The 193940 new york worlds fair was a worlds fair held at flushing meadowscorona park in queens, new york, united states. For others, like howard rossen, author of the book worlds fair collectibles with price guide, who began collecting in 1965 when he was in law school, paper. What is the value of a 1939 worlds fair token answers. Reserved for joe this wonderful souvenir of the 1939 worlds fair in new york is in great vintage condition. Trylon perisphere new york world s fair 1939 aviation bldg souvenir cast metal. It was the second most expensive american worlds fair of all time, exceeded only by st. This brochure, published by the eastern railroad presidents conference, including a railroads on parade exhibit of historic locomotives in action, two large model railroads, and one of the largest steam locomotives ever built operating on rollers. 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. Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change. Futurama was an exhibit and ride at the 1939 new york worlds fair designed by norman bel geddes, which presented a possible model of the world 20 years into the future 19591960. Official guide book of the new york worlds fair 1939.
The 193940 new york worlds fair was a worlds fair held at flushing meadowscorona park. Mint condition memorabilia from this most famous world fair commands a high price among collectors. The exposition opened from february 18, 1939, through october 29, 1939, and from may 25, 1940, through september. 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. It is difficult to overestimate the impact of the 1939 world s fair. Trylon perisphere new york worlds fair 1939 aviation bldg souvenir cast metal. The official guide book to the 1939 new york world s fair is a beautiful, hardbound book full of paleofuturistic delights. The san franciscooakland bay bridge opened in 1936 and the golden gate bridge in 1937. This 1939 new york world s fair silverplate souvenir spoon measures 6 in size. Westinghouse elektro worlds fair robot pin 1939 new york world s fair w478. Remembering the new york worlds fair of 1939 mcny blog. 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.
I just read on a metal detecting forum that it is a 1939 san francisco worlds fair golden gate expo token, given away at the chinese pavillion on treasure island. Vintage 1939 1940 ny worlds fair lot souvenir book new jersey. Jun 10, 2009 the 1939 1940 new york world s fair book. New york city world s fair in 1939, vintage travel postcard. The new york worlds fair is embossed in the bowl of the spoon. Photo from new york public librarys worlds fair 1939 and 1940 incorporated records archive. Jan 20, 2020 this board is inspired by the family keepsake 1939 ny world s fair pin cover brought back by my aunt, given to my sister many years later, and lost by me. New york city worlds fair in 1939, vintage travel postcard. We are pleased to offer this complete set of silverplated commemorative spoons from the 1939 world s fair. What is the value of a 1939 new york worlds fair pin answers. Cards are vivid fushia with red and white border, planet with trailing rings, and 1933 century of progress chicago, on the backs of cards.
Fair from the 1939 to 1940 seasons, including the lowered price of admission. Ill say somewhat the same as what i said for another of the 1939 books. For others, like howard rossen, author of the book worlds fair collectibles with price guide, who began collecting in 1965 when he was in law school, paper items, glass and china, and key collectibles have been his passion. This was the heyday of the worlds fair and is among one of the most popular worlds fairs for collectibles. Many countries around the world participated in it, and over 44 million people attended its exhibits in two seasons. Oct 15, 2017 the worlds fair opened in april of 1939 in flushing meadowscorona park on the outer edges of queens. Nylon, was first introduced at the 1939 new york worlds fair.
Dc comics published a 1939 new york worlds fair comics comic book, followed by a 1940 edition in the next year. Boxed deck of 1933 century of progress, chicago worlds fair souvenir playing cards. Nylon, was first introduced at the 1939 new york world s fair. The last price guide that i have seen on the worlds fair was the richard friz book. The book has a zipper closure and its original box which is in a bit worn condition but the book itself is almost like new. Jan 20, 2020 this board is inspired by the family keepsake 1939 ny worlds fair pin cover brought back by my aunt, given to my sister many years later, and lost by me. Through vintage photographs, most never published before, the 19391940 new york worlds fair recaptures those days when the eyes of the world were on new york and on the future. Posted on june 22, 2014 by train lover february 22, 2014. It is made out of syroco or syrocowood and has a label on the back. The wonders of oz were illusionsthe 1939 worlds fair was a wonder of science. The worlds fair opened in april of 1939 in flushing meadowscorona park on the outer edges of queens.
Memorabilia and souvenirs of every imaginable type were available for purchase at the 1939 worlds fair. 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. At the beginning of his exile in 1952, he sold it to the himalayan state of. Each individual spoon is adorned with a different exhibit. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Complete set of 1939 world s fair commemorative spoons, status.
