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Up for sale we have a original vintage 1939 New York World\'s Fair souvenir photo set, featuring 10 miniature black-and-white photographs of the famous exhibition held in Flushing Meadows, New York.This complete set comes with its original illustrated paper sleeve, marked \"New York World\'s Fair 1939 – Actual Photos 10 for 25¢\" and \"Set No. 4-3.\"The photographs capture various attractions, architectural exhibits, fountains, monuments, and landmarks from the historic World\'s Fair.Details:- Event: 1939 New York World\'s Fair
- Location: Flushing Meadows, Queens, New York
- Year: 1939
- Contents: 10 black-and-white souvenir photographs
- Original illustrated paper sleeve included
- Set Number: 4-3
- Original advertised price: 25 cents
- Features the iconic Trylon and Perisphere, exhibition buildings, sculptures, fountains, and fairground scenes
Condition:Good vintage condition overall for an item dating to 1939.All 10 photographs are present and appear well preserved, with some minor age-related wear.The original paper sleeve shows more noticeable wear, including creasing, edge wear, tears, discoloration, and paper loss/damage along the right side.Please examine all photographs carefully for exact condition.Historical Interest:The 1939 New York World\'s Fair was famously themed \"The World of Tomorrow\" and showcased futuristic architecture, technology, transportation, and visions of modern living.These souvenir photographs offer a fascinating glimpse into one of America\'s most memorable 20th-century exhibitions.An excellent collectible for enthusiasts of World\'s Fair memorabilia, vintage photography, New York history, Art Deco architecture, and historical ephemera.You will receive all 10 original vintage photographs and the original souvenir sleeve pictured.