This is a vintage collector&#39;s binder of &#34;Golden Replicas of United States Stamps&#34; from 1982 to 1983, produced by the Postal Commemorative Society (PCS).  The binder has 40 replicas of historic U.S. stamps that are crafted with a thin layer of 22kt gold foil, plus 40 matching first-day-of-issue real USPS postage stamps with the same design.  Each of the 40 profiled stamps also has a card that lists the First Day of Issue, First Day City, Stamp Designer, and background information about the stamp.  Comes in a brown leatherette personalized binder.  The Postal Commemorative Society was a direct mail subscription service in the United States (circa 1980s through the early 2000s). 
The photos only show some examples of what is in the binder.  The 40 gold replica stamps and 40 matching first issue stamps include the following people and subjects: George Washington, Netherlands Recognizes US, Library of Congress, Knoxville World&#39;s Fair (4), Horatio Alger, Aging Together, The Barrymores, Dr Mary Walker, International Peace Garden, America&#39;s Libraries, Jackie Robinson, Touro Synagogue, Wolf Trap Farm Park, American Architecture (4), Frances of Assisi, Ponce de Leon, Science and Industry, Treaty Between US and Sweden, Ballooning (4), US Postal Service, Civilian Conservation Corps, Joseph Priestly, Volunteerism, German Settlers - The Concord, Physical Fitness, Brooklyn Bridge, Tennessee Valley Authority, Medal of Honor, Scott Joplin, Babe Ruth, and Nathaniel Hawthorne.
Dimensions:
Binder is approximately 11 x 9 x 3.5 inches.
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Vintage &#34;Golden Replicas of United States Stamps&#34; 1982 to 1983 in Binder (40 Gold Replica Stamps with 40 Matching Real USPS Postage Stamps)

This is a vintage collector&#39;s binder of &#34;Golden Replicas of United States Stamps&#34; from 1984 to 1985, produced by the Postal Commemorative Society (PCS).  The binder has 41 replicas of historic U.S. stamps that are crafted with a thin layer of 22kt gold foil, plus 41 matching first-day-of-issue real USPS postage stamps with the same design.  Each of the 41 profiled stamps also has a card that lists the First Day of Issue, First Day City, Stamp Designer, and background information about the stamp.  Comes in a brown leatherette personalized binder.  The Postal Commemorative Society was a direct mail subscription service in the United States (circa 1980s through the early 2000s). 
The photos only show some examples of what is in the binder.  The 41 gold replica stamps and 41 matching first issue stamps include the following people and subjects: Orchids (2), Hawaii Statehood, National Archives, Summer Olympic Games (4), Louisiana World Exposition, Health Research, Douglas Fairbanks, Jim Thorpe, John McCormack, St Lawrence Seaway, Preserving Wetlands, Roanoke Voyages, Herman Melville, Horace Moses, Forest Fire Prevention, Roberto Clemente, Dogs (4), Crime Prevention, Family Unity, Eleanor Roosevelt, A Nation of Readers, Hispanic Americans, Vienam Veterans Memorial, Jerome Kern, Abraham Baldwin, Alden Partridge, Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, Mary McLeod Bethune, Grenville Clark, Sinclair Lewis, and Folk Art Series (4).
Note: first page has a tear in plastic sleeve.
Dimensions:
Binder is approximately 11 x 9 x 3.5 inches.
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Vintage &#34;Golden Replicas of United States Stamps&#34; 1984 to 1985 in Binder (41 Gold Replica Stamps with 41 Matching Real USPS Postage Stamps)

This is a giclee print of Blue Heron (1957) by A.J. Casson.   Depicts a great blue heron soaring over a tranquil, tree-lined forest and reflective water.  Alfred Joseph Casson, (1898 – 1992) was a member of the Canadian group of artists known as the Group of Seven.  He joined the group in 1926 at the invitation of Franklin Carmichael. Casson is best known for his depictions of landscapes, forests and farms of southern Ontario, and for being the youngest member of the Group of Seven.  Note: small crease in corner - see last photo.
Dimensions:
Approximately 24 x 20 inches.
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Blue Heron (1957) by A.J. Casson - Giclee Print - 24 x 20 inches

