Hotel Del Coronado 130 YEARS Legend Lives On 2018 Annual Collectors Ornament NIB

Description: Hotel Del Coronado 2018 Crown Ornament NEW in Box This is a Hotel Del Coronado Ornament from the annual collection in 2018. This lovely glass ornament is shaped like a crown with deep, rich red color and is embellished with faux pearls on gold-colored trim. This 130th anniversary ornament is a tribute to the Crown Room in the Hotel del Coronado. It comes in the original box & papers.Hotel Del Coronado 2018 Annual Collector's CROWN Ornament "130 YEARS 1888 - 2018 HOTEL DEL CORONADO - THE LEGEND LIVES ON"New In Box/Never Removed. Beautiful ornament in a satin lined box. Measures 4.5" diameter. Never used, and comes in its original flawless box. Will be shipped in a well packed box, insured. Hotel History: The iconic 1888 Hotel del Coronado located along the beach, with majestic Queen-Anne architecture and soaring red turrets that evoke the legacy and magic of two centuries of luxury. A living legend for more than 130 years, The Del celebrates its rich history as the proud host to celebrities, royalty, U.S. Presidents, and beach-loving guests for generations. Built in 1888 by Elisha Babcock, Jr., and Hampton L. Story. The hotel was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977, and known worldwide as a historic San Diego beach resort hotel icon.Of interest: The story of the crown:Author L. Frank BaumWizard of Oz author L. Frank Baum traveled to Coronado Island repeatedly between 1904 and 1910, where he usually resided at Hotel del Coronado in Southern California for months at a time. He wrote at least three books in the Oz series during that period ("Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz" 1908, "The Road to Oz" 1909, and "The Emerald City" 1910), and also designed the crown chandeliers in the famous Crown Room. In a 1905 poem about Coronado, Baum wrote: "And every day her loveliness, shines pure, without a flaw; new charms entrance our every glance, and fill our souls with awe!" The Hotel Del Coronado welcomed hundreds of Hollywood actors including W.C. Fields, Douglas Fairbanks, Charlie Chaplin, Al Jolson, Greta Garbo, Mae West, Rita Hayworth, Helen Hayes, Ruby Keeler, Stan Laurel, Anthony Quinn, George Raft, Ginger Rogers, Edward G. Robinson, Will Rogers, James Stewart, Bette Davis, Gary Cooper, Kirk Douglas, Judy Garland, Maureen O’Hara, Mickey Rooney, Lana Turner, John Wayne, Bing Crosby, Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, Doris Day, Joan Crawford, Walt Disney, Groucho and Harpo Marx, Donna Reed, Dinah Shore, Loretta Young, just to name a few. Hollywood history made at The Del in 1958, when “Some Like It Hot” was shot at the hotel starring Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon.In 1957, Ronald Reagan filmed Hellcats of the Navy at Naval Air Station North Island, becoming a frequent visitor during his years in Hollywood. He continued to visit The Del when he was Governor of California and later as President.Today, historic Hotel del Coronado continues to attract celebrity. Recent celebrity visits include Brad Pitt, Kevin Bacon, Seth Rogen, Robert Downey Jr., Eva Mendes, Will Farrell, Shakira, Al Pacino, Jennifer Garner, Kevin Costner, Jack Nicholson, Oprah Winfrey, Julia-Louis-Dreyfus, Whoopie Goldberg, and Steven Spielberg.--------------PLEASE NOTE: MY SON SELLING HIS EXTENSIVE AND VERY UNIQUE COLLECTION OF HOTEL DE CORONADO ITEMS...INCLUDING FRAMED PAINTINGS, ORNAMENTS, AND OTHER MEMORABILIA BOUGHT AND COLLECTED THROUGH THE YEARS WHILE LIVING AND WORKING IN SAN DIEGO. .....................................................About us...My husband and I want to thank you for looking at our unique treasures. Every day we will try to list more things.We have been married 57 years, and are now retired, enjoying life, and selling the treasures that we have within our home. We call it our eBay Estate Sale. My husband was an International Corporate Executive, giving us the opportunity to travel throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia. We've purchased many unique items including Asian and European Antiques, Pottery, China, Furniture, and Dolls. Our U.S. collectibles include hundreds of Dolls, Books, Jewelry, and Americana...We try our very best to describe each item accurately by showing lots of photos. Please examine all the photos and description. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to email us before bidding. We answer all questions promptly. Once we see your feedback, we will give one to you.Please note: Items are shipped INSURED. If you receive a package that is damaged, please contact us and WE will file a claim and you will be completely refunded after the item is returned to us.If you have a problem with an item, PLEASE contact us, and we will try our best to work with you!! Thank you for looking!

Price: 109 USD

Location: Sedona, Arizona

End Time: 2024-10-17T19:01:01.000Z

Shipping Cost: 19 USD