Taryn Rose

Very Rare 1940 New York World's Fair Macy's Department Store Superman Costume

Description: Based on our extensive research, this is an exceptionally rare 1-piece Superman costume from 1940, marketed by Macy's Department Store in New York at the time of the New York World's Fair. The cloth costume (note that there is no cape) measures 16 inches from shoulder to shoulder and 44 inches (nearly four feet) from top to bottom. There is a tie back and elastic in the cloth at the ends of the arm and leg sleeves. The Superman emblem itself is in the same style as the one worn by Ray Middleton who was paraded through New York on Superman Day, July 3, 1940. We could find no rips or holes but there are some dark, shadowy marks at various spots which may have been from storage. The costume is guaranteed vintage and authentic. Not a reproduction or knock off. Based on our research, this one-piece suit is likely considerably more rare than the 1940 Macy's Superman suit with the running Superman on the upper portion of both legs. We have been able to find only one of these costumes that previously sold -- in 2013. We have included a link to a youtube video of Superman Day and Mr. Middleton's appearance. The costume is from the estate of a longtime Superman collector. Please see our photos for more detailed information. A wonderful rarity from the earliest days of Superman. Very likely the earliest Superman costume manufactured and a wonderful focal point to any advanced Superman collection. Here is the video of Mr. Middleton and Superman Day at the World's Fair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=pW-YvHXf1fA Winning bidder pays $25 for boxed priority insured mailing to U.S. addresses. We use eBay’s international shipping service for non-U.S. winning bidders. Please click "view seller's other items for more great vintage character, comic, TV and other collectible memorabilia. Buy items that can be shipped safely together and we will combine and save you on postage! Thanks for stopping by!

Price: 2299.79 USD

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri

End Time: 2024-11-10T20:04:31.000Z

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Item Specifics

Return shipping will be paid by: Seller

All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

Item must be returned within: 30 Days

Refund will be given as: Money Back

Personalize: No

Color: Multi-Color

Theme: Superman

Style: Jumpsuit

Material: Fabric

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