{"title":"Travel Objects","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"vintage-1980-s-hotel-room-key-fob-johannesburg-sun-towers-south-africa","title":"Vintage 1980’s HOTEL ROOM KEY \u0026 FOB Johannesburg Sun \u0026 Towers SOUTH AFRICA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVintage 19\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e8\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e0’s Original...\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHOTEL ROOM KEY \u0026amp; FOB \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohannesburg Sun \u0026amp; Towers [Abandoned Hotel]\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSOUTH AFRICA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e(A Southern Sun Hotel)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFob is dark blue and gold encased in clear plastic. It says ”JOHANNESBURG SUN \u0026amp; TOWERS” with towers logo and mailing address “535 Johannesburg 2000 RSA” on front.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A SOUTHERN SUN HOTEL” with logo and “1510” on reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eROOM 1510.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSome history:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The smaller 22-story rear tower was built in 1970 as The Tollman Towers hotel, owned by the prominent hotelier Stanley Tollman.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe property was purchased by Sol Kerzner's Southern Sun Hotels in the early 1980s and totally rebuilt at a cost of R100 million, with the addition of the 40-story main tower, linked to the older building by a four-story podium with a pool deck and a running track. 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Picture of ship printed on brass plate with “SEABOURN SUN 2001 INAUGURAL WORLD CRUISE” around in oval shape.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHas strap with brass snap closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasures 3 1\/4” x 1 3\/4” plus strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent pre-owned condition. Some wear to surface from storage over the years. 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See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40857839239213,"sku":"IF_3736AF0F","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_06aeca8f-2e1f-4cb4-ade5-6baec2b1548f.jpg?v=1724205216"},{"product_id":"vintage-1960-s-room-key-fob-holiday-hotel-casino-reno-nevada-rare-original","title":"Vintage 1960’s Room Key \u0026 Fob HOLIDAY Hotel Casino RENO Nevada RARE Original","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage 1960’s Original...\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoom Key \u0026amp; Fob \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHOLIDAY Hotel \u0026amp; Casino \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRENO Nevada \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original room key \u0026amp; fob from the famous HOLIDAY Hotel \u0026amp; Casino in Reno, Nevada. It is from room 724\u003cb\u003e, \u003c\/b\u003efob features colorful midcentury Holiday logo on one side and mail dropoff instructions on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage used condition. Heavy wear to fob, see photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40857867780141,"sku":"IF_0FED51C6","price":62.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_3ac4f06f-2264-414e-a96e-8a10877b61be.jpg?v=1724204203"},{"product_id":"vintage-1970-s-hotel-room-brass-key-fob-hyatt-house-cherry-hill-nj","title":"Vintage 1970’s HOTEL ROOM Brass KEY FOB Hyatt House CHERRY HILL NJ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVintage 1970’s \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHOTEL ROOM \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBRASS KEY FOB \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHyatt House \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCHERRY HILL, NJ (Mt. 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See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40857868730413,"sku":"IF_DEEF0BAB","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_a3d0a1a7-7a7c-4a50-a60d-b7478dce03df.jpg?v=1724201963"},{"product_id":"vintage-1960-s-hotel-maria-isabel-room-key-brass-fob-mexico-city-df-sheraton","title":"Vintage 1960’s HOTEL MARIA ISABEL Room Key \u0026 Brass FOB Mexico City DF (Sheraton)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e1960’s \/ \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e1970’s O\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eriginal...\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHOTEL MARIA ISABEL (Sheraton) \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoom Key \u0026amp; Brass FOB \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMexico City, Mexico \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original room key \u0026amp; heavy brass fob from the Hotel Maria Isabel in Mexico City.