A walk through history - American Ephemera and Memories

This is a continuation of our Bettison Walk Through History Sale

We invite you to browse through this very special selection of items gathered through several lifetimes.
Our client has lovingly saved and preserved pieces that are like a window into several eras of American life.

Shipping is preferred for this auction of smaller items. However, pickup can be arranged (prefered for buyers with multiple items).
If pickup is arranged, any shipping you paid, will be refunded.
When possible we will ship flat rate padded envelope.
We will combine Shipping for multiple items.

Our client's father, Lieutenant Colonal Miles Lehman (M.L.) Sikes Jr. was a decorated member of the 8th Airforce "Flying Tigers" who flew in WWII campaigns with noted achievements.
The Bettison family lived in England for the early 1950s and attended the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, and lived a very interesting life attending auctions and learning about European and Asian art and Antiquities.

Welcome and thank you for looking at the items we are presenting in this catalogue.
Please be sure to read the entire item description AND inspect photos as they are included as part of the description.
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Shipping is preferred for this auction of smaller items. However, pickup can be arranged (prefered for buyers with multiple items).
If pickup is arranged, any shipping you paid, will be refunded.
When possible we will ship flat rate padded envelope.
We will combine Shipping.
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We typically do not polish silver and purposely preserve patina for our clients to enjoy and treat/clean as they wish.
As is the case with most estate sales, all sales are as-is and final.

We do our best to provide detailed descriptions and pictures of our items so you know exactly what you'll be receiving.
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We will contact you within 72 hours of your winning bid, your funds will be captured and we will communicate with you about shipping/pickup. Text communication is typically our first route, but we are also available by phone call and email.
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Many of our items are presented to you under consignment for our clients, this may mean that the item is being stored in their homes until sold.

If you select pickup, but a challenge arises for our client or us, we may require the item to be shipped and will do that as affordably and quickly for you as possible. We will only do this if pickup becomes untimely or isn't possible for whatever reason.

Acme 901 is a small estate sale partnership, and we ask for understanding if we must adjust timeframes for shipping/pickup arrangements, please know that we strive for 100% customer satisfaction.

Our auctions are varied in subject matter, eras, and function , but they all tell a story and have a history.
By the time you are browsing with us in person or online, we have spent countless hours curating and cataloging alongside the REAL families who have collected, enjoyed, and utilized their belongings for generations.
We believe each item is truly priceless, certainly precious and often tied to the passing of a loved one.
In the very least our sales are a result of the decision to liquidate an estate made by a family who have experienced loss or wrestled with the thought for a long time.

Our process is thoughtful and purposeful and we hope you will see that and feel it too!

Our mission and intention is to re-home as many wonderful treasures as possible and our partnership with our client and with you are what will help us accomplish this.

Please use the Ask a Question form or the FAQ section if you have any questions about this item.

Thank you,
Kate - Acme 901 Estate Consultant