Coca Cola Collectibles (99925)

Description LTC (Dec.) Thomas M. Johnson collected Coca Cola memorabilia dating as far back as when his family owned the Coca Cola Bottling Company in Cleveland, Tennessee. The entire collection includes: Nine (9) different 1992 Coca Cola stick pins commemorating the 1992 Olympic Games including the “Barcelona ’92” Olympic rings, the United States and the individual United States teams of Track and Field, Wrestling, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Boxing, Cycling and Diving. Never assembled, in its original box is this Great Olympic Moments display plaque from The Franklin Mint in 1972. Includes all original unpackaged items of 16 solid bronze coins, a booklet with each Olympian’s story, instructions, registration card and rubber gloves. Ford Roadster Ref. 9502 die cast metal toy vehicle in box from 1979. A half gross of No. 2 lead pencils. Two (2) 1 1/2 inch tall Coca-Cola bottle replicas on a bead connector clasp ball keychain. One (1) popcorn tin measuring 11 1/2 inches tall and 10 inches in diameter. Marketed by the Makers of Matchbox Collectibles comes this Coca-Cola Brand semi truck from the “Coke Around the World” collection representing Germany. Notice “trink” for drink, “Stets eiskalt” for Always Ice Cold and “Herbstfreuden warten auf dich!” saying Autumn delights await you! It is still in its original packaging that is in remarkable shape. Windchimes look to be homemade with one flattened 6 1/2 ounce sized Coca-Cola bottle surrounded by four flattened clear glass jars – two each of two different sizes. Four (4) Christmas ornaments still in boxes, though some boxes are worse for wear than others. 1. Santa at his desk reading Christmas cards. 2. Santa reading a note on the mantle. 3. Santa in chair with elves taking off his boots, putting on his slippers and pouring him a Coca-Cola. 4. Santa taking a Coke break beside a train set. 1993 limited edition 2 decks of Coca-Cola brand nostalgia playing cards in metal tins, still in box. Seven (7) decks of playing cards. Four (4) decks of 1963 “things go better with Coke” featuring a couple and puppy taking a break from planting a tree still sealed in cellophane wrapper. One (1) deck of 1963 “Girl Serving Coke” also sealed in original cellophane wrapper. One (1) deck of 1958 “Play Refreshed” still sealed with the tax stamp. One (1) deck of 1961 “Coke Refreshes You Best! that is opened. Fifty two (52) cards are there with no jokers. Box and cards are a little worn. Canvas carry bag centennial celebration. Plush bean bag polar bear in striped vest from 1999. 1929 Lockheed Air Express Metal Coin Bank in unopened box. 1932 Northrup Gamma Die Cast Metal Coin Bank in unopened box. Two (2) change trays. “The Betty Girl” from 1914. One (1) Betty Girl 1914 tray. One (1) Hamilton King Girl tray from 1913. There is one rust hole all the way through the tray on her hat rim below the rose. One (1) Flapper Girl 1923 tray. One (1) Garden Girl tray from 1920. Two (2) Girl in Afternoon with Bottle 1938 trays. One is in a protective plastic sleeve. One (1) Girl at Party tray from 1925. It is slightly dented upward near the top right corner. Two (2) Girl on Spring Board trays from 1939. Two (2) Sailor Girl trays from 1940. Two (2) Girl with Ice Skates on Log with Bottle trays from 1941. Four (4) Two Women at Car with Bottles 1942 trays. This was the last tray procured until the end of World War II. Two (2) Girl with Wind in Her Hair trays from 1950. One is in a protective plastic sleeve. One (1) tray commemorating 100 years, 1894-1994 in Vicksburg, Mississippi. One (1) Menu Girl 1950 tray. Santa Claus tray. One (1) round tray commemorating the 85th anniversary featuring Joseph Biedenharn and his story on the back from 1979. The Drink of All the Year poster from The Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta, Georgia 1986. It says “Fresh, with the fragrance of Springtime – Sweet, with the ripe fuits of Summer – Red, with the blushes of Autumn – Chilled, with the white snows of Winter. The delicious gift of all seasons – the refreshing drink of the year.” Also in small writing is “Demand the genuine by full name – nicknames encourage substitution.” It has been stored rolled up, therefore contains wrinkles and one minimal tear near the bottom right. Two (2) “Coke Goes to War” books by V. Dennis Wrynn in 1996. Both in perfect condition. One (1) 10″ x 7″ advertisement dated 1951 in a modern frame including slogans of “Thirst asks nothing more” and “Yes sir, everybody knows ice-cold Coca-Cola is delicious and refreshing.” with a Marine Soldier. One (1) 8″ x 10″ photograph of the U.S. Post Office in Sprott, Alabama with a drink Coca-Cola sign. A total of twelve (12) small advertising cardboards measuring 7 1/2 inches by 3 1/2 inches; five (5) “Drink Coca-Cola Delicious and Refreshing” from 1951, three (3) “Good!” from 1953, one (1) “Friendliest drink on earth” from 1956, and three (3) “Over 60 million a day” in which one (1) is bent on the top right. All others in perfect condition. Annual Reports from 1988, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1994, 1995, 1997, 2000 and 2017 all in perfect condition. Eleven (11) “Pause for Living” booklets measuring 8 1/4″ x 5 1/2″ including Spring 1961, Winter 64-65, Autumn 65, Summer 66, Autumn 66, Autumn 67, Spring 68, Winter 68-69, Spring 69, Summer 69, Winter 69-70. All in virtually perfect condition. One (1) Tokyo tower observation ticket. 