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Dec 22

by Rich Benvin in Memorabilia, Music, People, Stamps 0 comments tags: artists, Bob Marley, Bobby Kosser, collection, Jamaica, memorabilia, music, musicians, people, reggae, stamp collecting, stamps, videos

Reggae Star Bob Marley Official First Day Cover Stamps From Jamaica 1981

Bob Marley is the “Reggae King.” He’s the Jamaican musician, singer & songwriter most responsible for reggae’s international success. A pioneer who’s earliest fame came with good friends Peter Tosh & Bunny Wailer as Bob Marley & The Wailers. “Simmer Down” was one of their ska classics. Bob drove a BMW not because he loved the car. It’s because he loved the letters BMW. They stood for Bob Marley & the Wailers. Bob resurrected an old time 60’s tune and turned it into a soft stoned love poem. “We’ll be together with a roof right over our head.” “We’ll share the shelter of my single bed.” This would be a popular theme as several Marley songs lead to his single bed. He’s fathered 11 children. Rumor is there’s many more. But no one’s done “The Math!” After solo careers for Bob and these Wailers, he achieved fortune, fame and an idolization that’s as powerful today as when he was gone in 1981. He’s sold 15 million albums in the U.S. and 25 million worldwide. He continues to outsell most reggae artists 30 years after his passing. Bob Marley’s estate earned $21 million last year Marley’s huge reggae influence […]

Oct 21

by Bobby Kosser in Advertisement, Memorabilia, People, Souvenirs 0 comments tags: advertising, Captain Midnight, Cereal Bowl, collection, memorabilia, mug, Ovaltine, Skippy, vintage, Wheaties

Vintage Premiums – Wheaties Children’s Cereal Bowl – Skippy Style Theme – 1930 Era Percy L. Crosby Art – Captain Midnight Ovaltine Cup Shaker – Radio Premium Advertising Treasures

Breakfast, cereals and drinks, have found premiums,to be a very successful form of advertising. Premiums, are promotional items such as toys, collectibles, souvenirs or household products. They, are linked to the breakfast product. These, gifts often require box tops, labels or proof of purchases.The more expensive premiums, require the most proof. The, 3 types of premiums, include gift with purchase, proof of purchases and in-or-on purchase packages. Many, proofs of purchases, had the consumer, receiving the most valuable premium. Both, Wheaties and Ovaltine, championed premiums desired, by their youngest market. Wheaties, is an American breakfast cereal, primarily made of wheat and bran. This, mixture is baked into flakes. Wheaties, has been a General Mills breakfast cereal, since 1922. It, was among the first offering a ready to eat cereal. The, perfect alternative to oatmeal and other cooked favorites. General Mills, offered Wheaties Premiums, as a successful formula for advertising. They, realized these “fun” gifts, strengthened consumer relationships and encouraged repeat business. Percy L.Crosby, created cartoon character “Skippy,” a rambunctious 12 year old 5th grader. The escapades, of this boy and his friends, could be found in America’s top comic strips.1924-46. His, character also starred in one of 1930’s […]

Jun 26

by Bobby Kosser in Music, People, Pinback, Souvenirs 0 comments tags: Clash, collection, Devo, Elton John, Elvis, Flashers, Led Zeppelin, memorabilia, pinbacks, promotional, Springsteen, The Beatles, Van Morrison, Vari-View

9 Promotional Music Pinbacks, Favorites. Clash,”Bollocks,” Devo, Beatles, Elvis Flashers. “Van the Man,” 1972, Barbra for McGovern, Elton, ” Led Zeppelin, Springsteen,

Collecting music pinbacks, offers a souvenir, memento, or keepsake that embraces wonderful memories. Our collections, connect us to famous musicians, shows we’ve seen and songs we love. Music pinbacks are a staple for tours, albums and iconic images, that last forever. Among, the most popular types, are “Flicker/Flashers,” radio and venue promotions, and record label classics. Responding, to endless requests. My Forever Treasures, is parting, with 9 of our valued vintage favorites. This revered collection includes, The Clash, Devo, the Beatles, Elvis, Van Morrison, Barbra, Springsteen, Elton John and Led Zeppelin. We’re, offering The Clash, “Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols,” Album pinback. An, especially rare, 1977 3″ Beauty. This, was the only studio album, recorded by the English punk rock band. Johnny Rotten’s foaming, confrontational style, made them international sensations. Devo, of “Whip It” fame, offered their iconic 1980 “Balloon Girl,” 3″ “Vari-Vue” Flicker/Flasher. A, Devo’s “Museum Quality Classic.” It’s, among the most requested, & remembered Flicker/Flasher of all. She, lets go of the balloons, & they fly away. Our, large 3″ Barbra Streisand / McGovern Fundraiser Concert pinback Apr. 15, 1972, is valued most. It’s, considered a “Crown Jewel” of pinback collecting. In, […]

