It seems no matter how hard I try, I can’t help but register for auctions and bid on things. It’s too much fun. I love acquiring various things for the garage, and if I can round out my collection with some blue chip investment type pieces, all the better. That said, Morphy has their Summer sale going on right now online, and will host a live event at their headquarters in Denver, Pennsylvania July 15 and 16. The live event is normally where I’m saved by bidders with deeper pockets than me, but it’s fun while it lasts. Take a look below at some of the highlights and pop over to their website to see all of their listings. It’s always fun to build on the collection.
Featured Lots
Lot 1155 - Harbor Petroleum Products SSP Sign with Seaplane Graphic
One of the most exciting items up for bid is this Single Sided Porcelain Sign with the seaplane graphic in the oval at the top. Hailing from the 1940s, this sign presents in stunning color and gloss with no noticeable chipping. It’s in stunning condition and is an exceedingly rare sign, highly sought after by collectors
Lot 1514 - 1939 Harley-Davidson EL Knucklehead
A legend among H-D fans, the Knucklehead resolved earlier oiling issues thanks to the new OHV V-twin engine. The “EL” model gave 40 HP while the more entry-level “E” model delivered 37 HP. While pre-war Harleys are in general hugely prized collectibles, the EL Knucklehead largely dominates over most others. This one is said to have an older restoration with some personalizations. - LEARN MORE!
Lot 1542 - 1947 Indian Chief Model 347B
The ‘big twin’ of the Indian Motorcycle Company has long been one of those go-to bikes for aesthetics and all-out cool factor. With the girder forks, skirted fenders and so much more, these postwar Chiefs have long resonated with collectors. The 1950 and later Chiefs used hydraulic forks, largely eliminating the iconic look. This one is believed to be wearing its original black paint and might have benefit from a gentle restoration decades back - LEARN MORE!
Lot 1286 - OK Used Cars Double Sided Porcelain Neon Sign
Complete with bullnose edges, this DSPN OK Used Cars sign presents gorgeously with excellent details and colors and very few flaws. The colors are bright and the neon flashes on both sides.
The Mohawk “Down Feather” design logo was thought to have been used only on the porcelain sign and porcelain paddle sign. But, this one, circa 1910, proves there were other versions. Made of wood, it originally served on a delivery wagon. Discovered in San Francisco, it was being used as a shelf for storage
Lot 1156 - DSPN Ford Service Arrow Sign
Two single-sided porcelain signs have been brought together to make a Double-Sided Porcelain sign. Complete with what is likely the original can, this sign is in outstanding condition with spectacular color, gloss, and limited damages.
Lot 1261 - Single Piece Baked Sinclair Aircraft Globe
Dated February of 1929, this rare baked Sinclair Aircraft globe shows beautifully with bright colors on each side and slight wear, likely from storage. The body is nearly perfect and the base shows only small nicks
