1908 "LONG BEACH FESTIVAL OF THE SEA" COLLECTOR'S FAVORITE.| Winning Bid: | $492.80 (includes 12% Buyer's Premium) |
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| Bids: | 2 |
| Bidding Ended: | August 30, 2006 at 1:19 AM EDT |
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Auction 189 - Part I Item numbers 1 though 1010 in auction 189. |
2-1/8". Superb color and graphic design dated for Sept. 1-5 celebration hosted in Long Beach, Calif. Primary text letters are formed by sea snakes with faces. Scallop shell design encompasses mermaid in harbor waters with sailboats in bkg. A .25" fairly deep hairline scratch shows between letter "N" and "B." Similar 1/16" between "NG." Top edge of shell has 3/8" long pale tan mark. All else is glossy and Exc. with perfect centering. Small spots & surface scratches on Bastian paper. Overall VF example of one of the most stunning buttons ever issued. Scarce. (I - $400 to $700)
