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PRINCE AND THE REVOLUTION – PURPLE RAIN. Records / Tips Cassettes & Records Co. An extraordinary physical media artifact for dedicated Prince scholars, Minneapolis-sound archivists, and elite worldwide vintage cassette collectors. Genuine factory-sealed subcontinental cassette pressings of Prince and The Revolution’s multi-diamond, cultural watershed masterpiece Purple Rain-officially licensed by Warner Music and manufactured in India in 2001 by Tips Cassettes & Records Co. Are exceptionally scarce and virtually non-existent on the open international market in unopened condition. RELEASE AND PRESSING DETAILS. Artist: Prince and The Revolution Prince, Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, Matt Fink, Brown Mark, Bobby Z. Album: Purple Rain (Music from the Motion Picture). Key Tracks: Purple Rain, When Doves Cry, Let’s Go Crazy, I Would Die 4 U, Baby I’m a Star, The Beautiful Ones, Computer Blue, Take Me with U, Darling Nikki. Format: Original Analog Audio Cassette Tape. Packaging Style: Standard Clear Hinged Norelco Jewel Case (Traditional Two-Piece Box). Record Label: Warner Bros. Records / Warner Music International / Licensed, Manufactured & Marketed in India by Tips Industries Ltd. Tips Cassettes & Records Co. Year of Release: 2001. Country of Origin: India. Packaging: Factory Sealed / Never Opened. Details: Authentic licensed subcontinental retail edition featuring official Tips licensing credits, regional statutory consumer printing (domestic MRP and 2001 packaging date notices), and distinctive Indian market multi-panel J-card layout completely preserved beneath the untouched original factory seal. TERRITORIAL ALLOCATION & PHYSICAL SURVIVAL PROFILE. The Historic Warner-Tips Subcontinental License Era (Early 2000s). In the late 1990s and early 2000s, following the conclusion of Warner’s initial Magnasound distribution era, major Indian label powerhouse Tips Industries acquired the exclusive subcontinental licensing and manufacturing rights to the Warner Music catalog. During this brief window, classic catalog milestones were pressed in tightly restricted, nominal quantities aimed strictly at premier metropolitan music retailers in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore, before tape lines were shut down completely. Sourcing an untouched, factory-sealed cassette bearing the official Tips imprint represents an extraordinarily scarce chapter of subcontinental physical media history. A Quarter-Century Survival Against Tropical Climate Attrition. The extreme ambient heat, relentless monsoon humidity cycles, and biological mold decay typical of the Indian subcontinent routinely destroy vintage physical media through split cellophane, moisture foxing, and warped plastic casings. Sourcing an authentic subcontinental cassette from 2001 that has remained completely unplayed, unopened, and hermetically preserved in its original factory shrinkwrap for over 25 years is an astonishing archival survival. Paramount Prince Discography Completion Value. Purple Rain stands as Prince’s crowning commercial and artistic triumph, generating two Billboard Number 1 hits, an Academy Award, and multiple Grammys while redefining modern pop, rock, and funk. Advanced discography archivists and Prince completists actively hunt down legitimate non-Western territorial issues to catalog localized typography, regional statutory markings, and distinct licensee imprint variations. Because authentic Indian retail copies were manufactured solely for domestic distribution and never exported abroad in volume, this factory-sealed Tips original stands as a standout portfolio showpiece. CONDITION AND ARCHIVAL GRADING. Condition: Mint / Factory Sealed. Factory Shrinkwrap: 100% intact, tight, and completely sealed around the standard jewel case with zero major tears, splits, cuts, or seam separation. J-Card / Cover Art: Completely pristine beneath the shrinkwrap, retaining razor-sharp fold lines, rich purple hues and contrast of the iconic motorcycle imagery, and zero moisture discoloration. Jewel Case: Flawless clear vintage case housing beneath the seal with no cracks, fractures, or loose internal hubs. Please inspect the high-resolution photographs carefully; you will receive the exact factory-sealed collector piece pictured. The sealed cassette is cushioned in thick, multi-layered shock-absorbing bubble wrap and encased inside a rigid, crush-proof cardboard box to ensure the original factory wrap and delicate casing arrive completely undisturbed. Tracked Dispatch: Dispatched promptly with full door-to-door international online tracking.

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Warner Bros Studio 1923 Snow Globe Limited Edition 1/250. Please see photos or the condition. Snow globe in fantastic condition with no damages. Has been carefully stored. #1 of 250 of this very limited run globe. You’ll never find this one again #1.

