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The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Ocean Conservation.
Lot 155:
Description
Two souvenir items featuring shark motifs. The first is a decorative Christmas ornament fashioned from painted resin with a glossy finish, depicting a gray shark positioned through a red and white life preserver ring. The second item is a promotional sun visor constructed of light blue flexible foam featuring a white plastic snap-button closure. The graphic includes the text JAWS CHARTERS and a toll-free phone number printed in red. Ornament: 2 1/2" H x 5 1/2" L x 2 1/4" W. Visor: 6 1/2" H x 11" W with 5" band.
Each of these was sent to Peter by a fan or a publisher over the years. For the novel mug in Lot 157, pour in hot water and watch what happens to the color of the water.
From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.
Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund.
Condition report:
Both items exhibit signs of age and handling. The resin ornament shows small paint losses, most notably a white scuff on the red section of the life preserver. The foam visor displays a distinct yellowish-brown circular stain on the left side of the brim and general light surface soiling throughout.
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