Almost everybody in every corner of the globe recognize the Coca-Cola symbol these days. It`s one of the most well-known logos ever created. As has Coke continually changed its packaging of bottles, cans and other items, a collector`s paradise of Coke memorabilia was grown up and taken a place in the shelves and hearts of vintage memorabilia enthusiasts everywhere. The list of Coke-related items to collect is endless from posters, to trays, to calendars, to advertisements, to signs and more. Just choose your pleasure and start searching for it. The historic advertising campaigns which have been launched by Coke over the years have not only contributed a rich legacy to the field of marketing, they've also made a strong contribution to the world of antique collecting.

Coca Cola began in 1886 as marketer of Cola syrup as a type of medicine. The famous Coke logo was born out of the need for the company to create a clearly stylized hand-written logo which would be easily identifiable in the company`s ledger books. When pharmacist Asa Candler bought the company in 1887, he took of advantage of that logo and emblazoned on a universe of advertising materials. In no time he had rolled out hundreds of promotional items such as calendars, trays, and posters which depicted the Coca Cola logo accompanied by pastoral pictures of vibrant looking people enjoying the refreshing soft drink. These early advertising pieces are worth a fortune to today`s collectors.

The line of merchandising items continued over the decades, and in 1931 another milestone in Coke memorabilia was reached when illustrator Haddon Sundblom created the now well recognized Santa Claus imagery alongside the poem 'Twas the Night Before Christmas'. This imagery and themes have been used repeatedly by Coke since then. Most notably they have been featured on several lines of Coca Cola ornaments, and Coke`s depiction of Santa Claus has in fact become one of the most famous images of Santa Claus around the world. The image most people now have in their minds of Santa is actually derived from these Coke advertisements.

Photos became more common in Coke ads after WWII and throughout the 40`s many types of Coke themed toys and games were introduced. During the war, Coke even used military imagery to market its beverages to troops stationed overseas. Another landmark Coke advertising campaign came in the 70`s when the jingle 'I'd Like To Teach the World to Sing' became a top radio and TV hit after having been feature din Coke advertisements. Today, merchandise and sheet music from this campaign is very highly prized realm of Coke collector`s memorabilia. There are also many items to look for which come from partnerships between Coca Cola and other companies such as Mattel`s Coca Cola Barbie as well as Madame Alexander related items and MLB-connected items featuring professional ball players.

Coca-Cola Collectibles from Cola Corner
Coca-Cola collectible merchandise such as Coca-Cola art, Coca-Cola tins and more.