Sunday 31 January 2021

Guide to collecting Harry Potter books!

The Harry Potter series only began in 1997 and yet J.K. Rowling's books have become highly collectable. It usually takes decades for a book to become collectable and gain significant value on the rare book market. The AbeBooks online marketplaces has sold hundreds of copies of Rowling's books at high prices, including a first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone that sold for £26,700. Do you have a valuable Harry Potter gathering dust under your bed?

Demand for collectable Harry Potters has not decreased even though the last book in the series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, was published in 2007. The movies, Rowling's high profile, and her non-Potter novels (The Casual VacancyThe Cuckoo's CallingThe Silkworm, and Career of Evil) have kept interest alive.

One simple guideline to collecting Potter books: anything signed by JK Rowling has significant financial value. A book signed by one of the illustrators is much less valuable.


Hardcover first edition first printings of this 1997 book have become the 'Holy Grail' for Potter collectors. If you find one in the attic, then you've hit the jackpot. Only 500 were published and 300 went to libraries. The main characteristics of a 1997 first edition first printing are a print line that reads "10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1" and the crediting of "Joanne Rowling" not J.K. Prices on AbeBooks vary from £28,850 to £39,700. A handful of advance proof copies are available from £5,400 to £9,700. Prices for Australian first editions vary between £145 and £1,445. The first editions of the deluxe edition from 1999 are also desirable with prices from £320 to £1,800. Paperback first editions of the Philosopher's Stone are also quite scarce and attract four-figure price-tags - sometimes five figures if in excellent condition.


Published in 1998, the US version of the Philosopher's Stone was re-titled. Prices for first edition first printings go up to around £4,700 with a fair selection between £2,885 and £3,600 - many signed by the author - although cheaper copies can be found. US first editions will have the number line of "1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2 8 9/9 0/0 01 02," on the copyright page along with "Printed in the U.S.A.23" and "First American edition, October 1998". Prices for later editions in good condition are three figures.


Published in 1998, prices for hardcover first edition first printings go up to £6,500. In 1998, J.K. Rowling was still a jobbing author rather than a worldwide superstar richer than the Queen, so there are a reasonable number of signed first editions available from her book tour signings. Deluxe editions can be priced in four figures if signed. Scholastic's American first editions are generally priced in three figures but look out for signed copies. First Australian editions are available from £215 to £430 but Canadian firsts are cheaply priced.


The initial hardcover print run was stopped mid-printing after it was discovered that 'Joanne Rowling' rather than 'J.K. Rowling' had been printed on the copyright page. Joanne versions are available for prices starting at around £1,080 and go up to £8,650 for signed pristine copies. First edition first printings will have the number line "10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1" and a block of misaligned text on page seven. Opinions about the number of copies printed before the errors were spotted vary greatly - however, it seems that only a small number came off the press which greatly enhances its value. The deluxe editions, with green cloth, of 1999 are also collectable if they are a first edition (prices go up to £3,600). However, second printings can be picked up for three figures. Look out for Canadian first editions, published by Raincoast, for between £75 and £215. First American editions vary from £110 to £500 for a signed copy.


J.K.'s signature (by book 4, she was signing fewer copies) turns any first edition of Goblet of Fire into a book with a four-figure price-tag but there are a handful of copies over £7,200. Look out for the limited editions with original watercolour illustrations by Giles Greenfield (Bloomsbury's UK edition) and Mary GrandPré (Scholastic's super rare US edition of only 25 copies). If either illustrator has signed a copy, then prices are again in four-figures. Many buyers are also looking for books accompanied by items such as entrance wristbands or golden tickets from events where J.K. Rowling has conducted a signing. After the Goblet of Fire, these signing events have become increasingly scarce.


Look out for first edition copies signed by JK Rowling at the midnight launch event in Edinburgh on 2003 that are going to be priced in four figures. Jason Cockroft illustrated the UK edition while Mary GrandPré illustrated the US version – their signatures enhance a book’s value but such copies can be found for as little as £145.


Published in July 2005 to widespread Pottermania, J.K.'s days of book tours were long gone so very few signed copies are on the market. A handful are available for prices up to £3,600. Copies signed by illustrator Mary GrandPré can be found for £180 or less. Deluxe first edition first printings can be picked up cheaply.


