Category Archives: Memorabilia

Memorabilia

Tape cassette: Pünktchen Pünktchen

Posted on January 27, 2011 by accidentallyantique

This tape cassette may feature grimly-smiling Western Europeans, but the solid nature of its font betrays its communist origins. Beloved by the wife of Chairman Mao, this cassette was played at official functions and gatherings throughout the course of China’s … Continue reading →

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Red and white training shoe

Posted on January 26, 2011 by accidentallyantique

I very nearly felt bad about posting later than usual, but then I remembered I have this stunning artifact to placate you all with. This remarkable piece of footwear was worn by American president Richard Nixon the day he was … Continue reading →

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RESCUED: Little Tykes cassette player

Posted on January 21, 2011 by accidentallyantique

Although not worth as much as some of our other pieces, this child’s cassette player has a lot of potential as an investment. As a child growing up in a poor family in New York, little Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta … Continue reading →

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RESCUED: White Musk body lotion (used)

Posted on January 18, 2011 by accidentallyantique

It is a source of constant amazement to find what one can pick up in charity shops. Our expert was speechless to discover that these incredibly precious items were being sold at a price which is beyond insulting to all … Continue reading →

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Tape cassette: Valses Venezolanos

Posted on January 18, 2011 by accidentallyantique

Most rock fans know that before joining The Rolling Stones, music legend Sir Mick Jagger studied at the London School of Economics. This is indeed the case: but a lesser-known fact is that he took time out of his studies … Continue reading →

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