QUESTION:
hello again, i have one more quick question. can you tell anything about a black mickey figurine walt disney goodyear tire co. akron ohio. he is missing feet and tail, he looks old and different. thanks

ANSWER:
This one's really a puzzler! Goodyear was never a Disney licensee, but they did produce the early Felix the Cat rubber balloon for the 1927 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Mickey and Pluto joined the parade cast as rubber balloons in 1934. It's possible that this was a model or replica toy of that original balloon, though that's definately speculation on our part. We're open to other input on this one!

Dave Mason
for Saturday's Toys
www.SaturdaysToys.com

QUESTION:
Hi Dave, I have a Lane Disney 5 foot cedar chest in good condition (syle # 2860-82, serial # 2695120 ).It has Mickey handles, on top has Mickey gloves, shoes, shorts. I would like to know opinion on value and best way to sell.

ANSWER:
Lane's Cedar chests featuring Mickey Mouse are very recent; within the past 5 years.

Though the original retail may be $500 - $800, it'll be tough to find a buyer at that level.

Our recommendation would be to buy a Lane Cedar chest; but not with Mickey Mouse on it. Lane produces beautiful, classic keepsake cedar chests, but including Mickey is likely to reduce the number of potential future buyers. Most will want their cedar chest as an heirloom; and they'll want it to fit into any decor. Mickey is likely to be a distraction for those buyers. Even so, you might be fortunate enough to find that one Mickey fan who is passionate for this piece!

It's a nice piece... but it may be a tough one to sell at top dollar.

Best wishes,
Dave Mason
for Saturday's Toys
www.SaturdaysToys.com

Hi, I'm wondering what the approximate value of this children's table set is. It is dated 1977 Walt Disney Productions. Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Goofy & Donald are on the table. Mickey is on each of the chairs. The set is in great shape, there is one 2" crack at the corner of one of the chair seats. any input would be great...Thanks.

QUESTION:
Top of the day to you all, I have, what is turning out to be a rather rare item as i can find nobody with any info on it. What it is,is, a plaque that commorates the inaugural flight of space mountain at d-land 1977 as an official astronaut.it's about 8 3/4" x 12" made of wood and covered with an allmost aqua colored metal and features an image of a few of the cars from the ride. Also. at the bottom...ish is a raised plastic image of the outside of the ride. So got any clues or thoughts on this matter?? You would be the first. please, if you would reply with anything that would be GREAT!

ANSWER:
This plaque is an authentic piece of Disneyland memorabilia from the opening of Space Mountain. Though it is a very desirable piece, it is not really "rare."

It was given to VIP's and special guests who rode the attraction during the premiere, and Disneyland Group Services was known to provide the plaque to some of their clients at the time.

It used to sell for $200+ at Disneyana shows, but in recent years has been available on eBay for $50 - $100. It's definately a piece worth having in your vintage Disneyland collection!

Best regards,
Dave Mason
for Saturday's Toys
www.SaturdaysToys.com

QUESTION: I have up for auction.... Lady and the TRamp puppets with rubber heads. Not sure if I have too much, not enough, just right on them. Auction number 3185593560.
THanks for your help!

QUESTION:
I have a program from the world premiere of Song Of The South. It has a glossy color cover depicting a scene of people on a plantation porch. There is an open book with the words, Walt Disney presents an epochal event in screen history...Song Of The South...His first live action feature...a great musical drama in technicolor including animated tales of Uncle Remus. On the bottom there is a small cartoon of the animated critters with the words...World Premiere, November 12, 1946 Atlanta, Georgia. It is 9-1/2"x13" Inside are ads from all over Atlanta, and of course, stories about Disney,the actors, Joel Chandler Harris,etc. The back has a color ad from Coca Cola.The inner booklet is smaller than the cover. It has some wrinkles and dings, but is otherwise in great condition. I have never been able to dig up any info on this. I picked it up on e-bay a few years back for around 100 dollars. I would bet the farm that it is worth more than that. Any ideas?

ANSWER:
Ahhhh... "Song of the South." While one would expect this film to slip quietly into oblivion due to the Disney Company's moritorium on it, those who appreciate significant achievement on film over the past century are keeping the film's future alive.

Certainly, this program ranks high among those programs with future appreciation in the collector's market. More importantly though, is the program's historical significance. The program for "Gone With the Wind" seems to overshadow this program among collectors, but SOTS programs are much more scarce.

$100 seems like to be on the high end of current eBay values for this item, but the future is bright. If/when the film is ever re-released (hopefully uncensored), this item could one day bring $500 or more in the right market. It's a wonderful item, and certainly worthy of the finest Disneyana collections.

Sincerely,
Dave Mason
for Saturday's Toys
www.SaturdaysToys.com

I purchased 3 Walt Disney Cells at an Estate Sale last week, I know nothing about them, but thought that it was a good deal. Is there a place on the web that I can get information about vintage cells? Each cell is matted in a cream color and on the back of each one is a gold label that says This is an Original Celluloid drawing actually used in a walt disney production, copyright walt disney productions. then is is stamped in black ink: this souvenir is from the art conner at disneyland 1313 harbor blvd. Anaheim, california.
I do not know the value of cells and I am trying to get some information on them. I purchased a Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and J. Cricket, which seems to be the oldest. Any help would be appreciated. Thanking you in advance.

Hi Dave,

I have a question about a Winnie the Pooh Jack in the Box. I have seen other Pooh Jack in the Boxes on ebay but I haven't seen this particular one offered for auction as of yet. I don't even know if it's a Walt Disney Jack in the Box but if you could look at it for me and provide any information as to age and value, I'd greatly appreciate it. I posted a request for an ID in other categories on these message boards but you seem to be very knowledgeable about this sort of thing so I'd appreciate your opinion.

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I think it's very nice of you to help others learn about their collectibles.

Donna