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey is inscribed with room # “720”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrass fob has “M” logo on front and “Please Return to Paseo De La Reforma 325” in english and spanish on reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome history via wiki:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The Maria Isabel Hotel was built in 1962 by Bolivian tycoon Antenor Patiño. He named the hotel for his late daughter, Maria Isabel Patiño de Goldsmith, who died in 1954, at the age of 17, from complications in the seventh month of pregnancy, after eloping with 20-year-old British heir James Goldsmith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hotel was designed by renowned Mexican architect Juan Sordo Madaleno, working with architects José Villagrán García, Ricardo Legorreta, and José Adolfo Wiechers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn April 1963 the Maria Isabel was taken over by Mexican hotel magnate Cesar Balsa's Balsa Hotels. In November 1963, Balsa Hotels became represented by Sheraton Hotels in the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1969 the Maria Isabel was sold to Sheraton. They renamed it the Maria Isabel-Sheraton Hotel and added a new rear tower, designed by Mexican architect Manuel De Santiago-de Borbón González Bravo (great-grandson of Queen Isabella II of Spain), increasing the number of rooms from 502 to 747. 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Some wear and patina, see photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40857917653037,"sku":"IF_38342965","price":125.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_11c26274-b817-4b85-b693-57883b1cef44.jpg?v=1724206720"},{"product_id":"vintage-room-key-fob-hotel-presidente-chapultepec-mexico-city-intercontinental","title":"Vintage ROOM KEY \u0026 FOB HOTEL PRESIDENTE Chapultepec MEXICO CITY Intercontinental","description":"Vintage ROOM KEY \u0026amp; FOB HOTEL PRESIDENTE Chapultepec MEXICO CITY Intercontinental. Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS First Class Package. 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The remaining 66% was split between the 11 member states, amounting to 500 million CAF francs. The airline officially commenced operations in August 1961, flying routes between the states using 12 DC-4s from AF and UAT.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Air Afrique grew, it quickly looked to remove its dependence on its French ownership. By 1963, the airline and member states were the only shareholders, and the entire fleet from UAT had been purchased. This let the carry pursue an independent policy, although it continued its expansion globally through partnerships with airlines like Pan Am.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter a two-decade run that felt like it wouldn't end, Air Afrique's debt caught up to it, and France sent a government official to take over the carrier. While the airline stayed afloat through the 1990s, it became clear that a significant shrinkage would need to take place for the airline to survive. 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See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982406291501,"sku":"","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_e18e2446-1fc4-4f20-9503-b8942d38e291.jpg?v=1724204889"},{"product_id":"vintage-air-afrique-republic-upper-volta-keychain-fob-africa-airline-france","title":"Vintage AIR AFRIQUE Republic Upper Volta KEYCHAIN FOB Africa Airline FRANCE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage, Rare, 1960’s…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAIR AFRIQUE (African Airline)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepublique De Haute Volta (Republic of Upper Volta, [now, Burkina Faso])\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeychain \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Ring \/ Fob \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMADE IN FRANCE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRound fob measures 1 1\/4” across.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures embossed Republique De Haute Volta emblem design on front, with embossed \u0026amp; etched Air Afrique logo on back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHinged key ring has “MADE IN FRANCE” etched on loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistory of Air Afrique:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline had a four-decade run, seeing a quick rise and slow fall from 1961 to 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline was founded by 11 newly independent French-speaking states in West Africa, namely Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mauritania, Niger, the Republic of the Congo, and Senegal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe airline was fostered and funded by the French government at first, with Air France and Union Aéromaritime de Transport (UAT) each taking a 17% stake in the new airline. The remaining 66% was split between the 11 member states, amounting to 500 million CAF francs. The airline officially commenced operations in August 1961, flying routes between the states using 12 DC-4s from AF and UAT.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Air Afrique grew, it quickly looked to remove its dependence on its French ownership. By 1963, the airline and member states were the only shareholders, and the entire fleet from UAT had been purchased. This let the carry pursue an independent policy, although it continued its expansion globally through partnerships with airlines like Pan Am.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter a two-decade run that felt like it wouldn't end, Air Afrique's debt caught up to it, and France sent a government official to take over the carrier. While the airline stayed afloat through the 1990s, it became clear that a significant shrinkage would need to take place for the airline to survive. This didn't materialize, but in 1997, Sir Harry Tirvangadum took over the airline and managed to reduce debts slightly, while adding planes to boost revenue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe final blow came after 9\/11, which saw the global industry enter a tailspin. Despite attempts to keep the airline afloat, Air Afrique was declared bankrupt in February 2002 and has not flown since.