{"title":"Memorabilia","description":"\u003cp\u003eDig into our collection of memorabilia and discover something that speaks to you.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"university-of-miami-vintage-football-2011-calendar-asgard-press","title":"University of Miami Vintage Football 2011 Calendar \/ Asgard Press","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATLANTIC SOUTH. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColleges \u0026amp; Universities, Calendar, Wall Hanging, Print, Illustration, 2011. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe University of Miami Hurricanes football program needs no introduction to a modern college football audience. But aside from Miami's recent resurgence, the monster success of “The U” across the late 20th-century—including five national championships—eclipses its long ago starting point back in 1927. By the early ‘30s, they were punching a regular ticket to the annual Palm Festival game in Miami, soon after to be known as the Orange Bowl. Most college programs lost most of their star players to the war during the early 1940s. But by the end of the war, Miami was back in the familiar confines of the Orange Bowl, their successful 1945 9-1-1 campaign concluding with an Orange Bowl win over Holy Cross, 13-6. The 1950s saw the Hurricanes cement inter-state rivalries with both Florida and Florida State, while appearing in multiple Gator Bowls (held in Jacksonville, Florida). But aside from the notable milestone of integrating the program with African-American players and appearing in a few second-tier bowls during the 1960s, the program listed along largely out of the conversation until the storied years mentioned earlier … That said, all of this early program history is brought out by the fantastic visuals in this great keepsake. Back in the early ‘aughts, Asgard Press, a small publishing house producing high quality calendars, books, and stationery, began assembling artwork from a ton of souvenir college football game day programs. The dates ranged from the early 1960s back into the early twentieth century, making for quite the collection. In 2005, they compiled a year’s worth and put out their first vintage college football calendar: “Vintage Michigan.” By 2011, they were releasing a whole run of annual vintage game day program calendars and would eventually peak at about 80 colleges \u0026amp; universities before exhausting their stash and discontinuing the series just a few years ago. Though of a year recently past, the tear-away visuals that accompany each month are wonderful frame-able prints for the Miami Hurricane fan, including these notable covers: November 4, 1938 “Miami vs. Oglethorpe” \/ October 31, 1942 “Miami vs. Furman” \/ November 6, 1953 “Miami vs. Auburn” \/ November 13, 1964 “Miami vs. Boston College” … This calendar is still in its original plastic packaging. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Like New. \u003cbr\u003eSports Related. \u003cbr\u003e11\" wide x 15\" high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Regionals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45660130902273,"sku":"M1ASMIA00087","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3264\/0513\/files\/university-miami-vintage-calendar-01-9536.jpg?v=1728691408"},{"product_id":"mackinac-bridge-metal-ashtray-souvenir","title":"Mackinac Bridge Metal Ashtray Souvenir","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE MIDWEST. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome Decor, Decorative Ashtray, Souvenir, c. 1950s. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThese small metal ashtrays (incorporating tell-tale cigarette rest notches) were very popular for a run of years following World War II. Sold in souvenir shops across America and Canada when smoking was still very much a mainstream habit, these trays, each with a specific regional connection, were bought as memorabilia of trips taken \/ sights-seen and certainly given as gifts to family and friends. The trays were mass-produced by way of intricate custom molds, be it a state or a site, with the finished piece lightly hand-painted to pull out details unique to each tray. The rim of this ashtray prominently features the Mackinac Bridge title and includes a ring of roses. It all frames a deep perspective view of this most famous engineering feat. A location of trade and travel long before Europeans arrived, the Straits of Mackinac (which connects Lake Michigan to the west and Lake Huron to the east) became a bustling region by the eighteenth century, having become a favorite vacation spot by the end of the nineteenth. Connecting Mackinaw City on Michigan’s lower peninsula to St. Ignace on its upper peninsula had long been a goal of many engineers and visionaries, one that was finally achieved after decades of preparation and construction by way of the Mackinac Bridge. The bridge opened to traffic on November 1, 1957, and was formally dedicated the following June. At the time, it was one of the longest suspension bridges in the world and included the longest span “between anchorages” (noted by the span having only two towers), eclipsing even San Francisco’s massive Golden Gate Bridge. Though much longer suspension bridges have been built since, it retains this “between anchorages” distinction in the western hemisphere. As with all the small trays in this souvenir series, it bears the mark: “Made in Japan.” This will seem curious considering the violent events of the early-mid 20th century. Here is a bit more background … Following Japan’s surrender in September 1945 ending World War II, Japan was a military occupied country. This continued until the San Francisco Peace Treaty of 1952 returned national sovereignty to the island nation. Once international trade was allowed to resume in 1947, the General Headquarters of the Allied Forces (GHQ a mostly American military government charged with running the conquered nation) mandated that export items carry the label: “Made in Occupied Japan.” The directive was updated in 1949 for use minus the word “Occupied.” As a result these two labels “Made in Occupied Japan” and “Made in Japan” (often just “Japan”) can be dated with specificity to the 15 years following the Second World War. They have become markers for valuable vintage memorabilia. [This tray, a later release of this series almost a decade old by that point, is in solid shape with only slight age-related wear on its plating and notches.] \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Very Good. