I have an original full page color ad from the April 16th, 1939 Indianapolis Sunday Star newspaper. It is a fiesta
ware promotional offer made by Block's Department Store, featuring a 109 pc. tableware service for 8 which sold for $14.95. It's in great shape with bright, sharp colors, but has 2 small flaws: as it had been stored folded for decades, some kind of little critter must have nibbled at one of the folded creases, with the result that two small holes appear when the page is unfolded, one near the top, one toward the bottom. I've had this framed with non-acidic backing, so the holes, which are about 1"x 1/8" in size appear slightly lighter in color than the surrounding area. I have taken photos, which have some reflection, but again, this item has no other flaws except the ones I described above; it is over 7 decades old and is beautiful! I understand these are rare, and would like to get some idea of it's value, as we might want to add it to a group of other vintage items we plan to insure. I tried researching online and only came up with a reprint auction on ebay. Thanks!
Description
Category
Other
Medium
newspaper
Distinguishing marks
Name and date of newspaper (Indianapolis Sunday Star, April 16, 1939) I did not think to take photos of the other side of the page in order to authenticate it before I had it framed, or I would be adding that as well. Live and learn.
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
21" long, 15" wide.
Date Period
1939
Weight
Heh.
History
Apparently some lady back id depression era Indianapolis cut this out of the Sunday newspaper and saved it, intending to take advantage of the promotional offer shown. It had been placed with other items, recipes and such.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
This came in a sandwich sized zip lock bag with other old paper items. I paid 5.00 dollars for the bag.
For Sale?
No
Re: Vintage Newspaper Advertisement
Will try to provide photos with less glare upon request.