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, vintage condition.  Never used.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982406324269,"sku":"SYNCBIT-MIG-3029","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_127ba7be-fdf6-48e2-84bf-0370003877ed.jpg?v=1724206728"},{"product_id":"vintage-air-afrique-mauritania-keychain-key-ring-fob-france-made-africa-airline","title":"Vintage AIR AFRIQUE MAURITANIA Keychain Key Ring Fob FRANCE MADE Africa Airline","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage, Rare, 1960’s…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAIR AFRIQUE (African Airline)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepublique Islamique De Mauritanie (Mauritania)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeychain \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Ring \/ Fob \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMADE IN FRANCE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRound fob measures 1 1\/4” across.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures embossed national emblem design on front, with embossed \u0026amp; etched Air Afrique logo on back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHinged key ring has “MADE IN FRANCE” etched on loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistory of Air Afrique:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline had a four-decade run, seeing a quick rise and slow fall from 1961 to 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline was founded by 11 newly independent French-speaking states in West Africa, namely Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mauritania, Niger, the Republic of the Congo, and Senegal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe airline was fostered and funded by the French government at first, with Air France and Union Aéromaritime de Transport (UAT) each taking a 17% stake in the new airline. The remaining 66% was split between the 11 member states, amounting to 500 million CAF francs. The airline officially commenced operations in August 1961, flying routes between the states using 12 DC-4s from AF and UAT.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Air Afrique grew, it quickly looked to remove its dependence on its French ownership. By 1963, the airline and member states were the only shareholders, and the entire fleet from UAT had been purchased. This let the carry pursue an independent policy, although it continued its expansion globally through partnerships with airlines like Pan Am.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter a two-decade run that felt like it wouldn't end, Air Afrique's debt caught up to it, and France sent a government official to take over the carrier. While the airline stayed afloat through the 1990s, it became clear that a significant shrinkage would need to take place for the airline to survive. This didn't materialize, but in 1997, Sir Harry Tirvangadum took over the airline and managed to reduce debts slightly, while adding planes to boost revenue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe final blow came after 9\/11, which saw the global industry enter a tailspin. Despite attempts to keep the airline afloat, Air Afrique was declared bankrupt in February 2002 and has not flown since.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, vintage condition.  Never used.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982406357037,"sku":"","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_4418485d-b427-4b51-b959-312c9a6dfb2e.jpg?v=1724205476"},{"product_id":"vintage-air-afrique-ivory-coast-keychain-key-ring-fob-france-made-africa-airline","title":"Vintage AIR AFRIQUE IVORY COAST Keychain Key Ring Fob FRANCE MADE Africa Airline","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage, Rare, 1960’s…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAIR AFRIQUE (African Airline)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepublique De Cote I’Voire (Ivory Coast)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeychain \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Ring \/ Fob \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMADE IN FRANCE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRound bronze metal fob measures 1 1\/4” across.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures embossed national emblem with coat of arms design on front, with embossed \u0026amp; etched Air Afrique logo on back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHinged key ring has “MADE IN FRANCE” etched on loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistory of Air Afrique:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline had a four-decade run, seeing a quick rise and slow fall from 1961 to 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline was founded by 11 newly independent French-speaking states in West Africa, namely Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mauritania, Niger, the Republic of the Congo, and Senegal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe airline was fostered and funded by the French government at first, with Air France and Union Aéromaritime de Transport (UAT) each taking a 17% stake in the new airline. The remaining 66% was split between the 11 member states, amounting to 500 million CAF francs. The airline officially commenced operations in August 1961, flying routes between the states using 12 DC-4s from AF and UAT.