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1960: Bras & Girdles and Foundation Garments from Bollin House

(+Twilfit second look; Long-line Convertible; Co-star Floating Action; Equaliser; Just-a-Just; Indiscreet; Knot Naughty; Festival; High-waisted Girdle; New featherlight pull-on Corselette; New Top; and Cut-up Junior)
This page from a lingerie catalogue showcases various bras, girdles, and corselets from two brands: Exquisite Form and Miss Twilfit. The page emphasizes styles for younger women, featuring images of models wearing each garment alongside price and catalog number information. (+Co-star Floating Action Cut-up Junior Equaliser Festival High-waisted Girdle Indiscreet Just-a-Just Knot Naughty Long-line Convertible New Top New featherlight pull-on Corselette and Twilfit second look)
November 17, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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1967: Toy Vehicles & Accessories and Accessories from Corgi

(+All Winners' Sports Cars Set; Ford 5000 Tractor and Conveyor Trailer; The Avengers' Vintage Bentley and Lotus Elan; Lotus Racing Team Set; London Bus, Austin Taxi and Policeman; Priestman Shovel with Machinery Carrier, and more)
This is a page from a Corgi Toys catalogue showcasing their various model vehicles and accessories. It features a price list with page numbers for each item, and highlights a special 'All Winners Gift Set'. The page includes both individual toys and gift sets, with prices and item numbers. (+'Daktari' Gift Set Agricultural Gift Set All Winners' Sports Cars Set Batley 'Leofric' Garage Batmobile and Batboat on Trailer Carrimore Car Transporter with 6 Cars Circus Elephant and Transport Cage Commer Constructor Set Ford 5000 Tractor and Conveyor Trailer Ford 5000' Tractor with Beast Carrier Garage Attendants Grand Prix Racing Set Land Rover and Rice's Pony Trailer Land Rover with Elephant and Cage on Trailer Light Bulb Light Bulb for 262 TV Screen London Bus, Austin Taxi and Policeman Lotus Racing Team Set Press Officials Priestman Shovel with Machinery Carrier Race Track Officials Racing Drivers and Pit Mechanics Self-Adhesive Accessories Silverstone Spectators Spare Tyres The Avengers' Vintage Bentley and Lotus Elan and VW Racing Tender, Cooper-Maserati and Trailer)
November 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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1977: Dolls and Suky Dolls from Matchbox

(+Claire; Kiki; Handy Mandy; Lisa; Michelle; Sandy; Baby Burp; Moppits; Undressed Baby; Suky Bedtime; Suky Swimmer; Shopper; Horse Rider; Skater; Tennis Player; Nurse; and Ballerina)
A Matchbox Toys catalogue page showcasing two doll lines: Young Girl Dolls and Suky Dolls. The page features photos of the dolls and lists their names and sizes (where applicable). A brief description is provided for the Suky Dolls line, highlighting its various play options and accessories. (+Baby Burp Ballerina Claire Handy Mandy Horse Rider Kiki Lisa Michelle Moppits Nurse Sandy Shopper Skater Suky Bedtime Suky Swimmer Tennis Player and Undressed Baby)
November 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Nov 1937: Chocolate Biscuits ad from Cadbury's (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Dairy Milk Biscuits; Tea-Time Chocolate Biscuits; and Cokernut Milk Chocolate Biscuits)

«Chocolate Biscuits»
An advertisement for chocolate biscuits, showing a platter of them, boxes of the same biscuits, and the text that advertises a half pound of the biscuits in a new packet, and how the packet keeps them fresh. Chocolate Biscuits THESE HANDY NEW { LB. CADBURY 'Flavour-packs' KEEP CHOCOLATE BISCUITS ABSOLUTELY FRESH FOR YOU THE NEW lb. 'flavour-fresh' packages make sure the biscuits reach you in as perfect condition as they left the factory. And that means quite perfect. They're covered with the famous Cadbury covering chocolate, these generous-sized delectable tea-time biscuits, so you know they'll have the real chocolaty-biscuity taste. 'TEA-TIME' and 'DAIRY MILK' are the favourites 1 CADBURY'S DAIRY MILK BISCUITS 2 CADBURY'S TEA-TIME CHOCOLATE BISCUITS 3 CADBURY'S COKERNUT MILK CHOCOLATE BISCUITS 7½d. a half pound in the new packets that keep them FACTORY FRESH
November 17, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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1973: Vehicles from Dinky

