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Century of Progress Postcard Collection (115708)

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Century of Progress Postcard Collection (115708)

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This a collection of about 350 mostly colorful prints, with a few RPC's celebrating Chicago's Worlds Fair of 1933. A Century of Progress International Exposition, also known as The Chicago World's Fair, was a World's Fair held in the city of Chicago, Illinois, United States from 1933 to 1934. The fair, registered under the Bureau International Expositions, celebrated the city's centennial. The cards are in excellent condition and wide ranging in content. A rare find and well worth the price.
Provenance: John Reynolds Collection
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State: Illinois
City/County: Chicago
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Century of Progress Postcard Collection (115708)

Name: Century of Progress Postcard Collection (115708)
SKU: 83609643
Price: 225 USD
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Estimate $300 - $600

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