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Air Afrique grew, it quickly looked to remove its dependence on its French ownership. By 1963, the airline and member states were the only shareholders, and the entire fleet from UAT had been purchased. This let the carry pursue an independent policy, although it continued its expansion globally through partnerships with airlines like Pan Am.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter a two-decade run that felt like it wouldn't end, Air Afrique's debt caught up to it, and France sent a government official to take over the carrier. While the airline stayed afloat through the 1990s, it became clear that a significant shrinkage would need to take place for the airline to survive. 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See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982406422573,"sku":"","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_4a633e58-1164-4dd3-a115-cb6393462f37.jpg?v=1724204885"},{"product_id":"vintage-caac-civil-aviation-administration-of-china-lucite-keychain-fob","title":"Vintage CAAC Civil Aviation Administration of China LUCITE KEYCHAIN FOB","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage, Original…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCAAC \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCivil Aviation Administration of China \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLUCITE KEYCHAIN FOB\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e“CAAC” on one side in gold.  Pictorial wings \u0026amp; star logo in red and gold on other side.  Black background suspended inside clear lucite.  Measures 1 3\/4” x 1 3\/4” from corner to corner.  With chain and key loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, vintage used condition.  Light wear.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982409797677,"sku":"","price":34.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_2e1725ab-ad53-467c-8405-e832802e0cf8.jpg?v=1724206786"},{"product_id":"vintage-1930-s-bristol-hotel-cairo-egypt-luggage-label-richter","title":"Vintage 1930’s BRISTOL HOTEL Cairo Egypt LUGGAGE LABEL Richter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage c. 1930’s Original…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBRISTOL HOTEL\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCairo, Egypt \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLUGGAGE LABEL. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eby Richter (Naples, Italy)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasures 4 3\/4” x 3 1\/2”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, unused antique condition.  Missing tip of bottom right corner.  Tear to top edge.  Light corner wear and edge wear.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982413467693,"sku":"","price":116.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_f2e2b0bf-46c4-42bc-8792-f6b1c81dc48b.jpg?v=1724203176"},{"product_id":"vintage-1970-s-el-conquistador-hotel-room-key-fob-las-crobas-puerto-rico","title":"Vintage 1970’s EL CONQUISTADOR HOTEL Room Key \u0026 Fob LAS CROBAS, PUERTO RICO","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage 1960’s or 1970’s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEL CONQUISTADOR HOTEL \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoom Key \u0026amp; Fob \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLAS CROBAS, PUERTO RICO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage room key and plastic fob from the EL CONQUISTADOR HOTEL in LAS CROBAS, PUERTO RICO.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMan riding Horse Logo \u0026amp; “WL\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCONQUISTADOR LAS CROBAS, PUERTO RICO” etched on one side in blue. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“PLEASE RETURN POSTAGE GUARANTEED” on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFob measures 3 1\/2” x 2”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey is marked “Schlage”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage used condition. Some wear to fob and patina to key. See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982415138861,"sku":"","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_fd166593-9a10-42fb-bc50-693e45fa5f89.jpg?v=1724266559"},{"product_id":"vintage-c-1930-s-hotel-royal-bangkok-siam-thailand-luggage-label","title":"Vintage c. 1930’s HOTEL ROYAL Bangkok Siam THAILAND Luggage Label","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage, RARE,  c. 1930’s…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHOTEL ROYAL \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBangkok • Siam \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHAILAND \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLuggage Label\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasures 5 3\/4” x 3 3\/4”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome history: The Hotel Royal in Bangkok, Siam (now Thailand), opened in 1907 as one of the city's first luxury hotels. It quickly became a popular choice for wealthy travelers and high-ranking government officials. In the 1920s and 1930s, the hotel underwent several renovations and expansions, including the addition of a swimming pool and a new wing with more rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring World War II, the hotel was used as a base for Japanese forces, and it suffered significant damage in bombings during the war. After the war, the hotel was renovated and reopened in 1947. In the following decades, the hotel continued to attract wealthy travelers and prominent political figures, including several royal families.