The world coin price guide is a complete catalog of values for world coins from 1600 to date. Worlds fair highly collectible by bob brooke with so many souvenirs from the 1939 new york worlds fair out there, how do collectors know what to look for. The first worlds fair recognized by the bureau of international expositions was the great exhibition of 1851, held in and around a glass structure called the crystal palace in londons hyde park. Through vintage photographs, most never published before, the 1939 1940 new york world s fair recaptures those days when the eyes of the world were on new york and on the future. Views of the new york worlds fair by new york 1939 worlds fair and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Books on coin prices from wizard coin supply the most common us coin value book is called a guide book of united states coins the official red book authored by r. There might have been some commemorative coins made by foreign countries, sixtythree countries participated in the 19391940 new york worlds. Welcome to the world s fair community, mprgamer and how exciting that you found a piece of 1939 new york world s fair memorabilia. Coin value price chart for braided hair half cents 12c. Postcards the 193940 new york worlds fair worlds fair. I just read on a metal detecting forum that it is a 1939 san francisco worlds fair golden gate expo token. Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Chicago, 1933 and new york, 1939 a schiffer book for collectors rossen, howard m. Rare 1939 new york world fair the wonder bakery postcard. Can a fair be a worlds fair because the sponsors call it one, or does it have to have recognition by an international body. The center of the booklet contains a color map and two traditional art works. Cards are vivid fushia with red and white border, planet with trailing rings, and 1933 century of progress chicago, on the backs of cards. Get the best deals on 1939 1940 san francisco worlds fair collectibles when you shop the largest online selection at. The 193940 new york worlds fair was a worlds fair held at flushing meadowscorona park in queens, new york, united states. What is the value of a 1939 worlds fair token answers. He was two years out of high school and working in a factory at the time. Worlds fair and exposition memorabilia collectors weekly. If you or a friend is a collector of twentieth century americana, you may be interested to know more about worlds fair collectibles form the new york worlds fair of 19391940. San francisco world s fair wooden hotel guest book. Aug 17, 2017 is there any collectible value for these world fair guide books from 1939. It is difficult to overestimate the impact of the 1939 world s fair.
As you may or may not be aware, the 39 nywf was extremely well marketed with literally thousands of souvenir items produced including many commemorative coins, medals, and tokens. World of tomorrow new york world s fair token struck on a 1938 elongated u. Coins are issued by governments of countries and usually show a denomination or value. Includes two stratcomsatcom usaussr hotline coins, a 1939 new york worlds fair 150th anniversary of gearge washingtons. The exposition opened from february 18, 1939, through october. In 1935, a group of new york businessmen began planning an international exposition to lift the morale and sagging economy of the city, country and world during the great depression. Up for auction is a nice 1939 new york worlds fair goodrich tires illinois mini license plate key. Up for auction is a nice 1939 new york worlds fair goodrich tires illinois mini license plate key chain. Home forums cointalk whats it worth 1939 new york worlds fair tokens. Detailed information about the coin 1 dollar, americas space age worlds fair seattle, washington, tokens, with pictures and collection and swap management. Here visitors will have an opportunity to see process in the baking of wonder bread and hostess cake. Rare 1939 new york worlds fair goodrich tires illinois mini. Treasures from grandmas 1939 new york world s fair communications building coin token good condition. The golden gate international exposition ggie 1939 and 1940, held at san francisco s treasure island, was a worlds fair celebrating, among other things, the citys two newly built bridges.
The golden gate international exposition ggie 1939 and 1940, held at san franciscos treasure island, was a worlds fair celebrating, among other things, the citys two newly built. In 1935, a group of new york businessmen began planning an international. He would like to remove the coins, but neither of us can see a. Unfollow worlds fair 1939 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. You have to know what attracts you to the fair as a collector, said judith schwartz of twin brooks antiques of bennington, vt.
Created by ngc and krause publications numismaster, the price guide pages are arranged by krause catalog numbers and include values, images and specifications such as weight, composition, engraver and current bullion values. Chicago, 1933 and new york, 1939 a schiffer book for collectors. On april 30, 1939, the new york worlds fair opened at flushing meadowscorona park in queens, new york. Discussion in whats it worth started by buffalonickel86, may 2, 2008. Mint condition memorabilia from this most famous world fair.
There might have been some commemorative coins made by foreign countries, sixtythree countries participated in the 1939 1940 new york worlds fair, but you dont mention which country that might be. It was the second most expensive american worlds fair of all time, exceeded only by st. Detailed information about the coin 1 dollar, america s space age world s fair seattle, washington, tokens, with pictures and collection and swap management. World of tomorrow new york worlds fair token struck on a 1938 elongated u.
