1939 New York World’s Fair Souvenirs incl. Tumblers & Scarves

Description

Group of 1939 New York World’s Fair souvenirs: enamel-decorated glass tumblers with Fair scenes, printed souvenir scarves with the Trylon and Perisphere and Fair buildings, a pressed glass block, American Art Today, and a display case of smalls including a copper Aviation Building plaque, a pinback button, matchbooks and pencils. Together with a Rand McNally “New World Map Puzzle” in its original box, circa 1940s.
Largest handkerchief: 22 in. x 22 in.

Condition

Overall very good condition, minor imperfections commensurate with age.

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1939 New York World’s Fair Souvenirs incl. Tumblers & Scarves

Lot 1123

Estimate $250-$500

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