FELIX THE CAT SPARKLER EARLY VERSION.
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Winning Bid:
$375.00
Bids:
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Bidding Ended:
Thursday, April 21, 2005 1:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Thursday, April 21, 2005 1:00:00 PM)
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Auction:
Auction #183 - Part II
Item numbers 1292-2528 in auction 183
Value Code:
I - $400 to $700 Help Icon
Item Description
2.5x2.5" tin face w/text on bow below reading "Felix" in the center and sides reading "© By Pat Sullivan." Face is attached to 5" tall spring-action mechanism w/plunger that when activated, spins circular disk behind Felix's face. Face has diecut holes at eyes and mouth. When back piece spins, sparks are to appear in eyes, mouth and around head. Plunger and mechanism work but flint that originally produced sparks is missing. The one we are offering is an earlier version of the c. 1925-1927 variety. This has smaller ears and a more narrow face. Face remains glossy. Displays Exc.
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