{"product_id":"vintage-1976-alexander-graham-bell-telephone-centennial-novelty-tie-1970s-necktie","title":"Vintage 1976 Alexander Graham Bell Telephone Centennial Novelty Tie 1970s Necktie","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis unusual vintage novelty necktie is believed to date to \u003cb\u003ecirca 1976\u003c\/b\u003e, likely produced to commemorate the \u003cb\u003e100th anniversary of Alexander Graham Bell's invention of the telephone\u003c\/b\u003e. Although unlabelled, the tie displays a richly detailed woven and printed design celebrating the history of telecommunications in a distinctly Victorian-inspired style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tip features a portrait believed to depict \u003cb\u003eAlexander Graham Bell\u003c\/b\u003e holding an early telephone receiver, while the body of the tie is decorated with an elaborate hot-air balloon emblazoned with the word \u003ci\u003eTelephone\u003c\/i\u003e. The balloon is accompanied by a series of national flags—including those of Great Britain, the United States, France, and what appears to be Brazil—symbolizing the worldwide impact of Bell's revolutionary invention. The navy blue jacquard floral ground lends the tie an elegant period appearance while remaining unmistakably characteristic of quality 1970s neckwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough no maker's label or tie loop is present, the construction, dimensions, and commemorative design strongly suggest that this was produced as a special issue rather than a standard retail fashion tie. It may have been commissioned for the \u003cb\u003e1976 Telephone Centennial celebrations\u003c\/b\u003e, possibly by \u003cb\u003eBell Canada\u003c\/b\u003e, a telecommunications organization, or for an industry event or museum gift shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA scarce and highly distinctive piece that will appeal to collectors of vintage men's fashion, telecommunications history, Alexander Graham Bell memorabilia, Bell Canada collectibles, and Canadian historical ephemera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth at widest point: 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 58 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition. The colours remain bright and attractive, and the fabric presents beautifully. There is no maker's label, tie loop or fibre content label, suggesting it may have been produced as a commemorative or promotional issue. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare Telephone Centennial commemorative design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a portrait of Alexander Graham Bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive Victorian-inspired artwork with international flags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic wide 1970s silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWonderful piece of telecommunications and Canadian history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn uncommon addition to any vintage tie or Bell memorabilia collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47741904060521,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1559\/files\/Telephone-Tie.jpg?v=1782995239","url":"https:\/\/www.poppysvintageclothing.com\/fr\/products\/vintage-1976-alexander-graham-bell-telephone-centennial-novelty-tie-1970s-necktie","provider":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}