Posted 2 years ago
Toyman
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I like this kinda stuff.Does any one know about this kind of advertising items ? I hope you all like it.
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you keep deleting peoples' comments and pretty soon no one wants to help or comment anymore :( sorry.
Sorry won't remove you
http://abagaylesbooks.com/catalog/i106.html
"1949 Multi Prod. Inc. Made in USA. Used for promotional advertisement. The underpants on the little boy was coated and used as a barometer. Turning blue for sunny days and pink for rainy days. "
Oh thanks Yep thats is it.
items like this are also referred to as black americana. if you google 'black americana thermometer' you will find more information on this piece.
Yes I love sambo stuff .Did you see black rag sheet music.That was posted a day ago.
Not P.C. today !
Hi toyman,
This piece is from the 1940's or 50's.I only know because my grandfather had one just like it.When we were children we found it fascinating because of the way the pants turned colors.My grandparents also lived in TN and they had very lively rain and lightning storms in the summer so we were always able to tell when one was approaching and it was pretty accurate.This item was passed down to my brother who still has it in his collection.I will look for that brooch you mentioned,my favorite thing to collect is old costume jewelry.
I have one of these that belonged to my late Grandmother. Mine is in mint condition. As a little kid, I too was fascinated by this little guy. I still look at him and smile.
Thats funny debbie so many things that we have and there memories.Thank for chat feel free to anytime.
I have one of those also. I look at him and smile too, although it is probably for a completely different reason.
You say probably.Your not sure? slaphappy
Be careful...I have seen repros
He Is the real deal joanne
Thanks officialfuel
Does anyone buy these figurines for collector items?
http://www.ferris.edu/htmls/news/jimcrow/index.htm
Edgy ,,,, but still historically interesting and important and fun.. Cool piece