1971 Wall Calendar One (1) paper label as seen from 1900-1916 on a 6 1/2 ounce bottle. This label is copyrighted 1907. It is preserved in a cardboard framed box with a plastic see-through top. The Collectors Club Newspaper – not dated. Ten (10) glossy 8″ x 10″ photos of various soldiers and/or bottling scenes. Miscellaneous newspaper articles regarding collecting Coca-Cola memorabilia. Letters dated 1970 regarding and including The University of Alabama research paper written by Tom Johnson entitled “The Early History of Coca-Cola” and an 8″ x 10″ glossy photograph of an early bottle as described in the letter. A letter dated 1973 regarding and including an article written by Tom Johnson entitled “The Ubiquitous Coke Bottle”. A collection of “Our America” student/teacher activity books that are not dated, but would guess to be from the 1950’s or 60’s that are in brand new condition and never been used. The subjects include “Electricity – a modern power”, “Cotton – material for a thousand needs”, (2) “Lumber – trees, timber, wood products”, “Glass – for daily use, beauty and science”, (2) “Motion Pictures – Drama, Current Events, Education”, “Steel – a modern essential”, and “Oil – a modern necessity”. A collection of books, magazines and paper items including, but not limited to Warman’s Today’s Collector magazine, Cleveland Coca-Cola Bottling Company letterhead and financial statement from December 31, 1962, The Coca-Cola Bottler July 1946 magazine, (2) BJ Summers Guide to Coca-Cola from 1997, (2) Goldstein’s Coca-Cola Collectibles (1991 & 1993), December 1997 Sky magazine featuring Coca-Cola Santa on the cover, “Bottlers of Coca-Cola” by Bill Rickets (1973), The Coca-Cola Clan Membership Directory (1978-1980), BJ Summers Pocket Guide to Coca-Cola (1998), (2) A Catalog of Metal Service Trays and Art Plates (1970), Coca-Cola An Illustrated History by Pat Watters (1978), The Illustrated Guide to the Collectibles of Coca-Cola by Cecil Munsey (1972), (2) Official Coca-Cola Collectibles Price Guide by Cecil Munsey & Allan Petretti (1980-1981), (12) The Cola Call magazines, and (2) Cola Call classifieds. Nineteen (19) 15″ x 13″ cardboard lithograph prints from 1943 by artist Heasup depicting different aircraft scenes of the U.S. Army Air Force and the U.S. Navy, all in protective plastic sleeves. Four (4) Johnson Youth Classic 1984, 10 ounce, No Refill, unopened bottles with the 1983 First Winner Division listed on the back: 12 & under – Blue Birds, Knoxville, TN; 16 & under – Patriots, Tifton, GA; 18 & under – P.B.S. Sunshiners, Jacksonville, FL. One (1) “World’s 1st Coca-Cola Bottling Company Chattanooga 1899-1974 75th Anniversary” bottle which is painted on the back. “Bottled Under Authority of the Coca-Cola Co. Atlanta, GA Commemorative Bottle” painted on the front to replicate the old paper decal. 10 ounce size, unopened. One bottle (1) with paper label stating Bottled Under the Authority of the Coca-Cola Co, Atlanta, Georgia and minimum 6 1/2 ounces from 1907. The glass is molded with Bottling WKS. Greenwood, SC. One Coca-Cola Bottling Company Omaha, Nebraska bottle contents 7 1/2 fluid ounces with C.C. on the bottom. One (1) foreign bottle. One (1) bottle that is broken at the top rim that states Cleveland Bottling Works, C.A. Mee Manager, Cleveland, Tennessee. One (1) Crimson Tide Paul “Bear” Bryant – The Winningest Football Coach in Collegiate History “Coke & The “Bear” A Winning Pair” on the front. Historical Milestones: National Championship 1961, 1964, 1965, 1973, 1978, 1979; Significant Victories: #1 Maryland 60 – Guilford 6, #100 Alabama 19 – Tulane 7, #200 Alabama 17 – So. Cal. 10, #300 Alabama 45 – Kentucky 0, #315 Alabama 28 – Auburn 17 on the back. 10 ounce size, unopened. One (1) bottle melted into an ashtray. One (1) Coca-Cola drinking glass. One (1) red leather covered 10 ounce size bottle with cork top. One (1) “Grand Opening Johnston Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Cleveland, Tennessee May 1976” which is painted on the back. “Bottled Under Authority of the Coca-Cola Co. Atlanta, GA Commemorative Bottle” painted on the front to replicate the old paper decal. 10 ounce size, unopened. One (1) Joseph A. Biedenharn – First Bottler of Coca Cola 1894-1994 Vicksburg, 8 ounce, unopened. One (1) Marine Corps University 25th Anniversary 1980-2005, 8 ounce unopened. One (1) Atlanta 1996 Olympic “Nr. 1 von 12” Radfaren on bicycle. “EAN – Code Nr.:544 90703”, “Offizieller Fōrderer”, Schutzmarke 0,331″, “Koffeinhaltige Limonade” 38 mm.