220 - Original vintage Bell System print advertisement featuring Peter Benchley, promoting the Bell Calling Card. The advertisement shows Benchley speaking on a pay phone while endorsing the service, with a personalized calling card bearing his name and his Nantucket, Massachusetts, residence.Bell System (American, 20th Century). Promotional poster, Peter Benchley Calling Card Advertisement, circa 1980. 45 1/2 x 60 inches.

Original vintage Bell System print advertisement featuring Peter Benchley, promoting the Bell Calling Card. The advertisement shows Benchley speaking on a pay phone while endorsing the service, with a personalized calling card bearing his name and his Nantucket, Massachusetts, residence.Bell System (American, 20th Century). Promotional poster, Peter Benchley Calling Card Advertisement, circa 1980. 45 1/2 x 60 inches. A personal note from Wendy Benchley: “This ad made Peter laugh because it was the first time people actually zeroed in on what he looked like, and he was suddenly recognized, some years after JAWS.” From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation. Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund. CONDITION: Multiple tears are present along the left and right margins, with the largest measuring approximately four inches. Creasing and general handling wear are visible across the surface, along with minor scuffing and edge wear. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.