Magster Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 Hey Lucy fans and friends, It's been interesting reading all these posts about the auction. Have to be honest, I was a little hurt with some of the comments. I'm just a huge fan and collector of rare, one-of-a-kind Lucille Ball memorabilia. Not buying pieces to re-sell and make a profit. I am a TRUE collector who preserves these historic items so one day they can be seen by other Lucy fans. So yes, when given the opportunity I will be happy to lend these pieces for display either at the Lucy-Desi Center in Jamestown or in exhibits like the one currently at the Hollywood Museum in LA. I'm not a collector who wants to confine everything, never to be seen again. Now, because I have acquired these items I will be letting go some things that I've had for a long time to make room for the additions. I'm talking about magazine, other rare ephemera, porcelain dolls and couple garments and props. I can't keep everything but the really rare things will stay. Some of you I've met in Jamestown. Those who I haven't, hope we have an opportunity to meet. All the best! I am very sorry if I said anything to offend you! I (wrongly) assumed that because you had SO MUCH eBay feedback, it was very likely you were a dealer. I'm sorry that I misjudged and I am so glad to hear that you are able to buy, preserve, and enjoy these items. I don't think any of us here REALLY begrudged any bidder these Lucy items. We just didn't like the thought that some of these items would undoubtedly go to dealers who'd resell them for a profit when there are many other people who'd want to own them and treasure them as Lucille Ball memorabilia. Glad to hear you will be able to preserve and treasure these very special items! Congrats on your winnings! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyEths Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I am very sorry if I said anything to offend you! I (wrongly) assumed that because you had SO MUCH eBay feedback, it was very likely you were a dealer. I'm sorry that I misjudged and I am so glad to hear that you are able to buy, preserve, and enjoy these items. I don't think any of us here REALLY begrudged any bidder these Lucy items. We just didn't like the thought that some of these items would undoubtedly go to dealers who'd resell them for a profit when there are many other people who'd want to own them and treasure them as Lucille Ball memorabilia. Glad to hear you will be able to preserve and treasure these very special items! Congrats on your winnings! Hey Magster! Thanks for your response. I totally understand. Just like we saw with the Susie Morton auction, dealers were buying pieces, then the next week or month they appeared on eBay for three or four times the selling price. It really gets to me too when such neat items go to someone who doesn't really care or cherish the meaning behind it, all they see is $$$. I wish I would have known about the exhibit in LA beforehand as I would have gladly lent some great pieces. Anyone in Southern California or visiting needs to check it out! They did a great job and it's amazing to see things we knew other collectors had but have not seen them before. I was surprised to see some things still exist like two framed pictures that hung in the Ricardo's apartment. So cool! Let's hope the Lucy-Desi Center accepts my offer to display some the recent pieces from Lucie Arnaz. It's a bit of a process to work with them, if you know what I mean Have a good one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Posted November 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 Hope you enjoy your items, LucyEths and work out a great arrangement with the museum. You currently have some items on display in Jamestown, don't you? Here's the first-hand account of a girl who bought a household accounts item in the auction -- complete with pictures of how the item arrived with the certificate of authenticity: (CAUTION: The Gone with the Wind music on this site is pretty loud so adjust your speakers accordingly!) http://franklymydear-blog.blogspot.com/2011/11/my-lucille-ball-autograph-genuine.html I love the excitement in this blog entry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Hepburn Posted November 18, 2011 Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 Sorry Mr. Hepburn you're so upset. There were a few items I really wish I could have been able to add to my collection but was outbid. I do have limits. I am however, very happy to be able to own the pieces I was lucky enough to win. Won't be charging an arm and a leg as I will not be selling anything. PS: The shinny underwear I consign for a friend who knows the owners of the clothing company. This helps for my Lucy fund! Well, you have my full apology and know that I feel just rotten (can you hear Mary Richards telling someone she feels "just rotten?") And I'm thrilled that they went to a loving home...and that shiny underwear helped fund their purchase, how inventive! And welcome to the boards!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyEths Posted November 18, 2011 Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 Hope you enjoy your items, LucyEths and work out a great arrangement with the museum. You currently have some items on display in Jamestown, don't you? Here's the first-hand account of a girl who bought a household accounts item in the auction -- complete with pictures of how the item arrived with the certificate of authenticity: (CAUTION: The Gone with the Wind music on this site is pretty loud so adjust your speakers accordingly!) http://franklymydear-blog.blogspot.com/2011/11/my-lucille-ball-autograph-genuine.html I love the excitement in this blog entry. Hey there Brock, Yep, Lucy's Santa suit is there now and they just put in Pepito's pay stub and contract from the Pilot I donated with some of his costumes. Think it's fitting to be next to the costumes he wore in the sketch. Most people forget how much he and his wife Joanne contributed to beginning of I Love Lucy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Posted November 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2011 I wonder who bug5599 is. They made an absolute KILLING in the auction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magster Posted November 19, 2011 Report Share Posted November 19, 2011 I wonder who bug5599 is. They made an absolute KILLING in the auction. Is that the person who won some of the furs and the Lucy/Viv notes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Posted November 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 Is that the person who won some of the furs and the Lucy/Viv notes? I think it's a different person but, either way, "someone's been actin' a hog!" Connectibles has added three new items to the sale: A Lucy & Desi award from the Television Academy: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lucille-Ball-Desi-Arnaz-1953-Merit-Award-Academy-Television-Arts-Sciences-Wall-/390366709321?