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The collection consisted of hundreds of original photos and signed fan photos that the collector painstakingly acquired directly from both celebrities and studios. Photo Overview A stunning Hollywood glamour photograph of Olivia de Havilland, the legendary Academy Award-winning actress, captured in a striking pin-up style pose during the late 1930s. De Havilland reclines on plush fur-covered cushions wearing a white swimsuit, her ankles crossed and adorned with a decorative ankle bracelet. The dramatic studio lighting creates a luminous spotlight effect behind her, highlighting her elegant profile and signature finger-wave hairstyle. This oversized 8×9.5 inch silver gelatin print is a beautifully composed studio publicity photograph from Warner Bros. Taken during the peak of de Havilland’s early Hollywood career. This photograph originates from the estate collection of Miss Gladys Sylvia, a dedicated Hollywood memorabilia collector who acquired photos directly from celebrities and studios. Historical Notes At the time this photograph was taken, Olivia de Havilland was one of Warner Bros. Biggest stars, appearing in beloved films like The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) opposite Errol Flynn. However, she was deeply unhappy with the studio system’s control over her career. In 1943, she filed a landmark lawsuit against Warner Bros. Challenging the practice of extending contracts as punishment for refusing roles. Her victory in the of Appeal case – known as the De Havilland Law – fundamentally changed Hollywood labor practices and freed actors from indefinite studio servitude. Liberated from Warner Bros. She went on to win two Academy Awards for Best Actress, for To Each His Own (1946) and The Heiress (1949). De Havilland lived an extraordinarily long life, relocating to Paris in the 1950s and passing away in July 2020 at the age of 104, making her one of the last surviving stars of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Print analysis This is a Type 1 original photograph, a silver gelatin studio print produced contemporaneously with the photo session in the late 1930s. The print is on heavy-weight, double-weight photographic paper consistent with Warner Bros. Studio output of the period. The back is blank, which is common for studio prints that were distributed directly to fans or retained for personal collections rather than press use. The tonal range is rich with deep blacks and creamy highlights characteristic of original period Hollywood glamour photography. The print size of 8×9.5 inches is a standard oversize studio format of the era. There are no signs of later reproduction techniques. The provenance from the Gladys Sylvia estate, a known collector who acquired material directly from studios and celebrities, further supports authenticity as a period original. Condition This is an antique photo and is in good vintage condition. Please see photos for any foxing, corner damage, tears, folds, smudges, or other age damage that may be present.

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Up for sale is a. 1990 Warner Bros Bugs Bunny 1 oz. 999 Silver Coin 50th Birthday W/COA & Box Rare. This is 100% Authentic. What you see is what you will receive. We take great pride in our customer service. We try to answer all questions within 24 hours of them being sent. 9 out of 10 times a simple google search can answer the questions you may have. We are happy to help as well with anything you may need to know. Please message us for any other info you may require. Please check out my other listings for more great items at huge discounts off of retail prices. Thank you for looking and have a wonderful day!

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Rare The Maltese Falcon Prototype resin statue inspired by the legendary falcon from the classic film The Maltese Falcon. This piece features a plaque marked “The Maltese Falcon Prototype” along with Warner Bros. The statue is made of solid resin, giving it substantial weight and excellent detail throughout the sculpt. The falcon stands approximately 12 inches (30 cm) tall on a 6 x 6 inch (15 x 15 cm) display base. The black finish and detailed feather work make it an impressive display piece. Based on the markings, this appears to be a prototype or presentation piece rather than a standard retail production item. “The Maltese Falcon Prototype” plaque. 6″ x 6″ base. Condition is very good with minor signs of age and storage. Please review all photos carefully for exact condition. A rare collectible for fans of classic Hollywood films, Warner Bros. Memorabilia, movie props, and prototype collectibles.

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Looney Tunes Classic Collection Daffy Duck Figurine 1999 Hi, my name is Daffy, nice to meet you. I was originally made as a garden sculpture. Most of my cousins never survived the garden, you know with all of that rain and sun and heat and cold, they just didn’t make it. The ones that did are in pretty sad shape. However, I lived in a house with nice people that took care of me. Now I’m not perfect, most ducks aren’t. I don’t remember when that happened because I’m getting old. The nice lady that took my pictures. Tried to show that. My paint is excellent. I do have my original tags, I think of it as my birth certificate.

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This vintage piece is in good pre-owned condition, though it does feature a small stain on the back shoulder as shown in the photos. As an authentic 1994 all-over print from Freeze, this is a rare find for any serious animation or streetwear collector. This tee is perfect for a retro-themed party, a casual weekend outing, or a trip to a theme park. Measurements. Pit to pit: 25″. Top of shoulder to bottom: 29″ Brand: Warner Bros. Product: T-Shirt Year: 1994 Character: Tiny Toon Adventures Print: All Over Print (AOP) Material: 100% Cotton Fit: Regular Sleeve: Short Sleeve Neckline: Crew Neck Origin: USA Color: Multicolor Features: Double-Sided Keywords: Streetwear, Cartooncore, 90s Fashion, Looney Tunes, Babs Bunny, Buster Bunny, Plucky Duck, Hamton J. Pig Message me with any questions! Always welcome to bundling.

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Up for sale is a very rare, original 1968/1969 concert venue poster promoting pop-poet icon Rod McKuen in Concert at the historic DAR Constitution Hall in Washington D. On Thursday, October 23. A poster of this size was never meant to survive, especially after the show. See all photos to judge condition. From an industry executive see our other listings for more items like this!

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