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Sat, Sep 24, 2016 12:00PM EDT - Sun, Sep 25, 2016 12:00PM EDT
Lot 368

Horrors of War Trading Card Set

Estimate: $150 - $200

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Horrors of War Trading Card Set. Philadelphia: Gum Inc., 1938. A set of trading cards describing the horrors of war, particularly the second Sino-Japanese War. Illustrations on the cards are well-known to be surprisingly gruesome for the time period, depicting death and starvation. Each card is printed with ñTo know the HORRORS OF WAR is to want PEACEî on the back below text description. Set seems complete up until card 180 with duplicates, also includes 197 and 203. Each card is approximately 2 _ x 3 _î. Generally very good condition, some edges worn, few cards with light soiling.

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