May
15
12
Finding advertisements from the 1950s is easy. Simply go to a local flea market or antique shop. Searching on eBay will show a goldmine of advertisements from the 1950s. Examples of advertisements on eBay include cola, car, whiskey, motor-oil, and weapons.
Starting your collection depends on your budget, storage space, and goals. If your goal is to collect these advertisements for yourself, create a budget regarding how much a month you can spend on your (more…)
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May
01
12
Are you interested in fashion and seeking a unique collection for the home that displays fashion as it has evolved throughout the decades? Creating a unique collection of retro fashion newspaper advertisements can be a great way to demonstrate and showcase the love of fashion – especially retro fashion.
How can you begin the collection of retro fashion advertisements? Beginning the collection requires research into the various publishers that have showcased these types of ads throughout the decades. Using archives that are available through local (more…)
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Apr
27
12
The internet is one of the best if not the best platform for finding retro ads. Searching for retro ads that date back as far as the late 1700’s is possible if you use a search engine wisely. If you type in the phrase “retro adsâ€, many websites will appear before you and can you search through each of them to find ads that you have a particular liking to. There are also lists creating by blogging sites which show shocking vintage poster ads that wouldn’t be allowed (more…)
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Apr
25
12
Collectors love to find treasures everywhere they can. Collecting advertisements from the 1950′s can mean unseen valuables from years ago that can have sentimental value. Especially if they are from TV shows that are being rerun for a new generation to see.
Maybe you have wanted to start a new collection of your own. Look online at sites such as EBay or online retailers that sell memorabilia and begin collecting your own priceless treasures. Older ads that are no longer running can be valuable in price or one-of-a-kind with limited editions printed, etc.
Going to a flea market, yard (more…)
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Apr
24
12
Collecting retro ads is about collecting pieces of history such as old advertisements for products you once used or continue to use today. Whether you want to collect retro ads because you’re a history buff or because you like retro artwork, starting a collection isn’t difficult.
Begin by deciding on a budget. It can start as low as $5 a month. Once you have your budget, check local flea markets, libraries, antique shops and used book stores for retro ads mixed in with other (more…)
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