Hey, pennant guys

perezfan · #1 09-04-2017, 11:46 AM

Those are just fantastic. Especially love West Virginia, Texas, Miami and Va. Tech.

All of them are great, though... And I would not touch that Stanford Banner either!

ooo-ribay · #2 09-04-2017, 07:20 PM

Rob and Mark are big time "pennant guys," as am I. That said, I would not be above a little light cleaning on your fantastic Stanford pennant. If it were mine, I would use a mild dish or laundry soap and a soft bristle toothbrush on the white border.

But that's just me.

pennants561 · #3 09-04-2017, 08:59 PM

Thanks for the advice guys!

yankeesjetsfan · #4 09-05-2017, 08:46 AM

Beautiful pennant!

Mike

Huysmans · #5 09-05-2017, 03:10 PM

Hey guys, I know it's Canadian, but I'm curious if anyone is familiar with this particular pennant. I'm wondering if it's a CFL Eskimos pennant (the modern club has existed since 1949), or possible an earlier example, as Wiki states that two early football clubs in the city used the "Eskimos" moniker, one from 1895-1923, the other from 1929-39. The use of the term "Eskimo" instead of "Eskimos" along with the leather-style looking helmet and somewhat melon shaped ball makes me think it could be from the second club to use the name...
Or is it just a 1950s CFL example?

What do you think?

.... Sorry the image turned out so poor..

Huysmans · #6 09-05-2017, 03:14 PM

I hope this is better...

Duluth Eskimo · #7 09-05-2017, 03:46 PM

This appears to be a mini pennant, not that it matters but you sometime see some different colors and styles on minis. I would say due to color and font on pennant this is a classic 50's maybe up to early 60's.

Forever Young · #8 10-23-2017, 07:29 AM

My beloved Vikings... We have a love hate relationship.

Is there a book/guide for pennants that shows relative value and scarcity?

Fballguy · #9 10-23-2017, 09:40 AM

I'd put those in the "somewhat rare" category. There's usually one or two of each available on eBay at any given time. The one with the football player is more rare and typically sells for more. Probably in the $150-$200 range. Your variation of this pennant...monotone yellow paint...is more rare than the multi colored version. Not sure how much that adds to value.

The other typically sells for around $100-$125...on eBay any way.

There is a pennant price guide out there. If you google it, it will pop up. The football section is a little lean, but both of your pennants are in there.

Forever Young · #10 10-23-2017, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Fballguy

I'd put those in the "somewhat rare" category. There's usually one or two of each available on eBay at any given time. The one with the football player is more rare and typically sells for more. Probably in the $150-$200 range. Your variation of this pennant...monotone yellow paint...is more rare than the multi colored version. Not sure how much that adds to value.

The other typically sells for around $100-$125...on eBay any way.

There is a pennant price guide out there. If you google it, it will pop up. The football section is a little lean, but both of your pennants are in there.

Thank you so much for your reply and help. I added this one too... YIKES! I guess I have Viking Pennant Fever.

The truth of the matter is.. I collected pennants as a kid. Every time I went to a sporting event or any tourist trap, I would get one. I had them all around my ceiling sewn together. I still have them ... but I doubt any are of value being from the 80s primarily.
I always wanted to get into these and collect earlier, rarer pieces. I figured I'd start with the semi inexpensive Vikings collection as I'm a huge fan.

Duluth Eskimo · #11 10-24-2017, 06:11 AM

Rob pretty much hit the nail on the head with those two. This last photo you posted is a rarer pennant, but still in that same ballpark. I would say $150 - 200 on that one also. The good thing about all three is that they appear to be in solid condition which is generally an issue for early Vikings pennants as they are often purple and susceptible to heavy fading. Most Vikings pennants are going to break the bank and they display well. I guess that's why a lot of people like pennants so much. Take care.

Fballguy · #12 10-24-2017, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Duluth Eskimo

Rob pretty much hit the nail on the head with those two. This last photo you posted is a rarer pennant, but still in that same ballpark. I would say $150 - 200 on that one also. The good thing about all three is that they appear to be in solid condition which is generally an issue for early Vikings pennants as they are often purple and susceptible to heavy fading. Most Vikings pennants are going to break the bank and they display well. I guess that's why a lot of people like pennants so much. Take care.

Regarding the Vikings pennant with player in the horned helmet. Been chasing that one for years. It still burns me that a beautiful example was posted on eBay a few months back with a $100 Buy it Now price. Despite checking eBay nearly every day, it was sold by the time I saw it.

As for the specific one above, it's been on eBay for a couple years. The seller, having the only one available, was pretty set in his price and had all the leverage against a desperate pennant collector. He probably shot down a dozen offers from me over the past two years. Glad to see it finally sell. I have some closure now. LOL

Forever Young · #13 10-24-2017, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Duluth Eskimo

Rob pretty much hit the nail on the head with those two. This last photo you posted is a rarer pennant, but still in that same ballpark. I would say $150 - 200 on that one also. The good thing about all three is that they appear to be in solid condition which is generally an issue for early Vikings pennants as they are often purple and susceptible to heavy fading. Most Vikings pennants are going to break the bank and they display well. I guess that's why a lot of people like pennants so much. Take care.

Thanks for the response. I paid strong but ok with it based on their condition. I paid about $600 for all three. The last one is absolutely beautiful imo.. rich in color. If you should know of any other tough examples at reasonable prices, please lmk. Ben

Cool pennants Marc

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