
2401: 2401- CHRIS-CRAFT RUNABOUT MODEL BOATEst. $500-$700
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2402- CHIEF PAINTS SIGN: Tin; 28x12 inches.This rare, highly sought after example features a lovely image of an Indian chief in a colorful headdress. Colors are bright and finish is shiny. Surface shows a few faint
2402: 2402- CHIEF PAINTS SIGNEst. $400-$600
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2403- RALEIGH BICYCLES SIGN: Porcelain; 38x29 inches.This rare, British sign features bright colors and glossy finish. The surface shows a few minor imperfections in the enamel, but the image area is unaffected and presents very
2403: 2403- RALEIGH BICYCLES SIGNEst. $1,500-$2,000
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2404- AMERICAN MOTOR HOTEL ASSOCIATION SIGN: Porcelain; 20x25 inches.This attractive, colorful sign has a glossy finish and a surface that is virtually free of imperfections. Very minor chipping and deterioration is visible in some areas around
2404: 2404- AMERICAN MOTOR HOTEL ASSOCIATION SIGNEst. $400-$800
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2405- ROLEX WATCHES SIGN: Porcelain; 30x18 inches.The example presented here features bright colors and a glossy finish. Close inspection reveals a few faint surface scratches, and some minor wear at mounting holes. RM Grade:
2405: 2405- ROLEX WATCHES SIGNEst. $800-$1,100
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2406- AA HOTEL LANTERN: Glass/Metal; 24x30 inches.This lantern features four glass panels advertising the hotel and a metal housing. The metal is somewhat weathered, showing some paint loss and scratching, and the glass
2406: 2406- AA HOTEL LANTERNEst. $1,000-$1,500
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2407- BREYERS ICE CREAM SIGN: Porcelain; Doublesided; 51x43 inches.Offered here is an attractive 1950s marquis sign with an added 'Fountain' section. Colors have faded, particularly in red areas. Surface shows some marking and
2407: 2407- BREYERS ICE CREAM SIGNEst. $2,000-$3,000
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2408- COCA-COLA SIGN: Porcelain; Double-sided; 60x48 inches.This hanging sign advertises a soda fountain and sandwiches. The surface has acquired a patina from years of outdoor exposure. Close inspection reveals use of
2408: 2408- COCA-COLA SIGNEst. $3,000-$6,000
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2409- MARATHON SIGN: Porcelain; 49 inches in diameter.A nice example of a very rare and desirable sign, this Marathon sign shows a few small instances of inpainting on the surface to repair chips. The colors are bright
2409: 2409- MARATHON SIGNEst. $800-$1,200
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2410- ROYAL TRITON MOTOR OIL SIGN: Porcelain; Double-sided; 25x30 inches.Colors are bright, finish is glossy. The surface shows very faint hazing, but is virtually free of other flaws on one side. The other side shows a few minor
2410: 2410- ROYAL TRITON MOTOR OIL SIGNEst. $400-$600
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2411- CHAMPION SPARK PLUGS SIGN: Tin; 18x31 inches.This bright, colorful sign features a detailed road map of England. The surface shows very slight deterioration, particularly apparent at the perimeter. The mounting holes also show
2411: 2411- CHAMPION SPARK PLUGS SIGNEst. $600-$800
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2412- MARCHAL SPARK PLUGS SIGN: This rare, French language sign features an attractive spark plug graphic. The surface shows minor discoloration and cratching and minor wrinkling is present at perimeter. Mounting holes show wear.
2412: 2412- MARCHAL SPARK PLUGS SIGNEst. $1,800-$2,500
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2413- PENNZOIL SIGN: Steel; 31x18 inches.This example features bright colors and a shiny finish. The surface shows minor scratching and marking. The perimeter is nicely intact, with no visible deterioration. RM Grade: 7+.
2413: 2413- PENNZOIL SIGNEst. $800-$1,400
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2415- ILLUMINATED TEXACO SIGN: Plastic; 33 inches in diameter.Colors are bright, surface is free of notable flaws. This is a very presentable example of a highly recognizable petroliana marque. RM Grade: 9.
2415: 2415- ILLUMINATED TEXACO SIGNEst. $600-$900
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2416- GOODYEAR TIRES SIGN: Porcelain; 66x24 inches.Colors are bright, finish is glossy. The surface shows very little damage, with only a few tiny instances of chipping present. A few more small chips are visible around the
2416: 2416- GOODYEAR TIRES SIGNEst. $1,000-$1,500
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2417- "BP" MOTOR SPIRIT SIGN: Porcelain; Approx. 48x36 inches.This early very desirable example features bright colors and a glossy finish. The white areas have discolored somewhat over time, showing slight yellowing and
2417: 2417- "BP" MOTOR SPIRIT SIGNEst. $1,500-$2,000
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2418- ILLUMINATED GULF SIGN: Plastic; 22x20 inches.Colors remain bright, the surface is generally free of flaws. The metal housing is also in good condition. RM Grade: 8.
2418: 2418- ILLUMINATED GULF SIGNEst. $600-$800
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2419- TEXACO SIGN: Porcelain; 86x54 inches.This example's colors remain bright, and the finish is glossy. The surface shows some light scratching and scuffing, but this does not detract from the sign's overall
2419: 2419- TEXACO SIGNEst. $700-$900
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2420- ILLUMINATED BP SIGN: Plastic; 48x31 inches.This impressive BP sign features bright three-dimensional Plexiglas and metal letters. The plastic surface is free of notable flaws and the metal housing is in good condition
2420: 2420- ILLUMINATED BP SIGNEst. $600-$800
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2421- SINCLAIR SIGN: Porcelain; 110x14 inches.The colors remain bright and the finish glossy on this early example. Notable areas of chipping are visible around the perimeter, with smaller chips also surrounding the
2421: 2421- SINCLAIR SIGNEst. $1,200-$1,600
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2422- PHILLIPS 66 NEON SIGN: Porcelain; 48x48 inches.A classic example of porcelain petroliana, this sign features embossed lettering and a wonderful die-cut shape. The colors are bright and the finish is glossy on this fully
2422: 2422- PHILLIPS 66 NEON SIGNEst. $2,500-$3,500
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2423- MOBIL PEGASUS NEON SIGN: Porcelain; 106x78 inches.An icon of American petroliana, this rare right-facing Mobil Pegasus features animated neon wings. Colors are bright, finish is glossy. Close inspection reveals evidence of
2423: 2423- MOBIL PEGASUS NEON SIGNEst. $8,000-$12,000