Millions and millions of copies of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows have been published. J.K. Rowling launched the book at London's Natural History Museum in 2007. She signed copies of the book that night for 1,700 people who won exclusive tickets to the event. Those 1,700 copies have considerable value now. Prices for signed copies usually start around £720. The most expensive signed Hallows to sell via AbeBooks went for £4,000.

Saturday 23 January 2021

Styling with Antiques, Top Tips!

 

Styling with Antiques, Top Tips!

Posted November 1st, 2020 by Eve Oliver and filed under Interior Designers



Styling with Antiques

The way people view antiques is changing, no longer is a dusty jewellery box the first thing that springs to mind when the word antique is mentioned. With shoppers becoming increasingly eco-conscious, antique furniture is stealing the spotlight over poorly made pieces..

The quality and uniqueness of antique furniture is enough to throw away your mass-produced furniture catalogue and enter a new way of shopping, like browsing antique sites such as LoveAntiques.com and our favourite - attending antique markets to pick up high-quality pieces that come with history and character. 

So, let's get straight to it, how can you best use antiques in your home?

 

 

 

 

 

    

 

 

 

How to best design your home or office space with antiques: 

  1. You either have one piece that you absolutely love, a timeless piece that either you’ve inherited or purchased from an antique market or marketplace, and you build your whole design around that one antique piece. 

  2. You have a design in mind and you want to add those antique finds to make the design that much unique and personal to you. 

Either way, any design should be unique to you and adapt to your character and style. These days, no one has a standard look! That’s where antique markets come in, you can find items that no one on your street will have, your visitors will know the piece is unique to your character and most importantly, it provides a space you can be proud of! 

The way you design your home has drastically changed, with access to inspiration through platforms such as Instagram, it’s become easier to design your home based upon your personality! “It’s like how fashion was in the 80s & 90s, you had a handbag and lipstick to match, and that’s it. Nowadays, interior has gone the same way as fashion, it’s all about mixing and matching! It’s the only way you’re going to make it yours.” 

iacf antique markets are there to provide you with countless of choices on how to design your home and find that one-of-a-kind piece that becomes the centerpiece of your room.

 

Finding that anchoring piece that ties each piece together doesn’t have to be stressful, if you find an antique item that you’ve fallen in love with, make that the centre piece and build the story around that piece.

“It’s so flexible, it’s great, because you can now have anything in your home that you love!”, Emma exclaims.

Walking around the market, we spoke about using pieces for different purposes than to what they were made for. Certain pieces don’t have to now serve the same purpose, it’s all about seeing a piece and not creating limits to how it could be used. The beauty of antique furniture is that it lasts for years, in one house you could use antique shelving as a bathroom feature and then if it doesn’t go with the new design in your new home you can change its function to be a shoe holder in your hallway! 

Emma discusses how the antique cupboard *pictured above* can be used over and over again… “This piece could go anywhere! You could put it in your hallway as a shoe holder, you could have it in the bedroom as a bedside table. The doors are so thick, it’s such good quality.” 

"Antique furniture will last years, in one home it could act as the shoe holder", Emma imagined, "as it fits the design of the hallway, but in your new home if your hallway colour scheme has changed, then you can fit it in your bedroom as a bedside table!"

 

Mixing Antiques with Traditional

 When styling antiques, people can sometimes forget that   just because one item is antique, it doesn’t mean the   whole design has to be antique! Have fun with your   design, like previously stated, the centre piece can be an   antique item you just can’t forget about and the rest of   the room can be based around more traditional items. 

 “I use a mix of traditional furniture and antique items”,   Emma explains as we come across some beautiful   antique tiles, “a lot of my designs have a lot of colourful   tiles in them, there is a big tradition of using tiles in   Spain, they are good quality and you can easily use them as part of your chosen colour scheme to add interest to the room.”

“Rather than using colourful wallpaper or colourful furniture, you could use tiles!” Tiles don’t have to be restricted to the kitchen, Emma emphasizes how you can use them (tiles) in any room. “It’s just about having an eye for detail, knowing what’s good for your personal taste and using these to find your forever piece.” 

Visit LoveAntiques.com for a beautiful selection of antique tiles, ranging from Victorian tiles, Art Deco tiles, Vintage tiles, Art Nouveau & much much more! The antique tiles available are hand painted and come with history, such as the Mintons Aesthetic Movement Tile C.1882, for sale on LoveAntiques.com by Williams Antiques & Restoration.

