1943 WWII "Buy War Bonds" Third War Loan Poster
Updated August 23, 2026
| Lot number | 93 |
| Estimate | 100.00 - 10,000.00 USD |
| Category | Firearms & Militaria |
| Auction | Chicagoland Antiques, Jewelry & Collectibles Auction 9/1/26 |
| Date | September 1, 2026 at 9:54 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Esquis Auctions |
| Location | Wheeling, Illinois |
Original World War II U.S. war bond poster designed by noted photographer and illustrator Victor Keppler for the Third War Loan campaign in 1943. The powerful composition depicts a young boy wearing the Medal of Honor and holding a military cap, beneath the bold slogan "BUY WAR BONDS." Signed "Victor Keppler" within the image. Printed along the lower margin "U.S. Government Printing Office: 1943 542951 WFD-840." An evocative piece of original WWII American home-front propaganda created to encourage public participation in financing the war effort. Good vintage condition with original fold lines, creasing, edge wear and several tears, including tears along the upper edge as shown. 28" x 20".
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