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Up for sale is a fantastic, curated lot of vintage and antique Pittsburgh-themed ephemera spanning the mid-to-late 20th century. This collection is perfect for local historians, Western Pennsylvania collectors, or industrial decor enthusiasts.
What’s Included in the Lot:
-1939 WJAS Radio Pittsburgh Souvenir Booklet: A rare, pre-WWII look at the historic local station. Features great period typography and imagery.
-A History of the Bureau of Mines, Pittsburgh Research Center: A highly detailed historical booklet tracking the region's vital mining and safety research history. Highly collectible.
-Pittsburgh Commercial Heat Treating Company Brochure: Mid-century industrial trade literature showcasing "Specialized Equipment and Skills." Great imagery of local steel/metal processing.
-Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Newspaper (March 24, 1960): Complete second section featuring local headlines, including "Firemen Check Fire-Damaged Steel Plant.
-“The Peabody" Magazine: Vintage publication of Pittsburgh’s Peabody High School with striking cover graphics.
-Vintage booklet Complete Street Guide of Pittsburgh and 18 Nearby Suburbs: Classic pocket transit guide mapping out historic city streets and neighborhoods.