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5ae3ab4649 A Western Photo owned by Lucy: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lucille-Ball-owned-1900s-EARLY-Hollywood-Western-MOVIE-Set-B-W-Panoramic-Photo-/390366711184?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5ae3ab4d90 More Stationary: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lucille-Ball-personal-LUCY-Stationery-NOTE-CARD-set-10-Envelopes-EXC-Love-/370561424424?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item56472e9c28 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vivfantoo* Posted November 20, 2011 Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 I really like the Lucy-Desi award. Thought that was new when I popped by there before coming here. $499.00 is too steep for me... maybe if they remove one of those 9s? If it goes to "or best offer" I may try my luck. Congrats to all who won items in the auction! And welcome, LucyEths! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Posted November 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 Watch it be someone on here! It did turn out to be someone here on the Lounge! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magster Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 It did turn out to be someone here on the Lounge! Let me at the dirty rat! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leenorman Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 I wonder who bug5599 is. They made an absolute KILLING in the auction. I've had a 'premonition' of a 'member' with a 'new name'....whaddyathink, rappy, perhaps? She's always looking for Lucy stuff.... Forgot to add: the 5599 is ALSO somewhat telling, as in 59lucylane? Just a thought... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Posted November 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 Your American postal system astounds me. According to the USPS tracking number my keys are doing a grand tour of the eastern seaboard. They left New Canaan, CT on November 15, headed south and arrived in sunny Kearny, NJ on November 22 and, as of today, are in some vaugue location in New York. Is there postal delivery in the States tomorrow or is it still a holiday? I can't wait to see where they end up next! Taking a detour through two U.S. states so far. They should have been more efficient and sent them directly from New Canaan to Toronto via Bombay. (By elephant, I presume) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvsbway Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 Friday there is mail delivery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leenorman Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 I've had a 'premonition' of a 'member' with a 'new name'....whaddyathink, rappy, perhaps? She's always looking for Lucy stuff.... Forgot to add: the 5599 is ALSO somewhat telling, as in 59lucylane? Just a thought... WHADDYA THINK? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Posted November 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 WHADDYA THINK? I don't think they are the same person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Posted November 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 Ooh, the package crossed the border without a side trip to Michigan. I'm impressed! ETA: Less impressed. It has decided to go from New York to Ontario by way of Quebec. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rappy Posted November 27, 2011 Report Share Posted November 27, 2011 I did win some things at the auction, however, I am not 5599, nor do I think it has anything to do with Lucy Lane...My stuff arrived and I love every item:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryCarter Posted October 10, 2012 Report Share Posted October 10, 2012 The Arnaz family pool table will be up for auction: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desiluforever Posted October 11, 2012 Report Share Posted October 11, 2012 The Arnaz family pool table will be up for auction: So cool! Oh how I want that! Lucie lives literally 10 minutes away.... i wonder what would happen if i just went up and rang her doorbell hahaha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C L A U D E Posted October 11, 2012 Report Share Posted October 11, 2012 So cool! Oh how I want that! Lucie lives literally 10 minutes away.... i wonder what would happen if i just went up and rang her doorbell hahaha! What does the house look like? Do you have her address, not the number, just the street so i could go on google maps and check it out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desiluforever Posted October 11, 2012 Report Share Posted October 11, 2012 What does the house look like? Do you have her address, not the number, just the street so i could go on google maps and check it out? I don't have her address anymore, a friend of mine once drove me by her property once, but I didn't write it down. I'll have to look for the address though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C L A U D E Posted October 11, 2012 Report Share Posted October 11, 2012 I don't have her address anymore, a friend of mine once drove me by her property once, but I didn't write it down. I'll have to look for the address though! I wonder why she sold the farm and moved to where you are? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvsbway Posted October 11, 2012 Report Share Posted October 11, 2012 Nice part of CT, not far from the city, kids are all moved out, downsizing. My guesses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Posted October 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 11, 2012 Alright, "RIVERSIDE?!" I hope this is just the one item; I don't think I can take the stress of another full-blown auction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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