At first, I was going to choose the Chicago one but when I saw the pricing discount for the pair, I just had to get them both. I felt pretty cheap afterwards that I can be so easily swayed by a dollar. Ha!
I'm glad I did since the Victoria mug sells for $25-$30 on eBay. I was surprised that the Chicago mug is not a high seller, but it is probably because it is more common. I guess lots of flights stop over in Chicago, so more collectors have access to that city.
Love the Legislature buildings shown on the design!
Oh nice. I would have bought them for resale. I never did a lot research on them though, but when I was selling the Starbucks stuff I had accumulated for years after working there on eBay, I saw they were high sellers. I just figured they all were, lol, but for $3 I wouldn't have minded taking the chance.
ReplyDeleteThese are very cool. I have never seen one of the city mugs in a thrift shop but love that the Victoria one is worth so much!
ReplyDeleteI loved collecting Starbuck's mugs- I would always get a new one when we'd go on vacation, or for special occasions. Sadly, my kitchen helpers have unfortuantely annihilated almost every single one. :( And it seems that Starbuck's isn't making cute mugs like they used to, so the thrifts are my only hope for replacement! I never collected the City mugs, but you definitely got a great deal! :)
ReplyDeleteIt is probably still a worthwhile sacrifice in exchange for some kitchen help, right?!
DeleteHa- yes, I do have a great crew of help. I have to keep reminding myself that it's just "stuff". :)
Deletei am looking for the Vancouver one that has stanley park on it - it's hard to come by; so if you ever see one, pick it up for me! LOL!
ReplyDeleteOh Yes that one is super cute.
DeleteI'm surprised these sell for so much. This is something I'd skip at the thrift store. I shall get in the habit of researching finds more while hunting!
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