Over 30 countries participated, and the overarching theme of. Welcome to the world s fair community, mprgamer and how exciting that you found a piece of 1939 new york world s fair memorabilia. There might have been some commemorative coins made by foreign countries, sixtythree countries participated in the 19391940 new york worlds. We are pleased to offer this complete set of silverplated commemorative spoons from the 1939 worlds fair.
Cards are vivid fushia with red and white border, planet with trailing rings, and. It is difficult to overestimate the impact of the 1939 worlds fair. Get the best deals on 19391940 new york worlds fair collectibles when. Rare 1939 new york world fair the wonder bakery postcard.
Welcome to the worlds fair community, mprgamer and how exciting that you found a piece of 1939 new york worlds fair memorabilia. The new york worlds fair of 19391940 officially opened on april 30, 1939, just five months prior to the outbreak of world war ii. While rossen collects items from all the major worlds fairs, he enjoys collecting from the 1939 fair the most. Fantastic 1939 new york world s fair autograph album in original box great pictures.
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. This brochure, published by the eastern railroad presidents conference, including a railroads on parade exhibit of historic locomotives in action, two large model railroads, and one. Without a more clear picture of your medal, however, its. And one of the most common items, the i was there pins. And after ten long years of depression, the new york worlds fair brought. Memorabilia and souvenirs of every imaginable type were available for purchase at the 1939 world s fair. The official guide book to the 1939 new york worlds fair is a beautiful, hardbound book full of paleofuturistic delights. And at every world s fair, different countries would set up exhibits, all the way back to the 1890s and even up to 1964, and here s hawaii before it became a state. Vintage original 1939 new york worlds fair visitor pin pinback button 1. Complete set of 1939 worlds fair commemorative spoons, status. Souvenir spoons, 1939 new york worlds fair the new york. Unfollow 1939 world fair to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Treasures from grandmas 1939 new york worlds fair communications building coin token good condition.
World of tomorrow new york world s fair token struck on a 1938 elongated u. Souvenirs from the 1939 worlds fair highly collectible. Rare 1939 new york world fair the wonder bakery postcard advertising unused hostess cake ephemera, status. World of tomorrow new york worlds fair token struck on a 1938 elongated u. Complete set of 1939 worlds fair commemorative spoons.
New listing original 1939 new york worlds fair tony sarg 41x46 linen map tablecloth. This 1939 new york worlds fair silverplate souvenir spoon measures 6 in size. New listing original 1939 new york world s fair tony sarg 41x46 linen map tablecloth. Collectors 1939 hardtofind unused vintage advertising postcard the wonder bakery new york worlds fair. The plaque or plate measures 9 14 inches in diameter. This is a highly unusual souvenir item of the 1939 new york worlds fair picturing the trylon and perisphere. Newyork historical society 1939 new york worlds fair token. This of course depends on condition, the better condition the higher the value. And at every worlds fair, different countries would set up exhibits, all the way back to the 1890s and even up to 1964, and heres hawaii before it became a state. Fantastic 1939 new york worlds fair autograph album in original box great pictures. Souvenir 1939 new york worlds fair tie rack with images. The issues of czechoslovakia for the new york worlds fair.
The installation was sponsored by the general motors corporation and was characterized by automated highways and vast suburbs. Front shows trylon and perisphere with text new york worlds fair. Superman at the worlds fair ad for new york worlds fair comics, 1939 edition. Get the best deals on 19391940 new york worlds fair collectibles when you shop the largest online selection at. The issues of czechoslovakia for the new york worlds fair of. Coins are issued by governments of countries and usually show a denomination or value. Fabulous new york worlds fair 1939 vintage lucky horseshoe brooch trylon perisphere. Ive since purchased a replacement for my sister, and several others for myself. A premium offered to guests who visited the 1904 worlds fair. Over 30 countries participated, and the overarching theme of the fair was the exciting future. Railroads exhibits occupied a large portion of the new york worlds fair. Worlds fair collectibles, expo, expositions, worlds fair. This small paper book touted the future of motorways for the american.
List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. 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. New york worlds fair 1939 unused postcard ge building advertisingautomobile icollect247. 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. Lost world of fair paperback may 1, 1996 by david gelernter author. Boxed deck of 1933 century of progress, chicago world s fair souvenir playing cards. The new york world s fair is embossed in the bowl of the spoon. Pages in category 1939 new york worlds fair artists the following 6 pages are in this category, out of 6 total.
This is a highly unusual souvenir item of the 1939 new york world s fair picturing the trylon and perisphere. Box does not mention new york worlds fair but is one issued with bank. 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 bridges. 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. Other mineral, gem, jewelry or mining exhibits at the fair. The installation was sponsored by the general motors corporation and was characterized by. The 193940 new york worlds fair, which covered the 1,216 acres 492 ha of flushing meadows. New york 1964 unused worlds fair scrap book, hasbro.