(+Routemaster London Bus; Atlantean Bus; Single Decker Bus; Luxury Coach; Vega Major Luxury Coach; London Taxi; Bedford Van; and Ford Transit Van)
This is a page from a Dinky Toys catalogue showcasing a range of diecast vehicles. The page features buses, vans, and taxis, categorized by type. The scale and dimensions of each model are given. The image suggests a selection available from the Dinky Toys range. (+Atlantean Bus Bedford Van Ford Transit Van London Taxi Luxury Coach Routemaster London Bus Single Decker Bus and Vega Major Luxury Coach)
November 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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From America, #Christmas 1972: Sleepwear from Sears (more at @OldInCatalogues.bsky.social)

(+Wincama fleece robe; Long gown; Tunic and pants pajama; Royal blue pajamas; Royal blue yoke-top long gown; Two-tone footed sleeper; and Gorgeous bright yellow long gown)
This catalogue page showcases a variety of women's sleepwear and loungewear options, featuring soft knits in vibrant colors and comfortable designs. The collection includes robes, gowns, pajama sets, and footed sleepers, all crafted from wrinkle-resistant materials. The page emphasizes the comfort and quality of the sleepwear, highlighting features like elasticized waistbands, shirring, and decorative embellishments. (+Gorgeous bright yellow long gown Long gown Royal blue pajamas Royal blue yoke-top long gown Tunic and pants pajama Two-tone footed sleeper and Wincama fleece robe)
November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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#Christmas 1999: Kitchen Appliances and Ironing Appliances from Index

(+Morphy Richards Thermostatic Timer-Controlled Trousers Press; Kenwood Deep Fryer DF220; Tefal Deep Fryer 6232.15; Morphy Richards Deep Fryer 45003; Russell Hobbs Juicer 9915; Braun Handblender and Chopper MR400HC, and more)
This page is from a catalogue featuring kitchen appliances and ironing equipment from brands such as Kenwood, Russell Hobbs, Morphy Richards, Braun, and Philips. The items are displayed with images, prices, and order codes, along with promotional offers like cash-back and price reductions. (+Braun Handblender Baby Set MR440HC Braun Handblender and Chopper MR400HC Braun Handblender, Chopper and Whisk MR550HC Kenwood Deep Fryer DF220 Kenwood Hand Mixer HM300 Kenwood Hand Mixer HM400 Morphy Richards 400-Watt Motor Detachable Arm and Beaker Morphy Richards Deep Fryer 45003 Morphy Richards Thermostatic Timer-Controlled Trousers Press Moulinex Iron AB77PG Philips Blender HR1707 Philips Iron H1322 Philips Iron H1414 Philips Iron H1515 Russell Hobbs Juicer 9915 and Tefal Deep Fryer 6232.15)
November 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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#Christmas 1984: Easy Listening from Currys

(+Fidelity CRP100 Telephone; Morphy Richards CR337; Panasonic RC6050; Grundig Music Boy 60; Hitachi KH969; Triumph CR1620; Sanyo RM5005; Hitachi KH437; Sanyo RP8800; Grundig Hit Boy 60; Triumph CLR2520; Benkson CLR23; Kisho KC1160; and Triumph R2015)
This is a Currys catalogue page showcasing various electronic devices categorized under "Easy Listening." Products include radios, cassette recorders, and clock radios, featuring different brands such as Triumph, Panasonic, Grundig, and Hitachi. The page highlights exclusive deals and a price promise. (+Benkson CLR23 Fidelity CRP100 Telephone Grundig Hit Boy 60 Grundig Music Boy 60 Hitachi KH437 Hitachi KH969 Kisho KC1160 Morphy Richards CR337 Panasonic RC6050 Sanyo RM5005 Sanyo RP8800 Triumph CLR2520 Triumph CR1620 and Triumph R2015)
November 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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1978: Kitchenware and Kitchen Scales & Accessories from Family Album