Click here to view more beautiful antique, vintage, art deco and more tiles today on LoveAntiques.com!

When analysing antique furniture, there is often an element of surprise that comes with the piece! The design and detail of items are much more thought through than any basic furniture design. Emma discovered a particular surprise with a small antique round table, “This is a side table but who would have thought there would be a draw there!” Not only does antique furniture have elements of surprise in its design, but also in its practical use... “It’s used as a little shelf, you can put your drinks closer to you when relaxing!”

 

We have discussed the quality and use of antique furniture but what about those delicate antique finds that also contributes to adding personal character to your room? Antique furniture isn’t the only thing you can find at iacf antiques markets, delicate glassware is another popular attribution to iacf antiques markets. Glassware provides countless benefits in interior designing, there are numerous unique glassware antiques at iacf, each providing a shimmer of personality and delicacy, the possibilities are endless. You can choose from glass vases, glass domes, glass boxes, glass dishes, glass jewellery boxes and so much more. 

                 

                                                    

Glass doesn’t have to be transparent, this beautiful glass light shimmers blue lighting which fits with the overall design perfectly. “The colour of the glass is absolutely stunning, it’s beautiful. That is one of a kind.” 

Emma expresses how the beauty of antique glass is that you can really see the effort and work that has gone into each piece. Looking at the detail of the gold and blue light, you can see it isn’t perfect, but that is what makes it so unique and a beautiful addition to any room. 

To people who are aware of the benefits of antique furniture, using antiques in their home isn’t questionable, however there are still some people who don’t realise the potential of using antiques in their home.

We questioned Emma as to why this might be, “People sometimes think of antiques as bulky furniture, it isn’t. This piece here”, Emma points to the 3-story antique table with mirror (pictured above), “it’s great for the bedroom or bathroom as shelving, it’s 3 shelves, a mirror and such a beautiful piece of furniture. The design is quite narrow and has a rounded shape that maximises the space, you can see a lot of thought and consideration has gone into a piece of furniture like that”. 

                                       

Another example are these antique stools here (pictured above). Emma explains how the quality is extraordinary. Emma speaks with the antique dealer who is selling this item, he goes on to express how much thought and detail goes into these pieces, “the legs are carved individually and then attached. It is made out of fruit wood, they always sell well as they can be used for so many things, like a side stool!”

 

Fun Decor

There will always be something at iacf antiques markets that will make you smile! We spotted a puffer fish hanging on a string, Emma laughs “you can’t get more unique than this! Forget your anchors and coastal decor, this is your original coastal look!”.

Remember to try and enjoy your designing experience as much as possible, the best designs are those that come from love and enjoyment!

 

Exploring Creativity when Antiques Shopping

When you find a piece of furniture at iacf antiques markets, what you see isn’t always what you get. You can put your own creative flair on things, the furniture can simply act as the base. 

Emma discovered some white chairs at the market, “What I would do with these chairs is I would re-cover the seats in a funky fabric and then paint the frame in a very daring colour, like an acid yellow or an acid green that just screams ‘street art!

“You’re going from something that’s really conservative to something that’s really out there.”

 

Bringing Interior Design Clients to iacf Antiques Markets

“I (Emma) would love to bring clients here (iacf Antiques Markets) and take them around, get them to view all the variety of items available and we can then make a joined decision on what they love  and what we can bring back to their spaces. They would love that”. 

Thank you Emma Martin for the fantastic recommendation on our Antiques Markets, we can't wait to welcome you to our future markets.

Thursday 14 January 2021

Coca-Cola Collectibles Price Guide

 

Coca-Cola Collectibles Price Guide

Coca-Cola Umbrella Girls Festoon Dating to 1918
 

Morphy Auctions

Being one of the most recognized brands around the world, it's no wonder that Coke collectibles garner their share of interest. Prices for the oldest Coca-Cola memorabilia can be very steep, and even items made during the 1940s and 50s are usually quite popular and pricey as new Coke collectors enter the marketplace and demand increases.