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocal \/ Regional Attractions. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5.25” wide x 4” high x 0.25” deep \/ 4 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Regionals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45666056503553,"sku":"M1MWMAC00082","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3264\/0513\/files\/mackinaw-bridge-ashtray-01-9454.jpg?v=1729017815"},{"product_id":"miami-beach-souvenir-wood-stash-trinket-box","title":"Miami Beach Souvenir Wood Stash \/ Trinket Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATLANTIC SOUTH. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood \"Stash\" Trinket Box, Souvenir, c. 1950s. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis wood trinket or \"stash\" box, likely from the late 1950s \/ early ‘60s, is unique for its painted scene of sailboats along a tropical coast. Photographs under layers of varnish—a process called \"decoupage”—was the decorative norm of the time, making the art (most likely a decal, not hand-painted) and the box that much more interesting. Usually made of cedar, we cannot be certain of the wood type; though it is possible the bracing cedar smell may have simply receded over time. The \"Miami Beach\" identifier stenciled on in a display font unique to these wood souvenir boxes over the second-half of the 20th century, and even still today, has worn over the years (most of \"Beach\" now faint); but the few nicks and scratches that it arrived with were easily refinished. 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Construction on the landmark began in 1964, the tower completed a year later. It was officially opened on October 6, 1965, in a joint ceremony that brought together the then Governor of New York, Nelson Rockefeller, and Premier of Ontario, John Robarts. Long known for bright white lights lighting up its saucer-like top, in recent years the Skylon has become much more playful in radiating a wide palette of colorful rings. Made when smoking was still very much a mainstream habit and ashtrays still a very popular souvenir gift, we put the tray’s circa date in the mid-late 1960s. The smooth small copper rim hosts a single cigarette notch and features a porcelain ceramic inset: a colored montage of a front-side elevation of the Skylon Tower, set against the view one can see from its impressive observation deck. The ashtray was manufactured by Fantasy Copperware, a Toronto, Ontario, based company noted for turning out fine souvenir and decorative products across the middle of the 20th century. Fantasy Copperware was especially known for their copper candlesticks, plates, and trays, all of which can still be found as premiere collector’s items half a century later. The condition of this ashtray is good, noting a few wear spots on the inside rims, what seems to be rust tarnish along its right side, and a slight rusting discoloration in the lower right of the ceramic inset. 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As part of the design, these trays also included miniature state site illustrations, Wyoming showcasing a bear, elk, and of course: a cowboy on a bucking bronco (very similar in style to the logo for the University of Wyoming). The detailed place name map is ringed of a single colored decorative element: the \"Indian Paint Brush.\" Aside from a few scratches, the tray was treated very well throughout its life. It comes with all six of the original coasters (a rarity anymore), each with its own smaller gold-print map of Wyoming. The tray’s characteristics would indicate it is likely a 1960s release, but could date to the late-1950s … The combination of detailed state map and regional decoration was the pattern for this popular home decor \/ barware souvenir. Produced for tourist shop shelves, the series covered all 50 states (if often combining a few of the smaller ones) and came in black, white, and even the occasional cool green. The many series of these trays, with some also including low-depth snack bowls, is identifiable for the wave-like swirl detail decorating the rim. The original hand-painted series was produced in the 1950s by Nash Co. of New York, with the most notable line sporting a sharp speckled gold finish. However, there were other manufacturers such as Meldrums Manufacturing of St. Paul, Minnesota. All stuck close to the same design. These trays and bowls were found in popular roadside restaurant gift shops from the late 1950s into the 1970s, places such as Stuckey's (southern U.S., Midwest and Plains states), Howard Johnsons (starting in the Northeast, but having spread coast to coast by the 1960s), as well as in stand-alone souvenir shops and even popular department stores all across America. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Used Very Good. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocal \/ Regional Areas. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11\" diameter x 0.5\" deep (3\" diameter for each coaster) \/ 12 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Regionals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45666120335617,"sku":"M1MTWYO00170","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3264\/0513\/files\/wyoming-black-serving-tray-01-9492_487bcf3c-d817-4929-af8a-3c349a7ca4a7.jpg?v=1729020658"},{"product_id":"3d-wooden-plaque-musical-instruments-and-map-of-puerto-rico","title":"Puerto Rico 3D Wooden Plaque With Map \u0026 Miniature Replicas Of Island’s Musical Instruments","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATLANTIC SOUTH.