A.E.F. Club Grand Hotel Paris 'Main Meal' Ticket (Serial Nos. 22305 & 22306)
This item consists of two conjoined vintage tickets, identified as 'Main Meal' tickets for the A.E.F. Club at the Grand Hotel in Paris. The tickets are made of paper or thin cardstock, presenting a muted, aged brown or beige color, consistent with discoloration over time. Each ticket segment features a vertically oriented serial number on a perforated, detachable stub: '22306' on the left and '22305' on the right. The main body of each ticket clearly displays the text 'A.E.F. CLUB', 'GRAND HOTEL', 'PARIS', 'MAIN MEAL', and 'TICKET' printed in black ink. The 'A.E.F.' likely signifies American Expeditionary Forces, strongly suggesting a connection to either World War I (1917-1919) or the interwar period. The manufacturer's details, 'Antonimarket Ltd., London, Eng. / Paris', are discernible at the bottom of each ticket. The physical condition reflects significant age and use; both tickets exhibit general wear, discoloration, and some faint creasing. The perforations, which would have allowed separation, are torn as expected from use, but the printed text remains legible on both sections. The edges show signs of wear, contributing to the overall vintage aesthetic. There are no visible repairs, indicating original, unrestored condition. The design is utilitarian, typical of period tickets, with no elaborate artistic embellishments beyond the typography. The craftsmanship, though simple for a paper item, is functional and clear for its intended purpose.
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Estimated Value
$40-60
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Category
Vintage Ephemera / Historical Document
Appraised On
August 27, 2025
Estimated Value
$40-60
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Item: A.E.F. Club Grand Hotel Paris "Main Meal" Ticket Dimensions: Not possible to determine exact dimensions, but it is small, likely a few inches long. Weight: Not possible to determine from the photo. Brand: Antonimarket Ltd., London, Eng. / Paris Model: Not applicable Serial Number: 22306 (left ticket), 22305 (right ticket) Markers: "A.E.F. CLUB", "GRAND HOTEL", "PARIS", "MAIN MEAL", "TICKET". The serial numbers "22306" and "22305" are printed on the stubs. The manufacturer "Antonimarket Ltd., London, Eng. / Paris" is at the bottom. Materials: Paper or thin cardstock Artist: Not applicable Style: Vintage ticket, ephemera. The "A.E.F." likely stands for American Expeditionary Forces, suggesting a connection to WWI or WWII. Condition: The tickets are in fair to good condition. They show significant signs of age, including discoloration and general wear. The perforations are torn, as expected, but the text is still legible. The edges are worn, and there are some faint creases. Provenance: Age/Period: Based on the "A.E.F." marker, the tickets likely date to the WWI era (1917-1919) or shortly after. Where was item acquired: Unknown. Date of Acquisition: Unknown. Documentations of Authenticity: N List of Documents: None Has item undergone repairs? If so, what type?: No visible repairs.
Item Description
This item consists of two conjoined vintage tickets, identified as 'Main Meal' tickets for the A.E.F. Club at the Grand Hotel in Paris. The tickets are made of paper or thin cardstock, presenting a muted, aged brown or beige color, consistent with discoloration over time. Each ticket segment features a vertically oriented serial number on a perforated, detachable stub: '22306' on the left and '22305' on the right. The main body of each ticket clearly displays the text 'A.E.F. CLUB', 'GRAND HOTEL', 'PARIS', 'MAIN MEAL', and 'TICKET' printed in black ink. The 'A.E.F.' likely signifies American Expeditionary Forces, strongly suggesting a connection to either World War I (1917-1919) or the interwar period. The manufacturer's details, 'Antonimarket Ltd., London, Eng. / Paris', are discernible at the bottom of each ticket. The physical condition reflects significant age and use; both tickets exhibit general wear, discoloration, and some faint creasing. The perforations, which would have allowed separation, are torn as expected from use, but the printed text remains legible on both sections. The edges show signs of wear, contributing to the overall vintage aesthetic. There are no visible repairs, indicating original, unrestored condition. The design is utilitarian, typical of period tickets, with no elaborate artistic embellishments beyond the typography. The craftsmanship, though simple for a paper item, is functional and clear for its intended purpose.
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