Coca-Cola Norman Rockwell Serving Tray

This serving tray features the artwork of Norman Rockwell and is dated around 1931. Depicting a young boy enjoying a Coke while eating lunch with his dog next to a tree, it has beautiful, strong colors. There are just a few small rubs to the rim, though the overall condition is excellent. The tray measures 13 1/4 by 10 1/2 inches.

The selling price was $600 at Morphy Auctions in 2013. A near-mint version of this tray sold at auction for $1,610 in 2010.

Take care when valuing Coke trays as many of the most valuable examples have been reproduced.

Coca-Cola Serving Tray with Artwork by Norman Rockwell
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Umbrella Girls Festoon

Vibrant colors are a hallmark of Coke collectibles, as seen in this beautiful umbrella girls festoon, which was released somewhere around 1918. It has one minor edge nick and some edge wear, a few minor edge bends, and only the most minuscule of any marks or wear. The overall condition is excellent for this type of piece.

The decorative strip measures 28 by 54 inches. In 2012 at Morphy Actions, it sold for $3,000.

Coca-Cola Umbrella Girls Festoon Dating to 1918
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Rare Vertical Poster

Coke posters are tricky because there is such a variety available and some subjects are more popular than others. This one is rare, featuring a lovely woman lounging in a white evening gown enjoying a glass of Coke.

The piece from around 1935 is framed under glass and measures 52 1/2 by 32 1/2 inches in the frame. Even though it has been professionally restored, this poster is considered to be in very good condition due to its size and rarity. The selling price was $900 in 2012 at Morphy Auctions.

Coca-Cola Rare Vertical Poster from 1935
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Toy Dispenser

A playful piece that any Coke collector would enjoy, this is a plastic Coca-Cola dispenser toy. The 10 1/2-inch tall excellent-condition soda fountain includes four glasses and has the original box. In 2010, the selling price through Morphy Auctions was $92.

Coca-Cola Toy Dispenser
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Acid Etched Glass

Coke glassware varies greatly and rare, high-quality pieces can fetch top dollar. This very strong glass made some time between 1905 and 1910 displays a bold 5 cents in addition to the logo. Nice and clean with only three or four minuscule outer edge nicks, it stands four inches tall. The selling price through Morphy Auctions in 2010 was $345.

Ca. 1905-1910 Coca-Cola Etched Glass
 The Spruce / Pamela Wiggins

Coca-Cola Playing Cards

The subject is everything in Coke memorabilia. Beautiful women and cute dogs are among the hottest on the market. This set of playing cards from around 1943 is a complete and original deck with the jokers. The outside of the 3 1/4-inch tall box shows some wear but is still considered excellent while the cards inside are near mint. In 2010, it brought a selling price of $195.50 at Morphy Auctions.

Ca. 1943 Coca-Cola Playing Cards
 Morphy Auctions

Pressed Steel Metalcraft Coca-Cola Truck With Box

Toys are always popular with Coke collectors, so it's no wonder this 11-inch truck sold for so much. It's in very good to excellent condition, though there is some oxidation to the grill and minor scratches. It does include the 10 original glass bottles and has the box minus the end flaps. At Morphy Auctions in 2009, it sold for $702.

Pressed Steel Metalcraft Coca-Cola Truck with Box
 Morphy Auctions

Paper Coca-Cola Kite

Paper collectibles are fragile, so they can be quite rare. This 1930s paper kite with the Coca-Cola logo and bottle includes the original wooden stretcher sticks. There are minor wrinkles and very small stains with light soiling, but it's considered to be in excellent condition. The size is 23 by 23 inches and it sold in 2008 for $230 at Morphy Auctions.

Ca. 1930s Paper Coca-Cola Kite
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola 50th Anniversary Cardboard Poster

Issued in 1936 to celebrate Coke's 50th anniversary, this is a difficult-to-find 30- by 50-inch poster. The two beauties in swimwear that reflect 1886 and 1936 are shown in strong, vivid color that has not faded over the years. While it exhibits minor wear, the condition is excellent. In 2008, Morphy Auctions sold this piece for $2,070.

Ca. 1936 Coca-Cola 50th Anniversary Cardboard Poster
 Morphy Auctions

Neon and Tin Coca-Cola Sign

Many times, old meets new in the world of Coke. This vintage sign, dated to the 1950s, has a contemporary case and the red and green neon lights were added. Minor marks, light wear, and soiling are visible, though it's still in very good condition. It measures 24 by 24 by 8 inches and sold for $258.75 through Morphy Auctions in 2008.

