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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 2004

Page

35

Helmets of Fame Sell in Auction Showcasing Sports Icons

A helmet worn by former Miami Dolphin Larry Csonka sold for 5707 dollars and a Lance Armstrong Tour de France helmet fetched 12235 dollars in a recent auction. The sale highlights cycling’s global appeal surpassing football for some audiences.

Miami Larry Csonka Lance Armstrong Armstrong Csonka

Rock fans embrace patriotism with Bruce Springsteen relic

An autographed Born in the U.S.A. copy sold at auction for 4222 dollars signaling the reverse of rock’s anti patriotism trend as fans and bands adopt red white and blue imagery and themes.

Bruce Springsteen U.S.A

Ring of youth toys flicker rings bring retro heroes

Playing Mantis releases metal flicker rings echoing 1950s and 60s rings. Images of Spider-Man Daredevil Cyclops Wolverine and the Incredible Hulk appear on metal rings whose pictures flicker when moved.

Spider-Man Wolverine Hollywood Daredevil Cyclops the Incredible Hulk

Collectibles Directory Promotion Promises Broad Information

An advertisement points readers to www.collectcom for diverse collectibles information. It emphasizes variety and access to sources without detailing specific items or events.

Collectcom

Daguerreotypes Attract Dog Lovers And Collectors

Gary Bart of California collects daguerreotypes dating 1840 to 1855 focusing on images with dogs. The early photos show 1 to 2 1/2 inch portraits, often fragile and framed under glass. Bart notes the black or black and tan terrier as the era’s most popular dog and urges research and cohesive collecting to protect value.

Gary Bart California Judy Penz Sheluk Antique Trader Magazine Bart DCI

Million-franc stamp sells for record Paris auction

Experts call the 1849 four-stamp block the most famous French philatelic item. A tête-bêche 1-franc vermilion pair, expected at 700000 to 935000, sold for over 1100000 at a Paris Spink Behr sale. A Puccini Tosca poster by Adolfo Hohenstein fetched 17000 at Swann Galleries.

France Paris Spink & Son London Behr Giacomo Puccini Swann Galleries Adolfo

Value of 1985 Cabbage Patch dolls and pony

A reader asks about Xavier Roberts Georgia originals with adoption certificates. Expert answers that 1980s Cabbage Patch dolls remain common. individual pieces are unlikely to be worth more than about 20 dollars, even with certificates. a photo and detailed description are advised for appraisal requests.

Georgia Xavier Roberts Sharon Korbeck Ediioral Toy Shop Magazine

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