(+Tower Slow Cooker/Casserole; Challenge Auto Boil Kettle; Cookmaster Decor 5pce. Pan Set; Harvestime 4 pce. Pan set; Tefal Pressure Cooker; Cookmaster Colour Pan Set; Three-piece saucepan set, and more)
This page features a wide selection of cookware and kitchen accessories from a catalogue, organized into sections like ‘Perfect Pots and Pans’ and ‘Kitchenware Care’. The items are brightly colored and visually appealing, suggestive of a 1970s aesthetic. Prices are clearly indicated for each product. (+Bib apron Bread Bin Calor Gas Lighter Challenge Auto Boil Kettle Chip pan, basket and cover Chopping board Cook's measure Cookmaster Colour Pan Set Cookmaster Decor 5pce. Pan Set Cotton-covered tea cosy Harvestime 4 pce. Pan set Kitchen tool set Kitchen-roll holder Leifheit Knife Sharpener Moulinex 'Mouligrater' Open frypan Oven mitts Pair of 2lb. loaf tins Perfect Pots 'n' Pans Plastic pedal bin Tala Non Stick Potato Baker & Tray Tala potato baker and non-stick tray Tefal Pressure Cooker Three-piece Aluminium frying pan set Three-piece saucepan set Three-sectional frying pan Tower Slow Cooker/Casserole and Waymaster Kitchen Scale)
November 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Nov 1925: Magic Lanterns ad from A. W. Gamage Ltd. (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Get This Model Loco; Defiance Football; Youths' Superior Boxing Gloves; Boys' Boxing Shorts; Boxed Microscope; Make Chemistry Your Hobby; Fretwork; Boxing Vests, and more)
This image is an advertisement for a wide range of children's hobbies and sporting goods. Items include model locomotives, magic lanterns, chemistry sets, fretwork sets, boxing equipment, footballs, and a microscope. It advertises a catalogue of products. Every Need for Every Hobby at GAMAGES Whatever your particular hobby-Fretwork, Carpentry, Model Engineering, etc., if you come to Gamages for your supplies, you know that they are the work of experts and you have the additional satisfaction of knowing that they all cost less than if you'd gone elsewhere. Write and tell us about your particular hobby and we will send you a free book of the things you need for it. No Meccano Magazine Reader should be without his copy of Gamages Model Engineer's List, 31 pages packed with everything from Lathes to Scale Model Railway Track. Your Copy comes post free. To take 31×31 slides. Just the lantern for the boy who wishes to show really sharp and well illuminated pictures. Well made japanned metal body, with spring carrier frame, brass sliding front, tube, etc., double achromatic lens, with focussing. Complete Outfit, including slide carrier, gas or electric fittings (excluding bulb) and 1 box of slides. or with 3 wick oil lamp 63/- LIST OF LANTERNS, CINEMAS, ETC., POST FREE. We have still a few copies of our Football List left and if you have not had yours, send NOW, men- tioning Meccano Maga- zine. As illustrated. Suitable for your best matches. Hand sewn, fitted with best red rubber bladder. One of the finest of indoor Sports, & if you buy Gamage Kit you will enjoy it to the full. See our Prices in our Football & Winter Games List. Post Free if you mention Meccano Magazine. This hobby will help you to pass many happy hours this winter. All the parts are strongly made and will take a lot of hard wear. Outfit as illns- trated, containing 12" frame, Archimedean drill with bits, cutting table with iron cramp, fretwork hamper, sand- paper block, I doz, saw blades and de-...
November 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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1956: Cameras & Accessories, Cycling, Sporting Goods and Camping & Outdoor Gear from Littlewoods