Vintage ironwood carving of a parent bird feeding a baby bird.  Carved from a single piece of wood.  Visible woodgrain.  Impressive wingspan details.  Beautiful decor.  Similar to other 1970s pieces from Bali.
Dimensions:
Approximately 9 inches tall.
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Vintage Ironwood Bird Carving - 9 inches

Before digital concert tickets there were paper concert tickets!  This is an opportunity to go down memory lane with 19 assorted paper ticket stubs from 2003 to 2012.  The concert ticket stubs are for: Bruce Springsteen, The Tea Party, Billy Idol, Garbage, Pearl Jam, The Tragically Hip, Metric, Coldplay, Dolores O&#39;Riordan, The Cranberries, Jerry Seinfeld, Lewis Black, Just for Laughs, Metric, Guns N Roses, Rush, Alice Cooper, Aerosmith, and Shania Twain.  Comes in an album titled &#34;Concert Ticket Archive&#34; with several blank pages in the blank to add more ticket stubs.

Dimensions:
Varies.  Album is 7.5 x 8 inches.
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Concert Ticket Stub Collection (Springsteen, Aerosmith, Tragically Hip, Pearl Jam &#38; more) - 19 Ticket Stubs in Album (2003 - 2012)

This is a Monster High &#34;Draculaura&#34; vinyl figure designed and illustrated by Darko Dordevic, and released by Mattel.  The figure captures Draculaura in a dynamic pose featuring her signature pink and black aesthetic.  She has a winking expression and is dressed in Draculaura&#39;s original signature outfit.  In box.
Dimensions:
Box is 4.5 x 5 x 3 inches.  Figurine is approximately 4 inches tall.
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Monster High &#34;Draculaura&#34; (2014) - Collectible Vinyl Figure in Box

This is a Monster High &#34;Clawdeen Wolf&#34; vinyl figure released by Mattel.  The figure captures Clawdeen Wolf in a characteristic pose that reflects her fierce personality.  She is wearing her iconic original purple and gold outfit, complete with her recognizable striped boots.  In box.

Dimensions:
Box is 4.5 x 5 x 3 inches.  Figurine is approximately 4 inches tall.
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Monster High &#34;Clawdeen Wolf&#34;  (2014) - Collectible Vinyl Figure in Box

A pair of adorable vintage copper-plated baby shoes.  This trend was highly popular in the mid-20th century (specifically the 1940s through the 1960s) as nursery decor or family heirlooms. The shoes are typically made by dipping actual leather baby shoes into a metallic finish, such as bronze, brass, or copper. Hard to find.
Dimensions:
Shoes are 4.25 inches long.
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Mid-Century Copper-Plated Baby Shoes!

 Vintage Marigold Carnival Glass Pitcher.  Made of pressed glass with an iridescent, &#34;marigold&#34; or &#34;amber luster&#34; carnival glass finish.  Gives a peach-to-orange colour with distinctive metallic sheen.  Pattern is known as &#34;Cosmos&#34; (or sometimes &#34;Late Sunflower&#34;) and features applied white floral and botanical designs.  Features a built-in &#34;ice lip&#34; near the spout.  This style of glassware was popular in the mid-20th century, specifically from the 1940s through the 1950s.  It was manufactured in the USA by the Jeannette Glass Company.   
Dimensions:
Approximately 10 inches tall and 56 oz capacity.
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Vintage Marigold Carnival Glass Pitcher - 10 inches

This is a giclee print of Northern Painting (1924) by Lawren Harris.  Lawren Harris (1885 - 1970) was the driving force and a founding member of Canada’s renowned Group of Seven.  His iconic &#34;Northern Paintings&#34; are celebrated for their austere, geometric, and spiritual interpretations of the Canadian wilderness.  He redefined the Canadian landscape by stripping away unnecessary details to monumental effect.  
Dimensions:
Approximately 24 x 20 inches.
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Northern Painting (1924) by Lawren Harris - Giclee Print - 24 x 20 inches

Beautiful small wood duck handmade by Jim Harkness.  Bottom reads: Canvasback, Jim Harkness, Stayner, Ontario, 1988.  Note: The canvasback is a species of diving duck found in North America.  Note: bit of roughness on beak - see last photo.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8 inches long.
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Vintage Canvasback Wood Duck (1988) by Jim Harkness - 8 inches

