The "Penn State Collector's Heaven" Story

Apple Hill Antique Store

It was an ordinary day.   Had just turned into the drive for Apple Hill Antiques in State College, PA.  Spent the weekend visiting with our friends Jerry and Just Sue and had to make a stop at the antique store to find an old bowl to replace the one that I broke at Thanksgiving this year.  The kind of antique bowl that has flowers or pictures of young women dressed in their Sunday finest adorning the side and bottom of the bowl.  Entered the store with Carol and our friends and instantly saw a few offerings of Penn State memorabilia.  Sitting on the self to the right of the main door was a likeness of Joe Paterno done in plaster.  The kind that probably was a give-away at a football game or some other football event.  The next stand had a calendar for sale that featured the 1986 national championship team.  Then came a mug from the 1995 Rose Bowl Game.  Well, I might as well just show you some of the items that were offered for sale as I roamed the place looking for a bowl.  Wasn't successful with the bowl deal, but did get quite a few photos of Penn State stuff even though I didn't hit all the stands in the place.

Poster for $39 

1982 National Champions soda bottle.

Joe Paterno figurine. 

Plenty of buttons on sale at various booths.

Even buttons displayed on a sweatshirt.

Counted about half a dozen snack trays for sale.

This shirt was close to $1000.  Even had his autograph on the back. 

The original Penn State Diner neon clock.  Price: $6,795.  Still works! 

Quite a few pennants for sale.  This one had the most color to it.

This photo shows 2 pewter mugs, one ceramic mug, a replica of the stadium and a Nittany Lion.

A 1999 program when Joe had been coach for 50 years.  That was a nice souvenir 

Of course a Penn State bobble-head doll. 

A variety of Penn State shirts.

A 1950's PSU dink cap.

A variety of programs appeared at different stands.

Framed Happy Valley ?.

1995 Rosebowl Mug 

I assume this is meant to be a male cheerleader from times past. Or is it a player catching a pass?  $12

1994 Big Ten Champs soda can. 

Books on Joe Paterno.

Penn State press guides

Penn State Coke bottles with schedule on them.

 This is just a sampling of the many photos that I took while in the store.  And, this is only one antique store in State College.  If you are a real fan of Penn State sport's teams, the antique stores and markets  would be the place for you to find a treasured addition to your collection.  It was another extraordinary day in the life of an ordinary guy.