(+Empire Aristocrat Portable Typewriter; Nixette Camera with ever-ready type case; Nixette Camera without Case; Box Camera with Case; Box Camera without Case; Flash Presentation Outfit, and more)
This page from a Littlewoods catalogue showcases sporting goods, cameras, camping gear, and cycling kits. It features images and prices for each product, emphasizing inexpensive options for outdoor activities and cold weather protection. The layout uses illustrations and concise descriptions. (+Anti-frost Lamp Black Leathercloth Cycle Bag Box Camera with Case Box Camera without Case Control the Temperature Adaptastat Cycle Dynamo Set Empire Aristocrat Portable Typewriter Fawn Waterproof Overtrousers Flash Presentation Outfit Folding Camp Bed Hockey Sticks Junior Fishing Outfit Nixette Camera with ever-ready type case Nixette Camera without Case Oil Pressure Wind-proof Lantern Pressure Stove Zip-fastened Cycle Trousers and Zip-fastened Cycling Cape)
November 17, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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From France, 1976: Baby Products and Dolls & Accessories from Nouvelles Galeries (more at @OldInCatalogues.bsky.social)

(+Chrome tube, Jean cotton bassinet; Chrome and plastic tube, convertible into a walker; Chrome tube, plain plastic bassinet, and more)

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This page of a French children's catalogue showcases doll clothes and accessories, including a rotating clothes rack. It also displays various baby products such as high chairs and strollers, offering a range of styles and prices. Bois verni, siège mousse recouvert coton «Varnished wood, foam seat covered in cotton» Caprice «Caprice» Fer laqué, accoudoirs chromés, nacelle plastique imprimé «Lacquered iron, chrome armrests, printed plastic bassinet» Tube chromé et plastique, transformable en trotteur «Chrome and plastic tube, convertible into a walker» Tube chromé, nacelle coton Jean «Chrome tube, Jean cotton bassinet» Tube chromé, nacelle plastique uni «Chrome tube, plain plastic bassinet»
November 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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#Christmas 1982: Action Toys from Hamleys

(+Western Locomotive; Peekaboo Pup; Sonic Fire Engine; Percussion Rifle; Wind-up Train; Fun Bi-plane; Space Ship; Mach X Rocket; Bath Cruiser; Beetle Car; Remote Control Helicopter; Comic Plane; Rowing Boat; Helicopter; and Tug Boat)
This page from a toy catalogue showcases a variety of action toys, including vehicles, animals, and novelty items. The toys are categorized and priced, with battery requirements listed where applicable. The image suggests a 1980s or 1970s setting. (+Bath Cruiser Beetle Car Comic Plane Fun Bi-plane Helicopter Mach X Rocket Peekaboo Pup Percussion Rifle Remote Control Helicopter Rowing Boat Sonic Fire Engine Space Ship Tug Boat Western Locomotive and Wind-up Train)
November 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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#Christmas 1999: Fragrances & Aftershaves and Men's Cacharel Collection from Wilkinson

(+Christian Dior Poison; Cerruti 1881 Pour Femme; Giorgio; Hugo Woman; Elizabeth Arden Red Door; Cacharel Anais Anaïs; YSL Paris; Ralph Lauren Polo Sport; Ralph Lauren Polo; Chloe; Amarige, and more)
This is a page from a perfume and aftershave catalogue, showing a wide variety of brands and products for both men and women. Prices are listed, and some products are marked with reduced prices. The page also features a section for a store address and a place to affix a postage stamp. (+Amarige Cacharel Anais Anaïs Cerruti 1881 Pour Femme Chloe Christian Dior Dune Christian Dior Eau Savage Christian Dior Poison Davidoff Cool Water Dolce & Gabbana Elizabeth Arden Red Door Elizabeth Arden Sunflowers Eternity Giorgio Giorgio Ocean Dream Givenchy Hugo Woman Lacoste Narcisse Obsession Paco Rabanne Quorum Ralph Lauren Polo Ralph Lauren Polo Sport Versace Blue Jeans YSL Jazz YSL Kouros YSL Opium and YSL Paris)
November 17, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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1974: Military Vehicles from Corgi

