Real Juro 1968 MORTIMER SNERD 30" Ventriloquist Dummy Doll

Description: PLEASE READ LISTING DETAILS & VIEW THE PHOTOS SO THE ITEM RECEIVED IS THE ITEM YOU ARE EXPECTING. ASK QUESTIONS – DO NOT ASSUME. Thank You! ==================================================================- PRE-OWNED/FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISPLAYED VENTRILOQUIST DUMMY COLLECTION -A TRUE VINTAGE 1968 Edgar Bergen's "MORTIMER SNERD" 30" Ventriloquist DummyBy Juro Novelty CoThis dummy appears to be a original vintage 1968-70 Mortimer Snerd. Yes, I know they all have '1968' stamped on the back of the neck so how can you tell? A little history: When Goldberger bought Juro Novelty Co in the early 1970's, Goldberger continued selling the Juro line of ventriloquist dummies under the Goldberger or EeGees company name but never changed the date stamp on the Snerd dummies. All Mortimer Snerd dummies made between 1968 and about 2010, Juro, EeGees or Goldberger Snerds are all stamped 1968. In the mid 2000's they were stamped 'CM' or 'Made In China'. The later ones have variations that decrease their value considerably. Here are 3 ways to determine if it is a genuine 1968-1970 Juro Mortimer Snerd:(1) Original Juro vintage jacket and pants fabric is soft and feels like real cloth. On later Eegee's and Goldberger versions the fabric is coarse, like a stiff polyester. Doesn't even feel like cloth at all. Later Eegee's and Goldberger versions have a large red bowtie, earlier ones have colorful bowties (as this one has here)(2) Original Juro vintage dummies have an almost rock hard torso. Later Eegee's and Goldberger versions torsos went from soft to super soft to floppy soft. Original/early versions can sit up (see last photo). Later EeGee's and Goldberger versions torsos from the 2000's are so floppy soft they fall over and it is impossible to sit on the knee and pull the string without the head falling back.(3) Original Juro vintage dummies have the vest as a separate garment that can stay on if you remove the jacket. Later Eegee's and Goldberger versions have the vest sewn into the jacket as one piece.Original vintage 1960's Juro ventriloquist dummies are rarer and worth more than the later Goldberger versions. True collectors seek of the original Juro versions. If someone lists a Mortimer Snerd and just states '1968', if you don't ask these questions, you may be paying a premium price for a later Goldberger soft body dummy!The mouth is controlled by a string out the back of his neck - that DOES work! Pull the string and the mouth opens. Release the string and his mouth closes Says Juro Novelty Co., Inc 1968 on the back of his neckClothing appears to be the correct vintage and is in nice condition considering its age but as with anything over 50 years old will show signs of wear from age, handling and storage (SEE PHOTOS/ASK QUESTIONS)Original Straw Hat includedShoes addedComes as you see him. This would make an awesome addition to any true vintage collectionPlease view pictures as they are part of the description. ===============================PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND I am selling these ventriloquist dummies for the family of the owner. Proceeds will help them pay outstanding expenses. I did not buy these new and I do not know the history of them. If there are any dates, I can only offer that information If you have any questions, ASK them before you buy so the item you receive is the item you are expecting! I am happy to answer any questions, provide additional photos, whatever I can to help you know what you are buying.I cannot be more honest than that! THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP AND UNDERSTANDING ===============================SHIPPING STANDARD SHIPPING WILL BE UPS GROUND OR FEDEX GROUND/HOME (My Choice) You must have a continental US residential or commercial address to select UPS or FedEx shipping (AK, HI, PR, Guam, APO, VI, PO Box, etc. addresses cannot be shipped UPS or FedEx without an expensive surcharge)If you prefer USPS Mail (or your address is a PO Box, AK, HI, PR, Guam, VI or APO) please write BEFORE purchasing and I will reply back with a quote. Please understand that USPS shipping is usually more expensive and can take longer to arrive than UPS or FedEx Ground!HANDLING TIME: This item will be shipped within Two (2) Business Days after receipt of clear payment. If payment is received on Thursday or Friday - it will be shipped the following week. DELIVERY DATE: This is an eBay generated date. It is NOT stated or guaranteed by the seller or the shipping service. It is an eBay ESTIMATE based on a 'Best Case' scenario. It does not take into consideration Time of Year (Holidays), Shippers Seasonal workload, Natural Disasters (Hurricanes, Wild Fires, Volcanic Eruptions, etc) or even a sneak attack by aliens from Mars. It is an ESTIMATE! It is NOT a set in stone, guaranteed delivery date and should not be considered the definite ‘WILL ARRIVE BY’ date.INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING BY EBAY GLOBAL SHIPPING SERVICE – For More Information Please write BEFORE purchasing=============================== QUALITY PACKING / WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT: (1) We only use NEW, unused boxes (2) We only use NEW store bought packing material (3) We DO NOT re-use boxes from someone’s garbage(3) We DO NOT use crumpled newspaper from someone’s garbage as filler (4) We DO NOT use airpacks because they are useless and usually arrive deflated IT IS YOUR TIME AND YOUR MONEY. DO WITH IT AS YOU WANT! ========================= NO RETURNS: Due to the reason for the sale, to help a family pay expenses, and due to the fragile nature of this item, it is sold as NO RETURNS - You agree to those terms upon purchase. This item will be shipped WITH insurance If it arrives damaged or broken, please contact the USPS as it was shipped with insurance and the shipper is responsible for any damage that occurs while they have the package. Thank You For Your Interest(BX10)

Price: 129.99 USD

Location: Saint Cloud, Florida

End Time: 2024-12-01T21:13:48.000Z

Shipping Cost: 20 USD