1005036     This is a 3 1/2" by 5 1/2" Ravca postcard. This card has dolls of various French provinces. Its uniqueness lies in the pencil inscription apparently in Bernard's own handwriting: "De Luxe French Provinces,   20" 1.595- each,   75% off" .
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Price: $5.00

1005035     This is a 3 1/2" by 5 1/2" Ravca postcard. This card has dolls of two wonen talking while a dog is eating sausages from on woman's basket. It has the following imprints:

BERNARD RAVCA
344 West 89th Street
New York 24, N.Y.
Phone: TRafalgar 7-9280
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Price: $4.50

1005034    This is a 3 1/2" by 5 1/2" Ravca postcard. This card has dolls of Hollywood personalities and various European countries. Its uniqueness lies in the pencil inscription apparently in Bernard's own handwriting: "Part of Hollywood, 11" to 28" 215- to 595-, 8" Singles 295- to 350-, Couples 590- to 700-, Part of 'Ballet'.".
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Price: $.00

1005033    This is a 3 1/2" by 5 1/2" Ravca postcard. This card has dolls of various countries. Its uniqueness lies in the pencil inscription apparently in Bernard's own handwriting: "No. 29 , Countries etc., about 8"  Singles 105.- to 135.-  Couples 210.- to 270.-." It has the following imprints:

"The dolls of both the Ravcas are interest-
ing and unique and worthy of a place in the
finest collections. THEY WILL SURELY BE
HEIRLOOMS IN THE FUTURE.
- quoted from Elanor St. George's DOLLS OF
THREE CENTURIES, page 114."

Also:
"FRANCES AND BERNARD RAVCA
JEFFERSONVILLE, NEW YORK 12748
PHONE: 914-492-4420."
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Price: $4.50

1005032     This card has Bernard and Frances on the photo side and in front of their partial display of European, South and Central American and Louis XV Courtisan dollls. Its rarity lies in the pencil inscription apparently in Bernard's own handwriting for the dolls: "South and Central America, Paderowski, Courtisans of Louis XV, Europe." It alos has the following imprints:

"The dolls of both the Ravcas are interest-
ing and unique and worthy of a place in the
finest collections. THEY WILL SURELY BE
HEIRLOOMS IN THE FUTURE.
- quoted from Elanor St. George's DOLLS OF
THREE CENTURIES, page 114."
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Price: $4.50

1005031    This is a 3 1/2" by 5 1/2" Ravca postcard. This card has Bernard and Frances on the photo side and in front of their partial display of "Hollywood" dolls. Its uniqueness lies in the pencil inscription apparently in Bernard's own handwriting: "Part of Hollywood", 10" to 28"   265- to 795- ." It has the following imprints:

"The dolls of both the Ravcas are interest-
ing and unique and worthy of a place in the
finest collections. THEY WILL SURELY BE
HEIRLOOMS IN THE FUTURE.
- quoted from Elanor St. George's DOLLS OF
THREE CENTURIES, page 114."

Also:
"FRANCES AND BERNARD RAVCA
JEFFERSONVILLE, NEW YORK 12748
PHONE: 914-492-4420."
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Price: $4.50

1005030    Here is an unused postcard from the Bernard and Frances Ravca estate. It is of their Frank Sinatra doll along with 4 - "fan" dolls. The postcard is 3 1/2" by 5 1/2".
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Price: $4.50

1005029    Here is an unused postcard from the Bernard and Frances Ravca estate. It is of their mideast or Arabic dolls in a desert setting. The card is 3 1/2" by 5 1/2" and in good condition.
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Price: $4.50

1005028    Here is an unused postcard from the Bernard and Frances Ravca estate. It is of their European or ethnic dolls on display. The card is 3 1/2" by 5 1/2" and in good condition.
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Price: $4.50

409012     This is a dollhouse miniature that is a pot metal beer stein with a red celluloid insert. It is shown in the "COSMO Illustrated Catalog of WHITE METAL TOYS and NOVELTIES" , 1922-1923, for the COSMO MFG. CO., Chicago, Ill., as a "White Metal Capsule Goods" No. 1614. Cosmo was the forerunner of the Dowst Mfg Co. which later became TootsieToy. This metal and celluloid toy is about 1 1/8" tall, in good condition, and has the original red celluloid insert.
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Price: $11.00

409016     This is a dollhouse miniature that is a pot metal beer stein with a green celluloid insert. It is shown in the "COSMO Illustrated Catalog of WHITE METAL TOYS and NOVELTIES" , 1922-1923, for the COSMO MFG. CO., Chicago, Ill., as a "White Metal Capsule Goods" No. 1614. Cosmo was the forerunner of the Dowst Mfg Co. which later became TootsieToy. This metal and celluloid toy is about 1 1/8" tall, in good condition, and has the original green celluloid insert.
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Price: $11.00

