1933-34 National Chicle Sky Birds (R136) - Near Complete Set 99 of 108 - Includes Charles Lindbergh & Amelia Earhart....

Description

1933-34 National Chicle Sky Birds (R136) - Near Complete Set 99 of 108 - Includes Charles Lindbergh & Amelia Earhart .
The 1933-34 National Chicle Sky Birds (R136) set is one of the most celebrated aviation-themed gum card issues of the prewar era, honoring pioneering aviators and iconic aircraft from World War I through the Golden Age of Flight. Featuring richly colored lithographic portraits and aircraft illustrations against bold sky-blue backgrounds, the set captures legendary figures such as Charles Lindbergh, Amelia Earhart, Eddie Rickenbacker, and the Red Baron alongside famous planes like the Spirit of St. Louis and the Sopwith Camel. Issued with multiple back variations noting different series totals, the set presents both visual appeal and collecting complexity. Today, Sky Birds remains highly regarded for its historical significance, vibrant artwork, and its tribute to early aviation heroes.

Offered here are 99 cards from the 108 card release:
1 David Putnam
2 René Fonck
3 Lieut. Thieffrey
4 Capt. Albert Ball
5 Capt. James N. Hall
6 Capt. Albert Heurteaux
7 René Dorme
8 Major Barracca
9 Roland Garros
10 Charles Nungesser
11 Norman Prince
12 Frank Luke
13 Kiffin Rockwell
14 Sergt. James McConnell
15 Bert Hall
16 Lt. Max Immelmann
17 Lt. Douglass Campbell
18 Quentin Roosevelt
19 Capt. Louis Robert de Beauchamp
20 Edward Rickenbacker
21 Capt. Georges Guynemer
22 Maj. Raoul Lufbery
23 Baron Manfred von Richthofen
24 Lieut. Frank Baylies
25 Joe Wehner
26 Col. William A. Bishop
27 Col. William Thaw
28 Russell N. Boardman
29 Floyd Bennett
30 Willy Coppens
31 Maj. George A. Vaughn, Jr.
32 James H. Doolittle
33 Capt. Charles E. Kingsford-Smith
34 Frank M. Hawks
35 Gen. Italo Balbo
36 Charles A. Lindbergh
37 Clarence D. Chamberlin
38 Capt. James B. McCudden
39 Edward A. Stinson
40 Bernt Balchen
41 Spad
42 Albatross-Taube, 1914
43 Juan de la Cierva
44 Admiral Wm. A. Moffett
45 E. Hamilton Lee
46 Capt. Oswald Boelcke
47 Lieut. Edward C. Parsons
48 Amelia Earhart
49 Orville Wright
50 Ruth Nichols
51 Lt. Werner Voss
52 The Salamander
53 Edmond Genet
54 Georges Madon
55 Maj. Reed G. Landis
56 The D. H.-10 Bomber
57 The Bristol Fighter
58 Captain Alcock
59 Lt. John A. Macready
60 Capt. Roald Amundsen
61 Gabriel D'Annunzio
62 Wiley Post
63 Nieuport Triplane
64 Deperdussin Monoplane
66 Lt. Col. Armand Pinsard
Sidor Malloc Singh
68 Fokker Triplane
69 Ernst Udet
70 Capt. Frank O. D. Hunter
71 Winnie Mae
72 The Spirit of St. Louis
73 Lt. Paul H. Neibling
74 Lt. Rudolf Von Eschwege
75 Elliott White Springs
76 Capt. Brocard
78 Maj. Donald McLaren
79 German Gotha
80 German Junkers
81 Macchi
82 Parnell Panther
83 Albatross D. 1
85 Lt. Alan A. McLeod
86 The Austin Ball
88 C. B. (Ben) Eielson
89 Nieuport Balloon Rocket Ship
90 "Wild Bill" Wellman
91 Major de Seversky
92 Capt. Francis McCubbin
93 Sopwith Tabloid
94 Voisin 12 BN 2
95 Buggatti-Spad
99 David S. Ingalls
100 Maj. David McK. Peterson
101 Harold June
102 Lt. Alan F. Winslow
103 Spad Herbémont
105 Sopwith Torpedo Carrier
106 Morane Parasol
108 Fokker D 8

The ungraded cards exhibit moderate handling wear, including some softened or rounded corners and minor surface wear consistent with age. Some cards show centering variations, but overall image quality remains strong.

Heritage Auctions provides detailed information when available but strongly encourages in-person inspection. Condition statements and photographs are offered as general guidance only, not as complete representations of facts, and do not constitute a warranty or assumption of liability by Heritage. Framed artworks are not examined outside their frames, and additional details from Heritage may be unavailable; therefore, the condition of unexamined works is not guaranteed. Heritage is not responsible for damage to frames, glazing, original boxes, display materials, or for works that have shifted within the frame. All lots are sold "AS IS" in accordance with our Terms & Conditions of Auction.