Up for your consideration is an extraordinary and extremely rare Rawlings retail cardboard display, issued in promotion of the company's Mickey Mantle model "MM" fielder's glove. Please note that we have only seen one other example of this sign, and it sold at Robert Edward Auctions in 2012 for almost $4000 (see photo #6). This sign has been cut down by the original owner removing the part of the sign that showed off the glove. They kept the best part of the sign however as this features a photo of Mantle in uniform. The illustrated plaque below Mantle's image makes note of his 1956 Triple Crown Season and reads "Mickey Mantle - 'Player of The Year' 1956." Mantle was the king of the baseball world following his memorable 1956 season, which included yet another New York Yankees World Championship, and Rawlings obviously sought to capitalize on his popularity. The size of this sign was sure to catch the eye of anyone passing by, and Mantle's personal endorsement stamped in the pocket of the glove was probably more than enough to sway the decision of any red-blooded American boy.
Its visual appeal today is no less impressive, and this piece could serve as the centerpiece to any advanced Mickey Mantle or baseball-advertising collection.
The piece displays a number of minor flaws commensurate with its age and former use, including a number of moderate creases, minor surface abrasions, and a few light scratches.
While technically in Very Good condition, it still presents exceptionally well, as intended, and its rarity is such that anyone holding out hopes of finding a better example will most likely be disappointed in the long run. This is only the 2nd example we've ever seen!
$1000 $900
Up for your consideration is an original 1969 Thermos and Lunchbox by the King-Seeley Thermos Company.
This beautiful pairing shows some wear conistent with it's age and intended use.
Although it was intended for a child, it is the perfect display piece for the child inside of all of us.
About The Company
In 1960, the U.S., U.K. and Canadian companies were purchased by the King-Seeley Company to form the King-Seeley Thermos Company. In 1965, King-Seeley Thermos purchased Structo Manufacturing of Freeport, IL, a manufacturer of outdoor cooking grills. Ownership changed hands again in 1968 when King-Seeley Thermos Company became a wholly owned subsidiary of Household Finance Company of Chicago, which later became Household International. That corporation was attempting to diversify outside its consumer finance business and eventually bought and sold companies involved in transportation, retailing and manufacturing.
$85 $75
