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At the Renninger's flea market in Mt. Dora, Fla., collectibles expert Ralph Kovel finds one of his favorite childhood collectibles--Big Little Books. We see a variety of these little treasures up for grabs.
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Big Little Books began in 1932 and were published by Whitman Publishing Co. They had text on one side of the page and a picture on the other.
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The earlier books, like this Donald Duck from 1939, had black-and-white illustrations. This one costs $60.
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Terry and the Pirates from 1941 was illustratated was Milton Kniff. It's marked $65.
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This Blondie book from 1942 is priced at $45.
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Books featuring movie characters such as Cowboy Tim McCoy were popular. Instead of illustrations, the book contained pictures from the movies. Prices ranged from $15 to $40, depending on the quality.
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
Also in this Episode
Flea Market Finds With The Kovels : Episode FMF-108
•Raggedy Ann Collectibles
•Snowbabies
•Big Little Books
•Vintage Lamps
•Prints
•Reproduction Napkin Rings
•Cartoon Glassware
•What's It?!?
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