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative Collage, Wall Hanging, c. 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As part of the design, these trays often included miniature state site illustrations. But given the amount of space, this tray sticks to showcasing Diamond Head on O’ahu and Mt. Mauna Loa on “The Big Island,” Hawai’i. And yet all the main islands are here (from west to east): Niʻihau, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Kahoʻolawe, Maui, Hawaiʻi. The place name map is ringed by two colored decorative elements: the Hibiscus and Orchid flowers. The front is close to “like new” condition (the back of the tray receiving less kind treatment through the years). The gold map outline, gold rim with black wave element, and gold back point to this being an original Nash Co. production. It comes with one of the original two pack-of-3 coaster sets … The combination of detailed state map and regional decoration was the pattern for this popular home decor \/ barware souvenir. 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These trays and bowls were found in popular roadside restaurant gift shops from the late 1950s into the 1970s, places such as Stuckey's (southern U.S., Midwest and Plains states), Howard Johnsons (starting in the Northeast, but having spread coast to coast by the 1960s), as well as in stand-alone souvenir shops and even popular department stores all across America. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNiʻihau, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Kahoʻolawe, Maui, Hawaiʻi. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Used Very Good. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocal \/ Regional Areas. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 11\" diameter x 0.5\" deep (3\" diameter for each coaster) \/ 10 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Regionals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45779103383809,"sku":"M1SWHAW00061","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3264\/0513\/files\/hawaii-souvenir-metal-serving-tray-01-9809.jpg?v=1732049257"},{"product_id":"souvenir-folder-of-ciudad-juarez-old-mexico-accordion-postcard-set","title":"Souvenir Folder of Ciudad Juarez Old Mexico \/ Accordion Postcard Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEXICO. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccordion Postcard Set Folder, Souvenir, c. 1930s. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e(This postcard folder ships for free inside a rigid Ultra•Pro® toploader to protect it during shipping.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eProjecting a decidedly modern character, the illustrations depicting this international border city directly across from El Paso, Texas, lean towards “tourist-y.” The sets touts a copyright date of MCMXLIII (1943 for those not up on their Roman numerals), though the vehicle style alone could peg this set to the early 1940s. Most of the front 9 cards showcase markets and cafes, a “lure” to those back in the States receiving such sets in the mail. This set was sent to a Miss Sayers back in Pennsylvania by “Tony,” perhaps a beau? His note: “Having a swell trip, wish you were here. Love always.” Both sides highlight night clubs, another decided draw in the day, if only for their notoriously lax laws. The back 9 include a few historical cards: a bull fight, theaters, and the Old Guadalupe Mission dating to 1549 … Postcard accordion folders became ubiquitous in step with the popularity of motorized tourist travel. The first postcard folders trace to the early 20th-century. But it was in the mid-1930s when these fold-out mailers gained brilliant color. From that point through into the 1960s, and by way of far-flung post offices the nation over, a flood of these postcard folders found their way to friends and family from tourists taking in the diverse sites and attractions all across North America. The sharp commercial-art style illustration indicative of mid-century America, with covers printed on a tough linen paper, makes the souvenir sets of especially the late 1930s-1950s pop over half a century later—full-color photographs having arrived to these postcard folders by the 1960s … [Condition: For an accordion set sent through the mail, this folder is in fantastic shape, proof of the durability of their linen-tough covers. The colors are still so vibrant they jump off the cover and cards. 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As part of the design, these trays also included miniature illustrations, Alabama’s unique in that it mostly showcases the state’s outdoor recreation opportunities, less a string of landmarks (as is more common to these trays). The detailed place name map is accompanied by a colored decorative element, in this case the beautiful flower of the camellia. In near mint condition, this and the lot of trays it was a part of were likely purchased in the late 1950s to be sold as souvenirs. But given the “Like New” condition, our guess is that for whatever reason they never were. Aside from the remnants of a mounting sticker on its bright gold back, this tray is as fine an example of the series as we have seen … The combination of detailed state map and regional decoration was the pattern for this popular home decor \/ barware souvenir. 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The sharp commercial-art style illustration indicative of mid-century America, with covers printed on a tough linen paper, makes the souvenir sets of especially the late 1930s-1950s pop over half a century later—full-color photographs having arrived to these postcard folders by the 1960s … [Condition: In solid shape for its age. The vivid greens indicative of Chattanooga in spring and summer still leaps off the cards. There is only some minor edge-wear on the covers. 