Antique & Collectible Exhibition



*** BUILDING NO. 7 ***

51 YEARS OF
SPONSORSHIP BY THE MYRTLE GROVE WOMAN'S CLUB

ENTER THROUGH PARKING LOT (NEXT TO OPEN-AIR-STAGE)

In cooperation with persons interested in the collection and showing of antique and collectible items, the Pensacola Interstate Fair, Inc. is privileged and proud to present this outstanding exhibition. It is felt that the showing of valuable and distinctive articles will be informative and educational to the fair patrons and will add considerable interest. The public is invited to enter.

ENTRY DATE

Sunday, Oct. 16, 2011, 1 pm to 5 pm
Monday, Oct. 17, 2011, 9 am to 1 pm


(2011 Fair Runs October 20 - 30)


*** ARTICLES MUST BE CLEAN - NO ENTRY FEE REQUIRED***

COMMITTEE

Chairperson ............................................................. MARTHA KREHELY (456-3731)
Vice - Chairman .......................................................... CONNIE LUCAS (456-5392)
Vice - Chairman .................................................... MARGE GUSTAFSON (456-7003)
Vice - Chairman (Placement) ................................................ ANN BALL (456-3239)
Advisor ............................................................................. ALBERTA STRICKLAND
Judges Chairman ............................................................................ BRUCE MILLS

NOTE: Questions on awards, complaints, etc., are to be directed to the Chairman.

JUDGING CRITERIA

QUALITY

Age and Rarity ....................................................................................................... 10
Desirability............................................................................................................. 10
Authenticity and Workmanship ................................................................................. 10

BEAUTY

Visual Impact ......................................................................................................... 10
Form ...................................................................................................................... 20
CONDITION ............................................................................................................ 20
VALUE IN POINT OF INTEREST, HISTORY ................................................................... 20
Total ..................................................................................................................... 100

PREMIUM AWARDS

Best of Show ...................................................................................... $100 & Ribbon
1st Premium ........................................................................................ $60 & Ribbon
2nd Premium ....................................................................................... $40 & Ribbon
3rd Premium ....................................................................................... $20 & Ribbon

ALL CLASSES IN EACH DIVISION

1st, 2nd, 3rd Class .......................................................................................... Ribbon

*** AWARDS BY JUDGES WILL BE FINAL ***

RULES AND REGULATIONS

  1. 1. Entries in this exhibition will be taken on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2011, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Monday, Oct. 17, 2011, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ONLY. Articles entered for exhibition must be delivered in person to the building housing the Antique and Collectible Exhibition. Articles sent by parcel post or express will not be accepted.
  2. 2. Due to the space limitations, no more than a 5-piece place setting of china, silver, etc. Also, only the best pieces of large collections. Large pieces of furniture must have unloaders and loaders on entry and pickup days.
  3. 3. Articles entered MUST BE AT LEAST 50 YEARS OLD.
  4. 4. Due to the space limitations, all exhibits may not be accepted and will be selected by the committee. The committee reserves the right to determine whether an article is worthy of exhibition.
  5. 5. The committee reserves the right to change any item accepted in any category upon the advice of the judges. This is only done to the advantage of the exhibitor.
  6. 6. No article or work previously exhibited at this fair will be accepted for competition for at least two (2) subsequent shows.
  7. 7. All exhibits must be properly labeled (not showing) with the exhibitor’s name and address. A brief explanation of special interest facts pertaining to each article will enrich the showing. This information should be on a seperate card no larger than 3” x 5”.
  8. 8. After judging is completed and awards made, the committee reserves the right to arrange the exhibit so that items shown will attract the attention of viewers. For judging, the articles are placed in each classification group and each item is examined separately for its own merit before final arrangement is styled for the show.
  9. 9. Every precaution will be exercised to ensure safety of the articles placed on exhibition. Constant guard protection will be provided and display cases will be locked.
  10. 10. The general rules and regulations of the fair will apply if not covered by the above.
  11. 11. Hanging items must have strong, sturdy, wire and hooks. Not responsible for and will not accept weak or faulty hanging devices.


All articles on exhibit MUST remain in place until Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011. Exhibits MUST be picked up between 12 noon and 2 p.m. Exhibitor must present claim check corresponding to entry tag when calling for article. Articles must be checked out by a member of the committee.

The Pensacola Interstate Fair & The Myrtle Grove Woman’s Club are Not Responsible for Antiques NOT picked up on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011.



