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FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • VOL. 52, NO. 38
Zelma’s Emporium Replaces Golden Lane In New Oxford, Pa. New Group Shop Is Committed To Investing In Business And Offering Quality Material When folks walk into Zelma’s and learn that the new owner purchased the store during the
pandemic, the common reation is, “You are either crazy or super smart?” Sherry Cline’s response,
“I didn’t want to see this store die, so I stepped in.” In May of 2020, Cline purchased Golden Lane Antiques and Art Gallery in New Oxford, Pa. She was uncertain if/when it would reopen but was willing to fully launch online if needed. Pennsylvania allowed the reopening of nonessential businesses at the end of that month, so she opened the doors and got to work. Now rebranded as Zelma’s Emporium, one could say she did a number of things against the grain: bought a closed store, renamed it, reduced
the footprint by closing the basement and second floor spaces, Continued on page 2
Fall Antiques At Rhinebeck Slated For Columbus Day Weekend Two-Day Show Set For Oct. 8 And 9 Barn Star Productions is pleased to announce the fall edition of Antiques at Rhinebeck will take place on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 8 and 9, at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, N.Y. With a long-standing history and popularity among collectors, decorators and the general public, the Rhinebeck shows have spanned over 30 years, presenting a wide cultural swath of objects from not only America but from Europe, Asia and around the world. Held entirely indoors, the show encompasses three large, well-ventilated buildings, making for a comfortable show experience. “Welcome to our Fall Antiques
at Rhinebeck Show or, more appropriately put, the Rhinebeck experience! Why experience? Well, from the time you arrive at the show, we try our best to make your “experience” as enjoyable and memorable as possible. While our exceptional exhibitors are putting the finishing touch on their displays, anticipation builds up to the show opening when the “experience turns to magic” and the hunt begins. If you have never been to the Rhinebeck show, now is the time to gather your friends, slip on your most comfortable shoes, shop the show (admission good for both days), make dinner reservations in town, and that is Continued on page 2
Han Solo’s Blaster Sells For Over 1 Million Sole Surviving Example Used By Harrison Ford In “Star Wars: A New Hope” Among Stars Of $23 Million Three-Day Sale The only surviving blaster originally used by Harrison Ford as Han Solo in “Star Wars: A New Hope” sold at Rock Island Auction Company’s August Premier Auction for $1,057,500. Han Solo’s blaster headlined the three-day event that drew international interest and achieved over $23 million. Interest in the iconic blaster was hotter than the twin suns of Tatooine in the run-up to the auction. The BlasTech DL-44 Heavy Blaster was estimated between $300,000-$500,000. Bidding quickly blew past the estimate, like the 2018 sale of a blaster prop used in “Return of the Jedi,” which realized $550,000. “We know how passionate fine arms collectors can be, and it’s great to see that same energy in other fields of collecting,” said Kevin Hogan, president of Rock Island Auction Company. “We’re grateful for the excitement and support generated for this auction. It’s yet another demonstration of the growing markets for collectibles and fine arms.” The prop, one of three made for the 1977 film, was previously considered missing and presumed lost forever. The gun had been in the inventory of Bapty & Co., a London prop house that provided numerous weapons for “A New Hope.” The blaster, comprised of military surplus parts, would go on to serve as the prototype for those carried by Solo throughout the first three “Star Wars” films produced. “Star Wars” fans refer to Han Solo’s blaster, one of the most recognizable weapons in movie history, as the “Hero” prop Continued on page 7
In This Issue SHOPS, SHOWS & MARKETS . . . . . . . . . starting on page 3 SHOPS DIRECTORY . . . . . . . . . on page 5 EVENT & AUCTION CALENDAR . on page 6 AUCTION SALE BILLS . . starting on page 7 AUCTIONEER DIRECTORY . . . . on page 7
FEATURE RESULTS: Potter & Potter Poster Sale - August 20 - Page 2
CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . .on page 11