Vintage dark wood storage box.  Labelled: Booth&#39;s Distilleries Ltd, London, England, 12 Bottles.  Shows some wear and age.  Sturdy.
Dimensions:
Approximately 12.5 x 21 x 10.5 inches.
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Vintage &#34;Booth&#39;s Distilleries Ltd&#34; Wood Box - 12.5 x 21 x 10.5 inches

A pair of classic leather library chairs (or armchairs) featuring a traditional silhouette, characterized by their substantial scale and timeless design elements.  The armrests have a gentle, outward roll.  Tapered wood feet.  Rich chestnut brown Italian leather.   The back and seat cushions are zippered and removable, and have been made with a combination of down and foam.  Note: very small tear at back corner of one chair - see third last photo.
Dimensions:
Approximately 29 inches wide x 32 inches deep x 36 inches tall.
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Brown Italian Leather Library Chairs - With Down - Lot of 2

A pair of footed cups and saucers from the Harlequin pattern by Denby.  The Harlequin design, introduced in 1992 and produced until approximately 2004, is characterized by its bold colours and a speckled stoneware finish.  The cups features a teal green exterior with a crimson red interior, complemented by matching saucers with a red center and green rim.  Made in England.  Dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe.
Dimensions:
Cup dimensions  approximately 3 to 3.25 inches in height and diameter, and holds about 8 oz.  Saucer dimensions  approximately 6 inches in diameter.
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DENBY &#34;Harlequin&#34; Cup &#38; Saucer Sets - Made in England - Lot of 2

Handcrafted ceramic sculpture of a slipper-type shoe.  It is a decorative piece of art that can also function as a paperweight.  While appearing to be made of aged, distressed leather, the piece is actually a light gray ceramic with glazed finish.  Signature on bottom appears to read &#34;Morecord&#34; or a similar name.  

Dimensions:
Approximately 9 inches long.
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Ceramic Shoe Sculpture - Signed - 9 inches

Ivan Franko (1856–1916) was one of Ukraine’s most influential writers, political activists, and scholars.  He was a prolific author of over 1,000 works, including novels (Zakhar Berkut), poems (Moses), and plays (Stolen Happiness), and was nominated for a Nobel Prize in Literature.  He was also an ardent advocate for Ukrainian independence and human rights.  Made of heavy resin material.
Dimensions:
Approximately 9.5 inches tall and 7.5 inches wide.
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Bust of Ivan Franko - Famous Ukranian - 9.5 inches tall

Handcarved duck wood bowl.  Likely vintage.  Rustic folk art / cabin decor.  The bowl is crafted in the form of a duck with a stylized head with glass eyes, an elongated neck, and a hollowed body that serves as the bowl or trough.  Deep reddish brown.  Note: shows some wear from age - see photos.
Dimensions:
Approximately 15 inches long x 7.5 inches wide x 8 inches tall.
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Handcarved Duck Wood Bowl - 15 inches

Two (2) Egyptian Sphinx sculptures, commonly used as decorative home art or heavy-duty bookends.  These figures represent the mythical sphinx, a creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human, typically modeled after the Great Sphinx of Giza.  Each sphinx is depicted in a sitting pose on a stepped rectangular pedestal.  They wear traditional nemes headdresses, complete with a cobra symbol (uraeus) on the forehead.  Very heavy material.  Gold and brass colour finish giving them an aged, metallic appearance.   Egyptian Revival style decor - popular in decorative arts during the early 20th century, particularly around the 1920s.  Note: one has small marks at the back - see photo.
Dimensions:
Each is 11 inches long and 7 inches tall.
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Egyptian Sphinx Sculptures - Decor or Bookends - Lot of 2

Vintage ceramic figurine of a sitting girl wearing a scarf and dress with chicks in a basket and at her feet.  A cute scene.  Soft colours.  Base rim reads &#34;M.J. Hummel&#34; and bottom reads &#34;Goebel, W. Germany&#34;.
Dimensions:
Approximately 3.5 inches tall and 3-inch diameter base.
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Vintage 1970s &#34;Chick Girl&#34; Hummel Goebel Figurine - Made in West Germany