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the 1990s, the hotel underwent another major renovation, updating its facilities and modernizing the guest rooms. It now operates as the Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel \u0026amp; Towers, maintaining its reputation as one of Bangkok's most luxurious and iconic hotels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, unused condition.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982420938797,"sku":"","price":62.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_4f485978-3b09-4fc4-98ea-93adf8683e39.jpg?v=1724203752"},{"product_id":"vintage-caribbean-gulf-hotel-room-key-bronze-fob-clearwater-beach-florida","title":"Vintage CARIBBEAN GULF Hotel Room Key \u0026 Bronze Fob CLEARWATER BEACH FLORIDA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage 1970’s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCARIBBEAN GULF HOTEL\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoom Key \u0026amp; Bronze Fob \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom Clearwater Beach, Florida\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage room key and embossed bronze fob from the CARIBBEAN GULF in Clearwater Beach, Florida.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eText logo on one side, and Symbol logo on reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eROOM #1401.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFob measures 1 1\/2” across.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage used condition. See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982421659693,"sku":"","price":107.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_da68769d-f074-4da7-86bc-5729a21b8855.jpg?v=1724201875"},{"product_id":"vintage-uta-french-airlines-union-de-trasports-aeriens-keychain-key-ring-fob","title":"Vintage UTA French Airlines Union de Trasports Aeriens Keychain Key Ring Fob","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage 1970’s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUTA French Airlines (Union de Trasports Aeriens)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeychain \/ Key Ring Fob\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmbossed metal has UTA logo on both sides, with compass design on one side, and text on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarked on ring “F.I.A Lyon” with patent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCircle fob measures 1 1\/2” across.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, vintage condition, like new.  See photos for details. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982428213293,"sku":"","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_e0fb2449-9390-4808-b098-4a84c7841e75.jpg?v=1724206163"},{"product_id":"vintage-1930-s-grand-new-hotel-jerusalem-palestine-luggage-label-sticker-richter","title":"Vintage 1930’s GRAND NEW HOTEL Jerusalem Palestine Luggage Label Sticker RICHTER","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage 1930’s \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGRAND NEW HOTEL \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJerusalem Palestine  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLuggage Label Sticker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eby Richter (Naples, Italy)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasures 3 13\/16” wide x 2 5\/8”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, vintage condition.  Rare example in such good shape with minor flaws.  Small tear to bottom edge.  Some distressing to right edge.  No creasing.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982445776941,"sku":"","price":449.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_a7a07bb4-0b7a-45c5-bc44-e21968e1f4a3.jpg?v=1724205959"},{"product_id":"vintage-air-afrique-keychain-key-ring-fob-made-in-france-africa-airline","title":"Vintage AIR AFRIQUE Keychain Key Ring Fob MADE IN FRANCE Africa Airline","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage, Rare…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAIR AFRIQUE \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAfrican Airline\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeychain \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Ring \/ Fob \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMADE IN FRANCE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRound fob measures 1 1\/4” across.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures embossed African statue pair design on front, with embossed Air Afrique logo on back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistory of Air Afrique:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline had a four-decade run, seeing a quick rise and slow fall from 1961 to 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline was founded by 11 newly independent French-speaking states in West Africa, namely Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mauritania, Niger, the Republic of the Congo, and Senegal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe airline was fostered and funded by the French government at first, with Air France and Union Aéromaritime de Transport (UAT) each taking a 17% stake in the new airline. 