Ca. 1950s Neon & Tin Coca-Cola Sign
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Tin Thermometer

In near-mint condition, with only a few minor surface scratches near the bottom, this 1950s thermometer is a wonderful collectible. It's nine inches tall and sold at Morphy Auctions in 2008 for $287.50.

Coca-Cola Collectibles Tin Thermometer
 Morphy Auctions

Embossed Tin Bottle Thermometer

Tin thermometers were common among Coke advertisements. This one is in the shape of a glass bottle with a wonderfully detailed painting and is dated to around 1933. It has a few minor bends as well as some general soiling and wear, though its overall condition is considered very good. At 16 inches tall, it sold for $172.50 through Morphy Auctions in 2008.

Coke Collectibles Embossed Tin Bottle Thermometer
 Morphy Auctions

Things Go Better With Coke Thermometer

In your treasure-seeking adventures, you may also find dial thermometers with the Coca-Cola logo. This 1960s example has a glass front, brilliant color, and is 19 inches in diameter. It's a very clean example with minuscule soiling and is considered to be in near-mint. Due to that, it's 2008 selling price was an astounding $862.50 through Morphy Auctions.

Things Go Better with Coke Collectibles Thermometer
 Morphy Auctions

Large Coca-Cola Domed Clock

Clocks are also very popular and common with the Coke theme. Condition and uniqueness are everything. This 1940s to 50​s piece features brass-colored bottles under the glass dome and is rather large for this style of clock, at 11 1/2 inches tall. Though it has small marks, light wear, and soiling, it's in excellent condition. At a 2008 Morphy Auctions sale, it went for $632.50.

Ca. 1940s - 1950s Large Coca-Cola Domed Clock
 Morphy Auctions

Lackner Coca-Cola Electric Light-Up Clock

Wall clocks are far more common, so you'll want to look for unusual fonts and designs. This Lackner electric clock was made around 1939 and certainly has all those features. There is some noticeable flaking on the logo areas as well as some paint loss on the back white panel. It also has minor marks and medium soiling, so its condition is listed as very good. With a diameter of 17 inches, it sold in 2008 through Morphy Auctions for $460.

Lackner Coca-Cola Electric Light-Up Clock
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Spinning Whirlygig Sign and Base

Unique advertising pieces with the Coke logo can fetch a pretty steep price. The rarer and better the condition, the higher it will go. Such is the case for the 1950s Coca-Cola whirlygig sign with the base that stands 13 inches tall. It is very clean with only a few minor marks, faint scratches, and a few small stains, so it's in excellent condition. In 2008, the selling price was $1,955 through Morphy Auctions.

Ca. 1950s Coca-Cola Spinning Whirlygig Sign & Base
 Morphy Auctions

Die-Cut Tin Coca-Cola Bottle Sign

This painted glass Coke bottle is a familiar sight on many Coke memorabilia pieces. Though it's found in countless reproductions as well, finding an original die-cut tin sign from around 1954 like this is a great find for any collector.

This particular piece has a few short scratches, minor edge bends and crimps, light soiling, and a few minor marks. Yet, it's considered to be in excellent condition. The picture is deceiving because it stands a full six feet tall and sold in 2008 through Morphy Auctions for $345.

Ca. 1954 Die-Cut Tin Coca-Cola Bottle Sign
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Tin Flange Sign With Support

Produced around 1940, this tin flange sign is not seen often. It is near-mint and a clean bright example with two tiny scratches. Complete with the original and hard-to-find silver metal support bar, it measures 20 by 24 inches. At Morphy Auctions in 2008, it commanded a selling price of $632.50.

Ca. 1940 Coca-Cola Tin Flange Sign with Supports
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Porcelain Button Sign

The envy of many Coke collectors, a porcelain button sign of this condition is sought after by many people. At three feet in diameter, this is a great example from around 1950 with a very strong central image area and bold color. It has only some extreme outer edge chips and mounting holes, so its overall condition is excellent. It sold for $747.50 via Morphy Auctions in 2008.

ca. 1950 Coca-Cola Porcelain Button Sign
 Morphy Auctions

Rare Canadian Cardboard Coca-Cola Poster

From the 1920s, this is a rare cardboard Coke poster produced for the Canadian market. The illustration featuring a wooden case of bottles is rare on its own. After that many years, cardboard pieces in excellent condition like this are not common. It does show light wear, minor marks, and large rub areas with quality touchup. 

