On March 1, 2010, an Ebay action was held on a 1909 Locomobile Vanderbilt Cup radiator mascot. Despite its relatively poor condition, the winning price was $1,225 with ten bidders participating.
More information on the Locomobile radiator mascot and the sterling silver paperweights can be found at these VanderbiltCupRace.com links:
Mechanican for the winner of the 1908 Vanderbilt Cup Race
Winner of the 1908 Vanderbilt Cup Race
First American Car to Win the Vanderbilt Cup Race
The six Vanderbilt Cup Races held on Long Island from 1904 to 1910 were the greatest sporting events of their day, and the first international automobile road races held in the United States. The races had a far-reaching impact on the development of American automobiles and parkways. This site provides comprehensive information on the races, the Long Island Motor Parkway and current Long Island automotive events, car shows and news.
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