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Signs of use, and staining to menu with creases.  Some wear to fob.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982452690989,"sku":"","price":71.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_8159fb9b-3a96-4abc-b03d-adfb3e4df022.jpg?v=1724204502"},{"product_id":"sands-hotel-casino-atlantic-city-san-juan-puerto-rico-suede-luggage-tag-label","title":"SANDS Hotel \u0026 Casino Atlantic City San Juan Puerto Rico SUEDE LUGGAGE TAG LABEL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage, Like New\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSANDS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHotel \u0026amp; Casino \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAtlantic City \/ San Juan, Puerto Rico \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSUEDE LUGGAGE TAG LABEL\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasures 5” x 2 1\/2”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHas flap with transparent window for address label, and adjustable buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, like new condition.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982479757357,"sku":"","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_2aff081f-3c9b-467b-a830-a56d26bec6ef.jpg?v=1724204999"},{"product_id":"vintage-1960-s-treetops-hotel-nyeri-kenya-luggage-label-elephants-africa-art","title":"VINTAGE 1960’s Treetops Hotel NYERI Kenya LUGGAGE LABEL Elephants Africa Art","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVINTAGE c. 1960’s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTreetops Hotel \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNYERI, Kenya \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLUGGAGE LABEL \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasures 4 1\/4” x 3 5\/8”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood vintage unused condition.  Small stain to back, and small tear top top edge.  Some creases.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982507249709,"sku":"","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_722dbc79-ab90-4d6e-b0d8-af3c8f77a1a5.jpg?v=1724206508"},{"product_id":"antique-the-st-francis-hotel-brass-skeleton-key-room-637-san-francisco-ca","title":"Antique THE ST. FRANCIS HOTEL Brass Skeleton Key ROOM #637 San Francisco, CA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRare, Antique, Original…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE ST. 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See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43967009554477,"sku":"","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_fea700d8-49f1-4470-8b87-60f35c1cf8b5.jpg?v=1750880709"},{"product_id":"vintage-taj-mahal-hotel-bombay-india-skeleton-room-key-fob-111-heavy-metal","title":"Vintage TAJ MAHAL HOTEL Bombay India SKELETON ROOM KEY \u0026 FOB #111 Heavy Metal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage \/ Antique, Rare, Original…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTAJ MAHAL HOTEL \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBombay, India \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSKELETON ROOM KEY \u0026amp; FOB\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoom #111\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a very rare, original, antique heavy metal fob \u0026amp; skeleton room key from the Taj Mahal Hotel in Bombay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey measures 4 1\/2” long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFob measures 3” long and is made of thick, heavy metal.  Fob engraved on both sides.  One side reads “TAJ MAHAL HOTEL \/ PLEASE LEAVE AT BUREAU”.  The other side reads “1ST FLOOR \/ No. 111”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, vintage pre-owned condition.  Some tarnish and wear to surface.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43967046025261,"sku":"","price":449.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_4567a9d7-88db-4123-b19f-89cef28418f1.jpg?v=1750882268"},{"product_id":"1980-s-sheraton-hong-kong-hotel-towers-luggage-tags-labels-business-card","title":"1980’s Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel \u0026 Towers LUGGAGE TAGS \u0026 LABELS + Business Card","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage 1980’s \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSheraton Hong Kong Hotel \u0026amp; Towers \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLUGGAGE TAGS \u0026amp; LABELS + Business Card\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 luggage label stickers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 luggage tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 business card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, vintage pre-owned condition.  Labels are unused.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44469627813933,"sku":null,"price":22.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_05b02f01-9527-4b01-97ea-ba6cb110ab0f.jpg?v=1767631309"},{"product_id":"vintage-air-afrique-senegal-keychain-key-ring-fob-made-in-france-africa-airline","title":"Vintage AIR AFRIQUE SENEGAL Keychain Key Ring Fob MADE IN FRANCE Africa Airline","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage, Rare, 1960’s…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAIR AFRIQUE (African Airline)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepublique Du Senegal (Republic of Senegal)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeychain \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Ring \/ Fob \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMADE IN FRANCE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRound bronze metal fob measures 1 1\/4” across.