Wikipedia describes "Ephemera as transitory written and printed matter not intended to be retained or preserved. The word derives from the Greek, meaning things lasting no more than a day. Some collectible ephemera are advertising trade cards, airsickness bags, bookmarks, catalogues, greeting cards, letters, pamphlets, postcards, posters, prospectuses, stock certificates, tickets and zines."
Ephemera is a popular collectible and can often encompass many collectible markets. Maybe you collect holiday items...thus holiday postcards would fall into that category. Or you have a large collection of kerosene or oil lamps...an old advertising pamphlet may be a great addition to your collection. Those who restore antique or vintage cars, are always looking for the product or repair manuals for important information on their vehicles.
Pictured is an example of early ephemera and it dates back to the early 1900's. It is filled with great advertising as well as some tough brain teasers! Can you answer these??
1. What is another name for Christmas?
2. Who wrote Snowbound?
3. What is the name of the little lame boy in Dicken's "Christmas Carol"? (OK, that's an easy one!)
4 What is the chief ingredient of Angel Cake?
Check back soon for the answers to these teasers! Also, check out my ebay listings, for more examples of ephemera I have up for auction! Current ebay listings for Cherirtoys