Commemorative coins including 1939 worlds fair ebth. The san franciscooakland bay bridge opened in 1936 and the golden gate bridge in 1937. The first worlds fair recognized by the bureau of international expositions was the great exhibition of 1851, held in. If you were selling this medal to a dealer at wholesale, instead of to a collector at retail, expect the dealer to pay one half the retail value or less. Welcome to the worlds fair community, mprgamer and how exciting that you found a piece of 1939 new york worlds fair memorabilia. Treasures from grandmas 1939 new york worlds fair communications building coin token good. Worlds fair collectibles, expo, expositions, worlds fair. Animated characters from alice in wonderland, little happy. The arrows were added to the design to denote a change in the weight of the coin from 6. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
Boxed deck of 1933 century of progress, chicago world s fair souvenir playing cards. My friend has a 1939 worlds fair esso glass bank, about 5. Boxed deck of 1933 century of progress, chicago worlds fair souvenir playing cards. My friend has a 1939 worlds fair esso glass bank, about 5 inches square. Souvenirs from the 1939 worlds fair highly collectible. Japan book from the board of tourist industry by the japanese government railways. Proclaimed by many as the most memorable world s fair ever held, it predicted wonderful times were ahead for the world even as the clouds of war were gathering. It finishes up with the premier opening to a world of. The one in our picture is nice, so it would hit the high end of that range. The concept was born in the middle of the great depression, and it was truly a mark of sincere perseverance and hope that the fair actually came to fruition and was such a massive success.
Is there any collectible value for these world fair guide books from 1939. The bottom one im not familiar with and would have to know more to guess a value. If you or a friend is a collector of twentieth century americana, you may be interested to know more about world s fair collectibles form the new york world s fair of 1939 1940. If you or a friend is a collector of twentieth century americana, you may be interested to know more about worlds fair collectibles form. The original draft of the worlds fair goblin was called the man of tomorrow, but it was considered better advertising to include the worlds fair name in the title. Coins for sale for braided hair type half cents items. Check out gary sohmerss antiques roadshow appraisal of this 193940 worlds fair ephemera from memphis, hour 2. It is packed with coins, the latest of which date to 1941. What does and does not constitute a worlds fair has been a matter of opinion over the years. Proclaimed by many as the most memorable worlds fair ever held, it predicted wonderful times were ahead for the world even as the clouds of war were gathering. Thirtytwo countries participated in the almost sixmonthlong event, which attracted more than six million visitors. Apr 30, 2016 the 1939 worlds fair sat on the precipice of disaster. We feature a wide selection of 1939 worlds fair coin and related items.
Note the world s fair station postmark, and the simple mailing addressno zip codes in 1939. A look back at some of the coolest attractions at the 1939. It finishes up with the premier opening to a world of visitors who attended the 1962 seattle worlds fair. All of these quarters had an arrowhead on each side of the date except five of them. World of tomorrow shaped our today the electric utilities pavilion at the 1939 new york worlds fair featured a walkthrough waterfall. First is a card my dad sent back to his parents when he went to the fair with his friends in 1939. In 1964 that was a point of controversy with the 1964 worlds fair. Treasures from grandma s 1939 new york world s fair communications building coin token good condition. Created by ngc and krause publications numismaster, the price guide. The 1939 worlds fair sat on the precipice of disaster. This was the heyday of the world s fair and is among one of the most popular world s fairs for collectibles. Rare 1939 new york worlds fair goodrich tires illinois.
I would like to know the dallas value of the book madam. It is difficult to overestimate the impact of the 1939 worlds fair. What is the value of 1939 worlds fair stamps answers. The concept was born in the middle of the great depression, and it was truly a mark of sincere. It is impossible to guess the value of any book without knowing its condition. This was the heyday of the worlds fair and is among one of the most popular worlds fairs for collectibles. Is there any collectible value for these world fair guide. If you or a friend is a collector of twentieth century americana, you may be interested to know more about worlds fair collectibles form the new york worlds fair of 1939 1940.
Exonumia elongated coins numismatic directory, with values and images page 4. Newyork historical society 1939 new york worlds fair token. Book provides a remarkable look at the journey of what began as a doodle, and grew into one of the worlds most recognizable buildings. Animated characters from alice in wonderland, little happy wonder bakers and brightcolored balloons make this building a gay and fascinating one.
Mar 18, 2006 first is a card my dad sent back to his parents when he went to the fair with his friends in 1939. Worlds fair auction exclusively offering worlds fair and international exposition items souvenirs and historical pieces from all fairs 1851 1992 all authentic period items worlds fairs. This 36page booklet is a treasure trove of black and white photographs of the life and culture in japan. Views of the new york world s fair by new york 1939 world s fair and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.