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures embossed national emblem with coat of arms design on front, with embossed \u0026amp; etched Air Afrique logo on back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHinged key ring has “MADE IN FRANCE” etched on loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistory of Air Afrique:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline had a four-decade run, seeing a quick rise and slow fall from 1961 to 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline was founded by 11 newly independent French-speaking states in West Africa, namely Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mauritania, Niger, the Republic of the Congo, and Senegal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe airline was fostered and funded by the French government at first, with Air France and Union Aéromaritime de Transport (UAT) each taking a 17% stake in the new airline. 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See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44556871237677,"sku":null,"price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_8faa0f66-74b7-4532-a2dc-6d68ad478ebc.jpg?v=1769323070"},{"product_id":"vintage-air-afrique-republic-of-dahomey-bronze-keychain-fob-africa-airline-ad","title":"Vintage AIR AFRIQUE REPUBLIC OF DAHOMEY Bronze Keychain Fob Africa Airline Ad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage, Rare, 1960’s…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAIR AFRIQUE (African Airline)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepublique Du Dahomey (Republic of Dahomey, [Now Benin])\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBronze Keychain \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Ring \/ Fob \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMADE IN FRANCE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRound bronze metal fob measures 1 1\/4” across.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures embossed Republique Du Dahomey coat of arms design on front, with embossed \u0026amp; etched Air Afrique logo on back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistory of Air Afrique:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline had a four-decade run, seeing a quick rise and slow fall from 1961 to 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Afrique airline was founded by 11 newly independent French-speaking states in West Africa, namely Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mauritania, Niger, the Republic of the Congo, and Senegal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe airline was fostered and funded by the French government at first, with Air France and Union Aéromaritime de Transport (UAT) each taking a 17% stake in the new airline. 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This didn't materialize, but in 1997, Sir Harry Tirvangadum took over the airline and managed to reduce debts slightly, while adding planes to boost revenue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe final blow came after 9\/11, which saw the global industry enter a tailspin. Despite attempts to keep the airline afloat, Air Afrique was declared bankrupt in February 2002 and has not flown since.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent, vintage condition.  Never used.  See photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease message for any questions, thanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44557109231661,"sku":"SYNCBIT-MIG-3702","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/57_707dcf78-0067-4047-895a-1889aa60574b.jpg?v=1769336810"},{"product_id":"vintage-mount-lavinia-grand-hotel-ceylon-sri-lanka-luggage-label-souvenir","title":"Vintage Mount Lavinia Grand Hotel Ceylon Sri Lanka Luggage Label Souvenir","description":"Vintage \u003cbr\u003eMount Lavinia Grand Hotel \u003cbr\u003eCeylon Sri Lanka Luggage Label Souvenir\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover a piece of travel history with this authentic vintage luggage label from the iconic Mount Lavinia Grand Hotel, located near Colombo, Ceylon (present-day Sri Lanka). This beautiful blue and cream label features an intricate illustration of the historic hotel overlooking the water, complete with palm trees and sailboats, evoking the golden age of travel. The label clearly states 'Mount Lavinia Grand Hotel' and 'Near Colombo. Ceylon.', providing a direct link to its origin. It includes blank lines for passenger information, typical of hotel luggage labels from the era. This collectible souvenir is a must-have for enthusiasts of hotel memorabilia, vintage travel, and South Asian history. The label is in good vintage condition, showing signs of age consistent with its history, which adds to its charm and authenticity. Please refer to the images for a detailed view of its condition and design. A rare find for collectors!","brand":"Old Souled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44761848315949,"sku":null,"price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/9674\/4493\/files\/1774729225875_rkbuif_IMG_7411.jpg?v=1774730683"}],"url":"https:\/\/oldsouled.com\/collections\/travel-objects.oembed","provider":"Old Souled","version":"1.0","type":"link"}