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THB[CHOCOLATE]. Binder of chocolate-related documents and ephemera.
![[CHOCOLATE]. Binder of chocolate-related documents and ephemera.](https://s1.img.bidsquare.com/item/xl/3624/36246365.jpeg?t=1Wa90J)
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About Auction
LiveMay 7, 2026
This auction will feature an extensive offering of gum, candy, and soda advertising and collectibles, in addition to classic slot machines and other coin-operated machines. Vintage American advertising, toys, and games will also be included. We will round out the sale with fine antiques, silver, and decorative art from a Chicago estate, including a large Tiffany & Co. sterling trophy. Potter & Potter Auctions info@potterauctions.com
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- Lot Description
[CHOCOLATE]. Binder of chocolate and candy-related documents and ephemera. V.p. (bulk American), late 18th - mid-20th century. 71 pieces, including several early chocolate-related manuscripts, many letterheads and billheads, and advertising envelopes.
Highlights include:
a 1780 manuscript receipt for the bulk purchase of chocolate by Mr. G Dorsey, Philadelphia;
an 1830 receipt for purchase of box of chocolate from Levy Solomon's Co., on engraved billhead;
two (1797 / 1799) deeds for the sale of land by Jonas Welsh, "of Boston...Chocolate Manufacturer,"...;
1840 and 1847 receipts for purchases of chocolate in Boston from Silas Peirce;
and many different documents on engraved or lithographed letterhead.
Housed in a black vinyl album, 12 x 12 x 2", slipcased.
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![Group of 16 Booklets or Magazines, 3 Hardcovers, and Assorted Ephemera. [V. p., ca. 19th - 21st centuries].](https://s1.img.bidsquare.com/item/m/3587/35872209.jpeg?t=1W2c8A)