Vintage Chinese-style demilune console table.  Made from dark-finished hardwood.  Features a half-moon (demilune) shape with an inset veined pink marble top.   Openwork carving on the frieze (skirt) with dragon and face motifs.  Rests on four curved legs that end in carved ball-and-claw feet.  Sturdy.  Note:  shows age and chips, including a small repair in wood (see photo). 
Dimensions:
Approximately 30 x 16 x 29 inches.
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Vintage Marble Top Console Table - please read

Japanese wood relief art featuring two koi fish (carp) swimming beneath a large, stylized Kanji character (which appears to be &#34;Wa&#34; meaning harmony or peace).   In Japanese culture, koi are symbols of perseverance, strength, and good fortune.  The artwork is set in a multi-layer wood frame and the central scene is mounted on a light-colored, textured background.  On the left side, there is a signature and  red artist&#39;s seal.  Traditional Japanese craftsmanship.  String on back for hanging.
Dimensions:
Approximately 13 x 16 inches.
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Japanese Wood Relief Art - Made in Japan

Vintage mid-century pottery studio glazed vase.  Distinctive asymmetrical double-neck with a shared, flat-sided rectangular body.  Decorated with a dual-tone glaze, transitioning from a grey to a rich, warm brown glaze across the lower portion.  Front and back features an abstract bird by stylized floral elements.  Pottery stamp on bottom - studio unknown.  MCM decor.
Dimensions:
Approxiately 7.5 and 9.5 inches tall.
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Vintage Asymmetrical Double-Neck Pottery Vase - 9.5 inches

 Vintage heavy stoneware pottery bowl signed by Quebec artist Gilles Dionne.  This handcrafted bowl has a bold design featuring four large, dark &#34;petal-like&#34; shapes that radiate from the center, creating a stylized floral motif.   Variegated glazing.  The dark areas appear to be black and are set against a lighter, speckled background.  Back reads Gilles Dionne.   MCM decor. 
Dimensions:
Approximately 14 inch diameter and 2.5 inches tall.
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Vintage Stoneware Pottery Bowl by Gilles Dionne - 14 inches

 Vintage Beauceware ceramic platter from Beauce Pottery, Quebec, Canada.  Features a distinctive brown, green, and ochre drip glaze.  Reads &#34;Beauce, Quebec, Canada, 456&#34; on the bottom.   From the 1950s-1970s.  MCM decor.
Dimensions:
Approximately 9 x 14 inches.
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 Vintage Beauceware Platter - Made in Quebec - 9 x 14 inches

Toronto (Ontario, Canada) SELLER MANAGED Downsizing Online Auction - Logan Avenue

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1991 hardcover by Jonathan Chester, large format approximately 10 x 14 in, 160-page illustrated volume covering geology, history, biology, logistics of Antarctica with full-color photographs.

Antarctica: Beauty in the Extreme hardcover book

Front cover of hardcover book with soda can for scale

Interior two-page spread with iceberg and penguins photograph

Coffee-table style photography and narrative book; matte illustrated boards with glacier imagery, predominately blues and neutrals; high-resolution color plates throughout.

At the bottom of the world is a continent the size of the United States and Mexico, unmatched in its remoteness and untamed splendor.  This fierce land is Antarctica - a barren frozen place, hostile to humans, but an area that offers unique opportunities.  In this book, explorer, writer and photographer, Jonathan Chester shares his knowldge gained from his seven expeditions to this continent, offering his insights on the nature of the land, its history, and its future.  Beautifully illustrated with chapters on geology, history, biology, logistics, and more.  The book is a must-read for those interested in the natural world and the challenges of conservation in extreme environments.  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 10 x 14 inches.
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Lot #57: Antarctica: Beauty in the Extreme (1991) by Jonathan Chester

Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Mon, July 13 2026 Category A: 03:00 PM - 07:00 PM

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Lot #57: Antarctica: Beauty in the Extreme (1991) by Jonathan Chester

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Mon, July 13 2026 Category A: 03:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Pickup Location: Logan Avenue, Toronto, ON, M4K 3C2 View Map (opens in new window)

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