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I’m beyond excited to share with you the treasured inventory from Neat Stuff Enterprises—the beloved Philadelphia collectibles shop that felt like stepping into a time machine of pure childhood wonder.
For more than 35 years, my late wife, Giovanna Del Buono, filled those shelves with magic. Walking through the door meant the gleam of mint-in-box action figures under glass, and Giovanna’s infectious laugh as she pulled “just one more gem” from the back room. Whether you were hunting down that elusive 1960s Beatles poster, a Holy Grail G.I. Joe, or an autographed photo you’d given up on ever finding, Giovanna remembered every piece and every story behind it. She won “Best of Philly” for 60s memorabilia, graced the pages of newspapers, and even brought her passion to Don Pollec’s World on local TV—but to thousands of us, she was simply the heart of the store.
The bell above the door doesn’t ring anymore, but every item I’m listing here still carries the glow of those Saturday afternoons spent digging through boxes, swapping stories with fellow collectors, and walking out with something that made your eight-year-old self cheer all over again.
These aren’t just toys and posters—they’re little time capsules of joy, curated with love by someone who truly understood why we collect: to hold onto the moments that made us feel most alive.
If something here makes your heart skip the way it did when you first spotted it on Giovanna’s shelf so many years ago, then her legacy lives on.
It’s an honor to pass these pieces of happiness along to you.
For Sale: Authentic Vintage RCA Victor Nipper Dog - 20" Blow Mold Store Display
You are looking at a highly collectible original RCA Victor "Nipper" store display dog, the iconic Jack Russell Terrier listening to "His Master's Voice." This is the desirable 20-inch blow-mold plastic version that was used in RCA dealers and record shops.
HISTORY:
The original Nippers from the 1920s-30s were paper mache, later chalkware/plaster. In the 1940s-50s they were done in resin/fiberglass by the Old King Cole Company. This is the final and most durable version - molded hollow plastic produced from the late 1950s through the 1970s for RCA Victor dealerships. Dimensions match the catalog standard: 20" X 19" X 8".
DETAILS FROM PHOTOS:
- Pose:Classic seated, head cocked to left - alert expression
- Markings:Brown drop ears with dark brown eye patch on left ear, black nose, brown glass eyes
- Collar:Black studded collar with 5+ gold studs
- Construction:Hollow blow-mold plastic, lightweight. One circular mounting hole on underside / bottom (approx 1" dia) - this is factory for securing to display pole or store shelf, not damage.
- Seam:Center mold seam visible down back, typical for blow-mold
CONDITION - As Photographed:
Very Good vintage display condition. No cracks, no breaks, no repairs. Paint is original.
- Light surface scuffs and paint rubs consistent with age and store use, mostly on back and haunches
- Some minor yellowing / discoloration to white plastic
- Slight paint loss on bottom paws / toe dots
- Gloss retained - displays beautifully
Please review all high-res photos - they are part of the description.
This is NOT the modern Design Toscano reproduction. This is the original RCA dealer piece.
