Ny World's Fair Collectibles, 1964-1965 (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) [Paperback]

Joyce Grant (Author)

Book Description

Series: A Schiffer Book for Collectors | Publication Date: January 1999

Amid the turmoil of the 1960s, the 1964-65 NY World's Fair was a welcomed break that gave a glimpse into the upcoming high-tech age. It was here that visitors would see such things as touch tone phones, picturephones, animatronics & computers for the first time. During the Fair's 2-year run, thousands of souvenirs were sold, and free brochures and pins were given to fairgoers. Today, these items are highly sought after by collectors and those who want to relive their days at the fair. Over 600 color photos along with a price guide illustrate the huge array of collectibles from this fair. Shown also are rare items used in the everyday operations by the employees who worked there.

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About the Author

Joyce Grant is an entrepreneur and collector who has been selling 1960's toys & memorabilia (including NY World's Fair items), on her website TimeWarp Toys, since 1996. Joyce is co-owner of Phoenicia Antique Center & Dustbusters Cleaning Service. She lives in the Catskill Mountains in Upstate NY, with her husband & two children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Pub Ltd; 1 edition (January 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764307320
• ISBN-13: 978-0764307324
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,735,149 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars so glad i found this book, January 10, 2001

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This review is from: Ny World's Fair Collectibles, 1964-1965 (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Paperback)

I first saw this wonderful book at the Queens Museum of Art gift shop in New York at the site of the 2 New york world's fairs (1939 & 1964). The items are very well catalogued and fascinating to look at. I am an artist who likes to paint images of these fairs, and this book is an invaluable resource to me. Thank you for it!