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Lot 103

New York World's Fair Ephemera

Estimate: $80 - $120

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A Group of New York World's Fair Ephemera, 1939-1940,
Comprising a book, 3 ads, Life Magazine July 3, 1939, National Geographic , Met Life booklet, and a sheet of NYWF 3 cent stamps. Including a 1939 Christmas seals sheet and a Wizard of Oz stamp.

Life Dimensions: H: 1/8 x W: 10 1/2 x D: 14 in.

Condition

Cover of stamp folder does not reveal current contents. Wear commensurate with age.

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