(+Gift Set No. 10; 903 British Chieftain Medium Tank; 902 American M60 A1 Medium Tank; 900 German Tiger Mk 1 Tank; and 901 Centurion Mk III Tank)
This page displays a range of Corgi Great Fighting Tanks die-cast models. It features various tanks and a tank transporter, highlighting the tanks' features like flexible tracks and movable guns. A road sign indicating a tank crossing is also included. (+900 German Tiger Mk 1 Tank 901 Centurion Mk III Tank 902 American M60 A1 Medium Tank 903 British Chieftain Medium Tank and Gift Set No. 10)
November 17, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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#Christmas 1999: Fragrances & Aftershaves and Men's Grooming from Wilkinson

(+Samsara; Opium; Poison; Amarige; Red Door; Lou Lou; Anais Anais; Ocean Dream; L'Air du Temps; Red Jeans; Cerruti 1881 Pour Femme; Sunflowers; Hugo Woman; Chloé; Jazz; Eau Savage; Dune for Men; Obsession; Kouros, and more)
This is a Park Christmas 2000 catalogue page advertising top brand perfumes and aftershaves at discounted prices. The page features numerous products, organised by brand and gender, with striking visuals and price comparisons. (+Amarige Anais Anais Blue Jeans CK One Cerruti 1881 Pour Femme Chloé Dolce & Gabbana Dune for Men Eau Savage Eternity for Men Extreme Polo Sport Givenchy for Men Hugo Woman Jazz Kouros L'Air du Temps Lacoste Lou Lou Obsession Ocean Dream Opium Opium for Men Paco Rabanne Poison Polo Quorum Red Door Red Jeans Samsara and Sunflowers)
November 16, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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#Christmas 1988: Horror & Fantasy from The Leisure Circle

(+Araminta Station; The Forge of God; The Dark; Mirror; Roof World; Faerie Tale; The Player of Games; Garden of Shadows; The Influence; Vengeance of Orion; Voyagers; Nerilka's Story & The Coelura; and The Jonah)
This is a catalogue page featuring books in the Horror and Fantasy genres. The page is divided into sections for each book, including the title, author, price, and a brief summary. The books are grouped by author and sub-genre. (+Araminta Station Faerie Tale Garden of Shadows Mirror Nerilka's Story & The Coelura Roof World The Dark The Forge of God The Influence The Jonah The Player of Games Vengeance of Orion and Voyagers)
November 16, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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1962: Track Accessories from Scalextric

(+Le Mans Dunlop Bridge; Flyover; Hump Back; Safety Track Barriers; Straw Bale; Flexible Hedge; Pair of Bushes; Oil Drum Marker; Half Tyre Marker; Hurdle; Flexible Fencing; Track Sign Set; and Track Clip)
This page showcases Scalextric track accessories, emphasizing realism. It features bridges, barriers, landscaping, signage, and other details to enhance the racing experience. The 'Le Mans' bridge and flyover are highlighted, along with smaller accessories like bales of hay and bushes. (+Flexible Fencing Flexible Hedge Flyover Half Tyre Marker Hump Back Hurdle Le Mans Dunlop Bridge Oil Drum Marker Pair of Bushes Safety Track Barriers Straw Bale Track Clip and Track Sign Set)
November 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Nov 1979: Zeon Watches ad from DG Leisure Centres (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Zeon No. 58 Solar Rechargeable LCD Watch with Alarm and Chronograph; Zeon No. 57 Countdown Worldtime Chrono Alarm; Zeon No. 56 LCD Alarm Chronograph, and more)