409018     This is a dollhouse miniature that is a pot metal fancy cup or stein with a green celluloid insert. The "COSMO Illustrated Catalog of WHITE METAL TOYS and NOVELTIES" , 1922-1923, for the COSMO MFG. CO., Chicago, Ill., shows several "White Metal Capsule Goods" of which this is part of the group but not pictured. Cosmo was the forerunner of the Dowst Mfg Co. which later became TootsieToy. This metal and celluloid toy is about 7/8" tall, in good condition, and has the original red celluloid insert. This red insert extends above the top as they used the same size insert as in other capsule items, but forgot that the curved capsule bottom; it could be cut down flush to the top.
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Price: $11.00

409014     This is a dollhouse miniature that is a pot metal fancy cup or stein with a red celluloid insert. The "COSMO Illustrated Catalog of WHITE METAL TOYS and NOVELTIES" , 1922-1923, for the COSMO MFG. CO., Chicago, Ill., shows several "White Metal Capsule Goods" of which this is part of the group but not pictured. Cosmo was the forerunner of the Dowst Mfg Co. which later became TootsieToy. This metal and celluloid toy is about 7/8" tall, in good condition, and has the original red celluloid insert. This red insert extends above the top as they used the same size insert as in other capsule items, but forgot that the curved capsule bottom; it could be cut down flush to the top.
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Price: $11.00

409022     This is a pot metal or white metal bowler hat made by the Dowst Manufacturing Company (preceeded by the Cosmo Manufacturing Company and also later by Tootsietoy) item that was used by Bernard Ravca as part of his accessories for the bread crumb dolls, but was also sold to Cracker Jack as a prize in their boxes. This auction is for an original color brown painted bowler hat charm. It is about 1" by 7/8" and in good condition.
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Price: $2.50

409023     These are pot metal or white metal items made by the Dowst Manufacturing Company (preceeded by the Cosmo Manufacturing Company and also later by Tootsietoy) that were used by Bernard Ravca as part of his accessories for the bread crumb dolls, but were also sold to Cracker Jack as prizes in their boxes. This auction is for three music related charms: a tuba, French horn, and bugle. They are about 1 1/4" in length and in good condition.
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Price: $5.00

409025     These are pot metal or white metal items made by the Dowst Manufacturing Company (preceeded by the Cosmo Manufacturing Company and also later by Tootsietoy); the items that were used by Bernard Ravca as part of his accessories for the bread crumb dolls, were also sold to Cracker Jack as prizes in their boxes. This auction is for 8 tool charms in a nickel plated or silvery finish. They are about 1 1/2" in length and are in good condition. There is a possibility of some very minor plating pitting or discoloration due to humidity and galvanic reaction; it is easily buffed away. These are a great size for dollhouse miniatures or use with a peddlar doll.
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Price: $10.00

409026     This lot consists of a teapot with lid, sugar bowl, and creamer. All 3 have a floral design and are made of white metal. The teapot (with lid) is 1 3/8" tall. All are in good condition. They are shown in the "DOWST MINIATURE TOY CATALOG" of 1936. The Dowst Mfg Co. later became TootsieToy. Shown in the book Cracker Jack Toys and guaranteed to be Cracker Jack prizes. See my sellers other auctions for more Cracker Jack and related collectibles.
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Price: $9.00

409030     This is a small candlestick holder that would hold a birthday cake-size candle. It is metal with a gold finish; it is 1" diameter and 5/8" tall. Good condition. It is shown in the "DOWST MINIATURE TOY CATALOG" of 1936. The Dowst Mfg Co. later became TootsieToy.

Price: $1.50

507032     Here are 4 replacement gardening tools and what looks like a golfing iron. The tools are all about 4 1/2" to 5 1/2" long and are in good condition. They were meant for the European dolls and came with a collection of Ravca doll items and accessories. Great addition to any Ravca doll collection.
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Price: $10.00

507046     An 8" by 10" photo of Pope Pius XII. The doll is very different than most of Ravca's dolls as this is more "lifelike" than his typical caricatures. The photo has some edge wear and may have come from a display or matting as the back edges look as if theyhad tape thins. Great addition to any Ravca doll collection. These are all old copies from that period and some are stamped and/or hand marked. These are not modern photocopies and may show some signs of aging and/or handling.
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Price: $5.50

507044     This is a professional 8" x 10" photo of Bernard Ravca's exhibit/sale at a department store. The photo has penciled in on the back the different dolls; for instance: "Beggars, Nun, Priest, Polish Jews, Afternoon Chat, 'Breadcrumb' ensembles, and Basque woman." Some edge wear due to storage. Great addition to any Ravca doll collection. These are all old copies from that period and some are stamped and/or hand marked. These are not modern photocopies and may show some signs of aging and/or handling.
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Price: $5.50

507035     Here is an 8" by 10" photo of Bernard Ravca's dolls of Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip. The dolls are 16" high and sold for $895.00 each (but not sold individually). So, if you do not have the original pair, this is the next best thing! Photograph by Alan Walker, Kingsdale, Toronto. Great addition to any Ravca doll collection
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Price: $12.00

409035     This is a white metal suitcase charm. It is shown in the "DOWST Miniature Toy Catalog" of 1936 as No. 4205. It is 3/4" long and about 1/2" tall. Good condition. The Dowst Mfg Co. later became TootsieToy.
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Price: $3.00

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