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(Lot) Souvenir Architectural Building Models & Statuettes

Price realized
$1,080
Pre-sale estimate
$80 – $150
Hammer price
$850
Category
Metal & Woodwork
Sold
September 6, 2024
Sale
DAY 1- SPECTACULAR SEPTEMBER ANTIQUES & ESTATES AUCTION

Lot description

(lot) Souvenir and commemorative architectural models, comprising buildings and tourist attractions, various materials and finishes, including salt and pepper shakers, statuettes, ashtrays, and coin banks, highlights include: (1) desk set commemorating the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy, Elm Street, Dallas, Texas, fitted with half-dollar coin and calligraphy pen, (1) Davy Crockett at the Alamo coin bank, (1) Eternal Light Peace Memorial Monument, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, (1) Citizen's National Bank, Abilene, Texas, (1) Gibraltar Savings Association, Houston, Texas, (1) Boulder Dam, (2) Saint Rumbold's Cathedrals, (1) Las Vegas Stratosphere Tower, (1) Colossus of Rhodes, largest: approx 8"h, 7.5"w, 5.75"d, 59lbs total Note: THERE ARE NO CONDITION REPORTS AVAILABLE ON THE SOUVENIR LOTS. This lot contains both vintage and newer items. Many will have small imperfections, dents and minor loss.  Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there are no refunds based on condition Provenance: from a fine Houston estate

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.