«TIME TO CHANGE TO ZEON»
This is an advertisement for a range of Zeon quartz watches. The advert details each watch model, featuring their prices and main functions. The watches are all available at various department stores and through mail order. TIME TO CHANGE TO ZEON AT ALL OF OUR BRANCHES A FABULOUS RANGE OF QUARTZ WATCHES ZEON No.12 LCD with STOPWATCH ● Hours & minutes constant display ● Touch button for month & date ● Touch button twice for seconds ● Minutes and seconds stopwatch ● Backlight for use after dark. DG DISCOUNT PRICE £9.95 ZEON No.7 LCD ALARM WATCH ● Constant display of hours, min- utes, seconds and day. ● Built-in bleep alarm. ● Date and month at a touch of the button. ● Backlight for use after dark. DG DISCOUNT PRICE £14.95 ZEON No.103 LCD CHRONOGRAPH ● Hours, minutes & seconds display ● Touch button for month date & day. ● Chronograph with stop/start & lap stop facilities to 1/100th sec. ● Backlight for use after dark. DG DISCOUNT PRICE £14.95 ZEON No.91 Front Button Chrono Alarm ● Constant display of hours, min- utes, seconds and day. ● Stopwatch operation to 1/100th sec. ● Built- in bleep alarm. ● Front button operation. DG DISCOUNT PRICE £19.95 ZEON No.56 LCD ALARM CHRONOGRAPH ● Hours, minutes, day constant dis- play plus either date or seconds. ● Easy setting bleep alarm. ● Chr- ono readout for Hrs. Min. Secs. ● Dual time faci- lity & backlight. £22.95 DIG DISCOUNT PRICE Branches in many leading stores~ Bentalls BRACKNELL Telephone 24678 EALING Telephone (01) 567 3040 KINGSTON Telephone (01) 546 1001 ALLDERS CROYDON Telephone (01) 681 2577 ELTHAM Telephone (01) 850 9911 Whiteleys BAYSWATER Telephone (01) 229 1234 ARDING & HOBBS CLAPHAM JUNCTION Telephone (01) 228 8877 All come complete with presentation box ZEON QUARTZ All ZEON watches are covered by our 12 months guarantee Countdown Worldtime Chrono Alarm ● Full facility LCD watch with alarm. ● Stopwatch to 1/10th sec. plus count down timer. ● World time for eight different time zones. DG DISCOUNT PRICE...
November 16, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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1965: Floor Coverings from Littlewoods

(+Tweed Jute Cord; Patterned Jute Cord; Vinyl Foam-back for Super Tread; Heavily vinyl-surfaced woodweave rug; and Woven plastic rug)
This page from an Autumn/Winter catalogue showcases a variety of floor coverings, including rugs, carpets, and mats. The products are categorized by material and pattern, and pricing and payment options are provided. (+Heavily vinyl-surfaced woodweave rug Patterned Jute Cord Tweed Jute Cord Vinyl Foam-back for Super Tread and Woven plastic rug)
November 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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From America, #Christmas 1996: Menswear from JCPenney (more at @OldInCatalogues.bsky.social)

(+Levi's® Dockers® bomber jacket; Levi's® Dockers® wrinkle-free wide-wale corduroy pants; Levi's® Dockers® classic-fit pants, and more)
This catalogue page features a selection of Levi's Dockers menswear, including jackets, corduroy pants, twill pants, and knit shirts. Prices range from $27.99 to $94.99 when you buy any 2 or more items. Various colors and sizes are available. It also directs the reader to the JCPenney website. (+Levi's® Dockers Golf jacquard knit shirts Levi's® Dockers® bomber jacket Levi's® Dockers® classic-fit pants Levi's® Dockers® scuffed twill pants and Levi's® Dockers® wrinkle-free wide-wale corduroy pants)
November 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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1939: Model Railways and Electrical Components from Meccano

(+Right-hand points; Left-hand points; Parallel points; Double symmetrical points; Acute-angle crossings; Right-angle crossings; Curved rails; Curved half rails; Curved quarter rails; Straight rails; Straight half rails, and more)
This is a page from a Hornby model railway catalogue featuring tinplate and solid steel track systems. It lists various track components, including rails, points, crossings, and brake rails, specifying dimensions and prices for clockwork and electric models. (+Acute-angle crossings Crossover points Curved brake rails Curved half rails Curved quarter rails Curved rails Double symmetrical points Electrical Terminal for Solid Section Rail FP Fishplates Left-hand points MCC Connecting Clip PCC Connecting Clip Parallel points Rail connecting plates Right-angle crossings Right-hand points Straight brake and reverse rails Straight brake rails Straight half rails Straight quarter rails and Straight rails)
November 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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1960: Dresses from Bollin House