The poster measures 22 by 28 inches. It was framed under glass when it sold for $5,462.50 through Morphy Auctions in 2008.

Ca. 1920s Rare Canadian Cardboard Coca-Cola Poster
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Bathing Beauty Cardboard Poster

A cardboard poster dated around 1952, this is a classic Coke advertisement featuring a bathing beauty on the beach. The piece is slightly warped and has some stains and water damage to the upper left corner area. Add a few staple holes and small tack holes that have accumulated over the years, and it's rated at a very good condition.

Measuring 27 by 56 inches, the poster sold for $460 in 2008 through Morphy Auctions.

Coca-Cola Collectibles Bathing Beauty Cardboard Poster
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Life-Size Cardboard Military Girl Sign

Produced during World War II, this life-size stand-up sign can easily be dated to the 1940s. It's rarity depicting a young lady in military uniform added to the value as it has condition issues. There is some light soiling, marks, and wear, as well as insect damage in a number of areas. Its condition was listed as good. The size is 24 by 64 inches and Morphy Auctions sold it in 2008 for $287.50.

Coca-Cola Life-Size Cardboard Military Girl Sign
 Morphy Auctions

Cardboard Coca-Cola Santa Easel-Back Display

Santa Claus is a common figure in Coke advertising and the memorabilia with him on it is understandably quite popular. This die-cut cardboard easel-backed display piece dates from the 1950s and is 36 inches wide by 48 inches tall. Considered to be in excellent condition, it has a small closed tear at the bottom, minor marks, and light wear. At a 2008 sale by Morphy Auctions, it went for $258.75

Cardboard Coca-Cola Santa Easel-Back Display
 Morphy Auctions

Tin Litho Coca-Cola Serving Tray

From 1930 or so, this tin serving tray featuring a litho of a young woman in a bathing suit is fun. It does have numerous surface scratches and dents with noticeable wear to the rim and border. Its condition is considered good. The piece measures 10 1/2 by 13 inches and sold for $86.25 through Morphy Auctions in 2008.

Tin Litho Coca-Cola Coke Collectibles Serving Tray
 Morphy Auctions

Linemar Coca-Cola Battery-Operated Machine Toy

A battery-operated Japanese toy bank dispenser, this piece includes the original box, which is scarce. It looks unused with the original water stopper and three plastic shot glasses. Overall, the 10-inch tall Linemar toy is in excellent condition. In 2008, it sold for $517.50 through Morphy Auctions.

Linemar Coca-Cola Battery-Operated Machine Toy
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Die-Cut Cardboard Sign

Dated around 1927, this die-cut cardboard sign is rarely seen on the market, but it's a fantastic piece. Measuring 12 by 13 inches, it has a few minor edge bends, small scratches, light to medium soiling, and marks. Considering its age and material, however, it's in very good to excellent condition. In 2008, it sold for $2,070 via Morphy Auctions.

Coca-Cola Collectibles Die-Cut Cardboard Sign
 Morphy Auctions

Embossed Tin Coca-Cola Sign

Another classic tin sign that you'll often find in reproductions, this piece is a beautiful example of the original. It is dated around 1933 and measures 11 1/2 by 35 inches. With only minuscule marks, wear, and very few nicks, its condition is excellent to near mint. The piece sold for $805 in 2008 through Morphy Auctions.

Embossed Tin Coca-Cola Collectibles Sign
 Morphy Auctions

Coca-Cola Framed Calendar

A page from a 1921 calendar, this piece is very subtle in its Coke advertising. Yet, the beautiful girl in a flower garden enjoying a Coca-Cola is unmistakable. 

It is mounted under glass and includes the original metal hanging hook. Though January is the only visible month, it appears to have the full calendar pad. In excellent condition, the piece measures 12 by 31 3/4 inches. It sold for $805 at a 2008 Morphy Auctions sale.

Coca-Cola gum collectibles are also very valuable. Also, learn about Hilda Clark, other non-Coca-Cola collectibles, and more. 

Coca-Cola Framed 1921 Calendar

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