DIVISION I: PRECIOUS METALS & STONES

CLASS NUMBER

1. Sterling, Small Items
2. Sterling, Large Items
3. Sterling Sets
4. Sterling Flatware, Sets
5. Sterling Flatware, Single Pieces
6. Silver Plated - Large Items
7. Silver Plated - Small Items
8. Silver Plated - Flatware
9. Silver Plated Sets
10. Gold - Solid
11. Gold - Plated
12. Coin - Silver
13. Gold, Platinum and Sterling Jewelry
14. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION II: METALS & OTHER MEDIUMS

15. Pewter
16. Brass
17. Copper
18. Iron
19. Tin
20. Tole
21. Ivory
22. Wooden Ware
23. Cloissone
24. Paper Items
25. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION III: GLASS

26. Milk Glass
27. Black or Amethyst Glass
28. Ruby Glass
29. Depression Glass
30. Elegant Glass of Depression Years
31. Bristol Glass
32. 19th Century Art Glass
33. Pattern Glass/Pressed
34. Cut Glass
35. Carnival Glass
36. Glass Paperweights
37. Vases
38. Silver Overlay
39. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION IV: GLASS BOTTLES

40. Pontil Marked
41. Inks
42. Medicines/Bitters
43. Soft Drinks - Colas/Sodas
44. Whiskey, Wines, Beers
45. Milk Bottles
46. Decanters
47. Figurals
48. Household - Canning, Preserves, & Cleaning Items
49. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION V: CERAMICS & CHINA

50. Ironstone China
51. Bisque
52. Flow Blue
53. Jasperware
54. Transferware
55. Majolica
56. Figurines
57. Cup and Saucer Sets
58. Mustache Cup and Shaving Mugs
59. Luster
60. Hand Painted China
61. Oriental Pieces
62. Stoneware
63. Table Items: Knife Rest, Napkin Holder, etc.
64. Delft
65. Art Pottery
66. Vases
67. Miniatures
68. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION VI: NEEDLEWORK

69. Tatted Items
70. Lace Items
71. Knitted
72. Crocheted Items
73. Embroidery
74. Coverlet
75. Quilts
76. Sampler
77. Layette & Baby Items/Children, Handmade
78. Adult Clothing, Handmade
79. Woven or Loomed Items, Handmade
80. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION VII: FURNITURE

81. Primitive/Country
82. American Period, Pre-1840
83. American, Victorian
84. European
85. Oriental
86. Turn of the Century
87. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION VIII: PAINTING & PHOTOGRAPHS

88. Prints, Etchings and Lithographs
89. Paintings (Oils, Watercolor, Charcoals)
90. Photographs
91. Daguerreotype, Tin Type, Ambrotype
92. Cameras
93. Postcards
94. Picture Frames
95. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION IX: HISTORICAL & ARTIFACTS

96. Patriotic Items - Posters, Flags
97. Military Arms
98. Non-Military Arms
99. Swords, Daggers, and Knives
100. Historical Documents
101. Military Collectibles, Badges, Buttons, and Medals.
102. Indian Relics
103. Local Pensacola Artifacts
104. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION X: TIMEPIECES

105. Tall, Grandfather and Grandmother
106. Wall Clocks
107. Shelf Clocks
108. Watch, Wrist
109. Watch, Pocket
110. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION XI: COLLECTIBLES

111. Stuffed Animals
112. Purses - Beaded, Mesh, Leather, Fabric
113. Holiday Items - Christmas, Valentines, Etc.
114. Toys - Mechanical, Iron, Tin, Wood
115. Sports - Fishing, Hunting, Baseball, Sports Equipment
116. Entertainment - Autographs, Movie Posters, Disney
117. Dolls
118. Doll Items - Clothing, Dishes, Furniture
119. Monetary - Stamps, Coins, Banks, Currency
120. Games - Cards, Marbles, Puzzles
121. Souvenir - Spoons, World Fair, Etc.
122. Musical Items - Music Boxes, Sheet Music, Instruments, Records
123. Political Items, Buttons, Posters, etc.
124. Advertising Items - Paper, Glass, Tin, Iron
125. Folk Art - Decoys, Whirlagigs, Hand Decorated Items
126. Worthy Items Not Listed

DIVISION XII: HOUSEHOLD MISCELLANEOUS

127. Books
128. Jewelry Items - Costume, Non-precious Metal (men & women)
129. Religious Items
130. Appliances - Fans, Radios, Toasters
131. Glasses - Eye, Opera, Magnifying
132. Dresser Items - Perfume Bottles, Powder Boxes, Trays
133. Vintage Clothing - Handheld Fans & Accessories
134. Baby Items and Utensils
135. Lamps
136. Tools - Home and Farm
137. Sewing Items - Needles, Needle Cases, Thimbles, Sewing Birds
138. Kitchen Items, Small
139. Smoking Items
140. Baskets
141. Worthy items not listed

DIVISION XIII: DEALERS & MUSEUMS

142. Precious Metals and Stones
143. Metals and Other Mediums
144. Glass
145. Glass Bottles
146. Ceramic and China
147. Needle Work
148. Furniture
149. Painting and Photographs
150. Historical and Artifacts
151. Timepieces
152. Collectibles
153. Household
154. Worthy Items Not Listed