Comments on: Presidential Inaugural License Plates a Tough Collection to Fill

By: Michael

Michael — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 15:00:46 +0000

As a follow up Andy, do you know 1) where any of the Obama plates ended up; 2) what approximate values might be; 3) any approximations on the number produced; and 4) who may have any for sale?

By: Andy Bernstein

Andy Bernstein — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:31:11 +0000

Hi…..Thank you for your message. You might want to try listing these on line auction style. Both collectors of license plates and political memorabilia would be interested in Inaugural license plates.

By: Angus

Angus — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 16:28:11 +0000

I have a set of brand new 1957 plates (No. 3011) that are still in their orignial packagking. What’s the best way to go about selling them?

By: Cathleen

Cathleen — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 12:28:21 +0000

Hi Andy – I’m slow to reply! They are in great shape and have 2 holes each where they were hung. I am sure they’ve been in conditioned storage and well protected all this time. I incorrectly stated that I have 3 1941; I really have 2 matching 1941 (in the 800′s) and 1 1937 (in the 800′s). The tickets I refer to are for the inauguration itself; I haven’t found anything regarding the plates. The family member it belonged to was the owner of DC’s largest Chrysler dealer at the time. Not sure why that entitled him to the plates, but I guess he was a big deal in DC around those years. I need to list them somewhere – so any additional info would be great. Thanks.

By: Rob

Rob — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 19:59:58 +0000

I love collecting license plates because of the number of ways they represent the unique history of the United States. The designs, history, colors, numbering system, year and geography all make for interesting collection ideas. License Plates auction websites are great for this.

Thanks for the great column on presidential plates. This is some great history.

By: Andy Bernstein

Andy Bernstein — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 22:43:58 +0000

Hi SCG. There are several ways you could go about selling this plate. Seeing that is it is quite rare I would suggest you get it appraised to know what you could expect to get for it. If you would like me to appraise it through Worthpoint’s “ASK A WORTHOLOGIST” Id gladly provide you a full appraisal along with some very sound suggestions for selling it. Many thanks for your comment on this great plate!

ANDY

By: Scg

Scg — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 22:20:58 +0000

Oooops. I meant 1933.

By: Scg

Scg — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 18:38:53 +0000

I have a 1931 inaugural plate in fair condition. What do you recommend as the place to sell?

By: Jason

Jason — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:20:48 +0000

Is there a way I can get e-mail you a picture of the plate?
Jason

By: Andy Bernstein

Andy Bernstein — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:09:44 +0000

Hi Jason. I do not know of any place that holds records to find out who this particular number was registered to. Those that saved their Inaugural plates often saved the registration card with the plate but if these are long gone it would be difficult to find out. A three digit number is better than a four digit number and while you describe it as otherwise in excellent condition I would need to see the exact scuffs to assign an exact value. If I can be of further assistance do not hesitate to contact me.

Thanks!

ANDY

By: Andy Bernstein

Andy Bernstein — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:04:05 +0000

Hi Joe. Thank you for your comments. You state that your plate is in fair condition but value would depend on if the “damage” to this plate is in the area of the images of the two presidents or on the rest of the plate. The two images of the presidents are key details on the 53 and 57 Inaugural plates.

Thanks again.

ANDY

By: Jason

Jason — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 23:59:49 +0000

I have a 1957 Washington D.C. Inaugural plate #975. Any idea how I go about finding who it was issued to, and what it is worth? It has two holes on top, and two on the bottom. A few scuffs around the edges, but otherwise in excellent condition.

By: Joe B

Joe B — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 20:24:45 +0000

I have a 1953 Inaugural Plate # 1237 with the oval Ike & Nixon images that I have had since 1965. Plate is in fair condition. Looking for a value to sell. Plate has 4 origial holes for mounting, 2 at top, 2 at bottom

By: J.N.K

J.N.K — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:12:40 +0000

I dislike double posting in forums, so I will say dorry right now for doing so.
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I would like to say thank you to Mr. Bernstein for such an informative read: Presidential Inaugural License Plates a Tough Collection to Fill.

It has opened my eyes to the whole world of Plate / Tag collecting.

I had seen tags in so many places around the world from Bars, Restaurants, homes, even art from tags in hotel rooms and so many other places… Never really giving much thought to such a wonderful past time.

Thank you for the email too.

I do have more questions for the author.

Books on the subject, are there any that you would suggest a person new to the world of US plate / Tag collecting / admiration should attempt to find?

How long has this been a part of your life?

What started you on the road to collecting?

I only ask as you have not only perhaps peaked my own interest in the subject, my 3 young sons also read the above piece & have all expressed an interest in the subject.

Any light you could cast on ‘starting out’ for a family who would perhaps not be as avid collectors as yourself but whom would all be more interested in the history, the production & such.

Thank you in advance for any answers / advice.

J. Naipier-Kane.

By: J.N.K

J.N.K — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:49:04 +0000

I have a 1987 DC Inaugural plate that is also The “City Council Member At Large” with an “A” after it…
Red Topped with ‘A Capitol City’

I have been trying to sell it along with a pair of 1990 City Council Member At Large (followed by an “A” again)…

Also multiples of DC # 28, #168, #209 (one never on the car) #235 & #266…

Any help would be great…

naipier@comcast.net

By: Thomas K H

Thomas K H — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 03:52:21 +0000

I have a 2001 Bush – Cheney Plate and the no is MP 20. What does that mean
Thanks

By: Andy Bernstein

Andy Bernstein — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 20:06:47 +0000

HI Toni. The plate you have is a SAMPLE NY Governor license plate. It would be from the years 1973-1985 when the state of New York used the reflective dark blue on orange plates. It is not particularly rare at all.

Thanks for your comment.

ANDY

By: Toni

Toni — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 01:11:01 +0000

Hi mr. Bernstein I finally found my license plate on worthpoint. I obtained the plate over 25 years ago while working at a car dealer ship. It is a yellowish orange color with # 1 in the middle , NEW YORK under that. However there is no date and it does not say Gorvernor on it. I have been serching for it on the internet for the past several months.Finally there it was on worthpoint. Almost a perfect match. Is this a rare plate ? Sincerly Toni

By: Bill Ruud

Bill Ruud — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 16:45:58 +0000

There’s a hobby for everything I guess. I can’t believe how much some of these license platest cost. I happen to be in possession of a couple of vintage plates from the 40′s and I found similar ones going for a few thousand dollars online. Crazy!

By: Andy Bernstein

Andy Bernstein — Wed, 20 May 2009 03:41:09 +0000

Hi Cathleen…..Great to hear about the 3 Inaugural plates you have! I would need to learn more about the plates. Condition is key on these as are the numbers.(i.e. a 3 digit vs. a 4 digit plate etc.). I would need to know if the plates have any extra holes added. When you refer to 2 tickets that go with the plates I assume that these are the registrations?? When looking for a buyer remember that Inaugural license plates appeal not only to license plate collectors but also to those collectors into political stuff in general. Id also be interested in learning if you might have any history as to who these were registered to since they were in your family. Thanks!

Andy Bernstein
Worthologist