(+Tortoiseshell; Green; Navy; and Pink)
This is a Bollin catalogue page featuring Linda Leigh dresses. It showcases four styles: a green and white novelty design, a tortoiseshell embroidered dress, a navy spot spun rayon dress, and a pink spun rayon dress. Each dress has size charts and pricing information. A man painting a yellow sign is also pictured. (+Green Navy Pink and Tortoiseshell)
November 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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#Christmas 1990: Toys from Gamleys

(+Playskool Cassette Player; Matchbox Activity Bear Play Centre; Musical Busy Box; Weebles Fun-time House; Matchbox Big Band Bear; Matchbox Bathtime Bear; Shelcore Chug-chug-choo-choo; Mattel Disney Learn To Dress Mickey; Mattel Disney See & Say Mickey, and more)
This page from a Gamleys toy catalogue showcases a range of toys for children of various ages. It is organized into sections for different brands like Playskool, Matchbox, and Shelcore. The items include electronic toys, ride-on toys, and playsets for imaginative play. (+Bright & Busy Bears Tray Check-out Cash Register Digger the Dog Humpty Dumpty Illco Sesame Street Wind-up Jalopy Illco Sesame Street Wind-up Train Illco Teddy Bear Play Gym Matchbox Activity Bear Play Centre Matchbox Bathtime Bear Matchbox Big Band Bear Matchbox My First Playtrack Town Mattel Disney Fire Truck Shape Sorter Mattel Disney Learn To Dress Mickey Mattel Disney See & Say Mickey Mushroom Playhouse Musical Busy Box Musical Rock-a-bye Pony Playskool Cassette Player Playskool Li'l Lady Buggy School Playboot Shelcore Chug-chug-choo-choo Shelcore Harmony Hippos Shelcore Listen & Learn Electronic Keyboard Shelcore Peek-a-boo Tunnel Weebles Fun-time House and Weebles Mini Vehicles)
November 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Nov 1958: Raleigh Moped ad from Raleigh Industries (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Insurance Policy)

«"I FOUND I WAS
NEVER GETTING A MOMENT
TO MYSELF . . .
...so I bought this
Raleigh moped"»
A black and white advertisement for a moped, featuring an illustration of a woman riding the moped, followed by comic strip-style images of her using the moped for shopping and commuting. Information is given on how the moped is powerful and reliable. "I FOUND I WAS NEVER GETTING A MOMENT TO MYSELF . . . ...so I bought this Raleigh moped" Anywhere you can keep a bike, you can keep a Raleigh Moped. Now I get to the shops before all the best buys have gone. Such a saving in fares, too. There's always room to get to the front when you're riding a Raleigh Moped. I don't understand machinery, but with him so near I don't need to. Poor people! I shall be home again before some of them have even got on to the bus. ONLY 46½ GNS or £5 DOWN and 78 weekly payments of 12/11 Send this coupon today for details of the Raleigh Moped, and a list of the dealers in your district. NAME ADDRESS TO RALEIGH INDUSTRIES LTD, NOTTINGHAM D.M.2 IF YOU WANT A MOPED, THIS RALEIGH IS THE MOPED YOU WANT- HERE'S WHY * Made by Raleigh, who know more about making fine dependable cycles than any other firm. * Powered by a newly-designed extra-simple Sturmey-Archer two-stroke engine of 49 c.c. * Cruises at up to 25 m.p.h. with complete reliability, easy to pedal and does 200 miles to the gallon. * Engineered to need very little more looking-after than a push-bike. * On sale at your Raleigh Moped Dealer, who is fully trained and equipped to give first-rate service. * A Comprehensive Insurance Policy, normally costing 30/- to 35/-, is available at only 25/- -AND THIS IS THE SIGN OF THE RALEIGH MOPED DEALER * See the Raleigh Moped at the Cycle Show-Earls Court, STAND 37
November 16, 2025 at 12:30 PM