PARKER “WHITE ELEPHANT” CLASSIC 1904 CARTOON BUTTON.
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Winning Bid:
$253.00 (Includes 15% Buyer's Premium)
Bids:
2
Bidding Ended:
Wednesday, March 18, 2015 2:00:00 AM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Wednesday, March 18, 2015 2:00:00 AM)
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Auction:
Auction #214 - Part I
Item numbers 1 through 1007 in auction 214
Value Code:
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Item Description
Hake #112. 1.5” missing the back paper which had text poking fun at the G.O.P. “White” elephant “Healthy” budget deficit of $41 million dollars. While the back paper is not present the celluloid itself is in gorgeous condition. The design abounds in political symbols and slogans. A white elephant representing the Republican party stands atop a football representing the “People” with additional text “Rah! Rah!! Rah!!! A Safety’s The Score/Parker & Davis/1904.” The elephant’s feet are bound with a metal band reading “Protection” and this leads to a ball and chain with the caption “The Trusts.” The primary rim inscription is “Uncle Sam’s ‘White’ Elephant-It’s Game/It’s Finish.” The platform and blanket on the elephant’s back refer to “Rooseveltism-Grand Old Pirate.” NM displaying Mint. Don & Mildred Wright Collection.
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