World's Fair Collectibles
Flea Market Finds With The Kovels : Episode FMF-207 -- More Projects »
At the Renninger's flea market in Mt. Dora, Fla., host Ralph Kovel finds some of the hottest World's Fair collectibles on the market today. World's Fair collectibles dealer Herb Rolfes says collecting is "The acquisition of memories in a solid form." Well said!
World's Fair items and souvenirs are hot because they're historical and sometimes even stylish, capturing the essence of an era. Prices vary, depending on the availability, condition and desirability of the item.
Hard-to-find items in good condition can costs hundreds and even thousands of dollars. This clock carries a $225 price tag.
This barber's bottle is from the Columbian exhibition from the 1893 Chicago Fair. It's valued at $135 because of its age and availability.
Unlike most fair souvenirs that were made somewhere else and brought in--rare Hall teapots like this one were made at the 1939 fair. This one is in excellent condition and priced at a firm $1,800.
The 1939 World's Fair Hall teapots are clearly marked on the bottom.
Lennox vases from the '39 fair are also valuable due to their beauty and rarity. This one sells from $500 to $600. The colored ones can go up to as much as $1,000.
This pot lid from the 1853 Fair featuring the Crystal Palace in New York sells for more than $500, due to its desirability and rarity.
Resources Renninger's Twin Markets
Renninger's Antique & Farmers Market
Website:
www.renningers.com
Guests Herb Rolfes
Dealer
Phone: 352-735-3947
E-mail:
NY1939@aol.com
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