Jun 12

by Bobby Kosser in Baseball Cards, Cards, People, Pinback, Souvenirs, Sports 2 comments tags: Babe Ruth, baseball cards, Berra, collection, collector, collectors, Cy Young, Ford, Mantle, pins, sports collecting, sports memorabilia, Ty Cobb, vintage, Whitey Ford, Yogi Berra

Vintage Baseball Card & Pin Celebration. 1953, Mantle, Berra, Ford. 1920, Ty Cobb Hand-Cut Treasure. 1910, Cy Young Sepia Caporal Pin. 1952, Babe Ruth Look’n See and More

For, more than a century, baseball cards, have been a prime focus, of American collectors and investors. It, continues to be, one of America’s favorite pastimes. Today, baseball card and pin collecting, has grown into a Multi-Billion Dollar industry. Sports memorabilia collecting, offers a souvenir, memento, or keepsake that embraces wonderful memories. Our collections, connect us to famous athletes/heroes. Rookie cards, Hall of Fame Players, scarcity, condition, etc. increase value. From our collection, My Forever Treasures, is pleased to part with, several of our personal favorites. 1953, Topps Baseball Cards, are considered, among the all-time prizes. Vibrant, colored portraits, are it’s trademarks. The young, close-up image/portrait, of Topps 1953 Mickey Mantle # 82 card, makes this icon’s classic, among baseball’s most valuable. Topps 1953, large 2 5/8″ x 3 3/4″ cards, have us including N.Y. Yankee heroes Yogi Berra # 104 and Whitey Ford # 207. Our, 1920 Ty Cobb. W 561-1, authentic “hand-cut” baseball card, is a museum piece. “Hand-cut,” is another popular historical variety. Cobb, was the greatest hitter of all time. .366 lifetime batting average. Our, Cy Young 1910 Sweet Caporal P2, sepia-toned baseball pin, is a collector’s “crown jewel.” Distributed, […]

Apr 02

by Bobby Kosser in Memorabilia, Movies, People, Souvenirs 0 comments tags: actress, Bette Davis, cards, classic, collection, eye candy, Hollywood, memorabilia, tobacco trade card, trade card, trading card, videos, vintage

Bette Davis Vintage 1930s Movie Star Tobacco / Cigarette Trade Card

Bette Davis, was an American actress of films, television and theater. She, is regarded as one of the greatest actresses, in Hollywood history. She excelled, at all genres. Her, greatest successes, were her roles in romantic dramas.Bette, was one of American Cinemas most celebrated leading ladies. Famous, for her forceful and intense style. B.D. was the first actress, to be nominated for 10 Acting Academy Awards. Winning, Best Actress Academy Awards, for 1936’s “Dangerous,” and 1939’s “Jezebel.” The American Film Institute, lists Bette Davis, at the top of their Best Actress List, for Classics like, “All About Eve,” “Now Voyager,” and “Dark Victory.” Critics and fans agree. This brilliant actress, is “Simply the BEST.”)) Collecting, Famous Actors, and Actresses Tobacco/ Cigarette Trade Cards, were the 1920’s-1940’s rage. Vintage, Movie Star Trade Card Collections, are still, as popular as ever. My Forever Treasures, is parting with one of Our Bette Davis Favorites. There’s no defense, for young Bette Davis’s Trade Card smile. That’s the truth.) It’s, “All About Eve,” “EYE CANDY” Time. Bette Davis 1994 A&E Biography

Jan 09

by Rich Benvin in Advertisement, Memorabilia, People, Souvenirs 1 comments tags: collection, Harold Gray Illustration 1930's, Little Orphan Annie, memorablia, mug, Orphan Annie Ovaltine 1930's Mug, Ovaltine Porcelain Mug

Vintage Harold Gray’s, Orphan Annie 1930’s, Ovaltine Porcelain Mug The Wander Co.

Illustrator, Harold Gray created the cartoon, “Little Orphan Annie,” in 1925. She became, a favorite among children. National newspaper syndication followed. Her incredible popularity, can be attributed to Annie’s success in several mediums. Newspaper comic strips, comic books and from 1930 forward, A Top Rated Radio Show. Orphan Annie’s Show, featured this bushy-haired dynamo, engaging in children’s activities, with the help of other youngsters. She, and her pals, were often chasing pirates, gangsters and other undesirables. Her huge audience, couldn’t get enough. Ovaltine, was the radio show’s sponsor. Orphan Annie, encouraged listeners to drink Ovaltine, 3 times a day. She didn’t offer it, as a milk flavoring. Annie, told her young adoring public, “Ovaltine, was a food supplement.” “Great for energy.” “Best, when enjoyed, 3 times a day.” Children, would get premiums with their purchase. Perfect, for Orphan Annie Decoder Pins. These, pins would usually tell you. = Drink More Ovaltine. Along with Sandy, her dog, Daddy Warbucks and friends like Skippy & Joe. Orphan Annie has survived the test of time. She’s enjoyed today, 90 years later. Welcome, Illustration Icon Eye Candy Time. A rare, opportunity to own a Harold Gray original illustrated 1930’s Treasure. It’s from […]

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