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Created by way of a finely detailed mold, the bold copper color is unique aside other such tray series produced during the decade following World War II. Though many of these small souvenir trays were made for use as ashtrays, this tray seems not to fit that particular use. The deep relief and lack of cigarette rest notches has us thinking it was designed more for rings and small jewelry. Either way, it shows no sign of every being used as an ashtray, or of ever having been used beyond decoration. And if so, that would suit this fine piece well enough. Again, the deep 3D relief rim is crowded with state character and landmarks. The top half is devoted to outdoor scenes: from the required “bucking bronco,” a deer, bison, and pheasant, to canoeing, sailing, and fishing; the bottom half highlighting Mt. 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Motorized tourism immediately followed, even the Great Depression doing little to dampen the spirit and probably expanding it given how relatively cheap it was to enjoy a day out on the road. What definitely expanded was boosterism designed to get folks onto the roads, with the most scenic pikes capturing the public’s attention. At almost 400 miles from Port Jervis, New York, in the east to Lake Erie in the west, the Roosevelt Highway was one such road. 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The state trays featured a map that played very loose with actual locations, the point more so to pack in all the notable spots, Ohio’s highlighting (from east to west) Akron, Youngstown, Massillon, and Steubenville all in a larger stack of place names, primitive almost stick figure style visuals of fishing, an Indian village, a sailboat, and more. As with all the small trays in this souvenir series, it bears the mark: “Made in Japan.” This will seem curious considering the violent events of the early-mid 20th century. Here is a bit more background … Following Japan’s surrender in September 1945 ending World War II, Japan was a military occupied country. This continued until the San Francisco Peace Treaty of 1952 returned national sovereignty to the island nation. 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It was clearly never utilized for its intended purpose: as a trip memento sent back to those at home. But in that we are the beneficiaries. Covering the “49th state,” these visuals lean into a view of Alaska that few have, its (albeit short) spring and summer months: a montage of beautiful wildflowers, a paddle-wheel steam boat on, likely, the Yukon River, plus multiple lush green and wildflower strewn foregrounds running out to distant horizons capped by mighty snow-topped peaks. But the folder would be remiss without engaging with the state’s northern climes with photos of dog sledding, snow-bound fishing vessels, and perhaps our favorite: a time-lapse showing the perpetual horizon-bounce of the midnight sun. 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We see motorists stopped along a stretch with only ocean to either side or “off to sea with no seasickness,” Key West’s first house built in 1825 of cedar, a row of cabanas on Rest Beach, Fort Jefferson on the distant Dry Tortugas, a “Beautiful Palm-Lined Drive,” and many more. The set reminds us: “Key West, where the sun rises and sets in the sea” … Postcard accordion folders became ubiquitous in step with the popularity of motorized tourist travel. The first postcard folders trace to the early 20th-century. But it was in the late 1930s when these fold-out mailers gained brilliant color. From the 1940s through the 1960s, and by way of far-flung post offices the nation over, a flood of these postcard folders found their way to friends and family from tourists taking in the wildly diverse sites and attractions across North America. 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This set falls into a more colonial version of such promotion. Though Cuban culture itself is documented and even celebrated, it is clear that this is a promotion for Cuba (then a U.S. protectorate) as “western world playground.” Tobacco and pineapple plantations are lumped in as simple “lovelies” akin to the, then, new Presidential Palace, the National Casino, and the Rancho Boyeros Airport. But it must be said, this accordion postcard folder set may be the finest we have ever seen, condition-wise. The vibrant illustrative visuals, if more colonial in subject than not, still jump off these cards: the U.S.S. Maine Memorial, The Playa, the Zoo (a card with an uncharacteristic error in the printing, being slightly off color-to-color), etc. etc. It seems to us that this set could have been printed and bought yesterday, it has been so well preserved … Postcard accordion folders became ubiquitous in step with the popularity of motorized tourist travel. 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The 1939 World’s Fair was an enormous advertisement, part philosophy \/ part imagineering, in selling a future built on wonder and relentless betterment through progress. “Progress” is the word that comes up over and again. And so, it comes as no shock that this was an extremely popular event in its day coming on the heels of the Great Depression and but a few tense months away from the start of the most destructive war the world would ever see. Still, to step through these brilliant 18 images—The Bridge of Tomorrow and The Bridge of Wings, The Glass Center and landmark Trylon and Perisphere (a giant spike and sphere that would become the symbolic visual of the fair)—is to buy in, to want the buzz to be that sparkling, the glow of neon that radiant, its massive streamlined and aeronautical exhibit buildings to usher in that bright future by will alone. 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