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Lot #52: The National Geographic Magazine — May 1925 (Vol. XLVII, No. 5)

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Location:

10th Street East, North Vancouver, BC, V7L 2E3

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Thu, October 29 2026 Category A: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Details: Original vintage issue of The National Geographic Magazine from May 1925 (Volume XLVII, Number 5). Features 16 full-color illustration plates and articles including "Through the Back Doors of Belgium" by Melville Chater (40 illustrations), "Ferns as a Hobby" by William R. Maxon (29 illustrations), "Marvels of Fern Life" featuring 16 color paintings by E. J. Geske, "Tracking the Columbian Ground-Squirrel to Its Burrow", and "Helsingfors—A Contrast in Light and Shade". Includes historic full-page 1920s print advertisements for Colgate's Ribbon Dental Cream, Hamilton Watch, White Star Line (Homeric), Corona Portable Typewriters, Crane's Cordliner stationery, and Western Electric. Condition: Good vintage condition for its age. Paper covers show light age yellowing, small edge nicks, and minor surface staining/foxing. Pages and color plates remain bound, clean, and legible throughout. Notes: Collectible early issue prized for its vibrant 1920s color botanical fern illustrations and classic vintage advertisements. Pickup category timeslot {A}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Thu, October 29 2026 Category A: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Pickup Location:  10th Street East, North Vancouver, BC, V7L 2E3 View Map (opens in new window)


Bidding Starts:

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 12:00:00 AM UTC

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Tuesday, October 27, 2026 between 3:00 AM and 3:45 AM

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Oct 21, 2026, 1:00:19 PM UTC

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