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Sometimes you don't know that you're looking for something until it's right in front of you. Take the NY Coffee Cup. It's just one of the wonderous assortment of gifts and collectibles in the CITY STUFF Department. These are the things that make New York, New York.
	NY Coffee Cup - The Official Store The familiar blue-and-white paper coffee cup, emblazoned with WE ARE HAPPY TO SERVE YOU, captures New York City's self-identity in a stack of original disposable paper cups, a Modern Art ceramic version, and a collection of coffee cup-inspired gifts including artisan-roasted coffee beans. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Smash Me Bernie It's the the ultimate voodoo doll for the recession. The pitchfork-wielding toy looks like Bernard Madoff, the "investor" who stole billions of dollars in a Ponzi scheme. It comes with a hammer, for the purpose of pulverizing Mr. Madoff in effigy. The perfect gift for the person who used to have everything. CLICK HERE for more information.
	The Doorman's Umbrella The New York doorman's wind-defying umbrella will not invert even in gusts of high wind, thanks to an innovative double-overlapping canopy design that allows wind to pass through while keeping rain out. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Yankee Stadium Peanuts The roar of the crowd, the crack of the bat, peanuts and a cold beer. For a brief moment, all is right with the world. Offered is an official "Peanut Vendor" Gift Box, filled with 6 half-pound Bazzini "Nut Club" peanut bags, direct from Yankee Stadium. A unique gift idea for the baseball fan in your life. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Yankee Stadium Cuisine A trip to Yankee Stadium isn't complete without having a Nathan's hot dog and a bag of Bazzini roasted peanuts. Now you can enjoy the experience without schlepping to the Bronx. Nathan's Famous "Ballpark Pack" is a tailgate party in a box, not to mention the "Nut Club" peanut. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Brooklyn Stickball Set In the 1950s, urban kids grew up playing stickball with Spaldeens, broomstick-bats, and manholes and fire hydrants for bases. Luckily for civilization, we've brought back authentic Spalding High-Bounce balls along solid wood bat. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Bryant Park Chairs The very same chairs used everyday in New York's Bryant Park. Great for any outdoor gathering, since they are durable, comfortable and fold easily for storage. These French sidewalk café-inspired chairs create an outdoorsy charm in any setting, indoors and out, day and night. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Gramercy Park Birdhouse Offered is a re-creation of the Victorian birdhouse that flanks each end of Manhattan's only private park, a striking six-story "hotel" with "rooms" for feathered residents to build safe, dry nests at one of the city's most exclusive addresses. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Central Park Streetlight A distinctive element of New York's Central Park, the exquisite luminaire is designed in an historically-accurate botanical motif. Built to the city's rigorous specifications, the classic outdoor lamp is highly resistant to damage, weather, and the passage of time. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Public Litter Basket Let's pick it up, New York! Constructed from durable, fire-safe, galvanized steel, this wire mesh general purpose litter basket is ideal for many uses, not just as a litter container, but also for storage of products and merchandise. CLICK HERE for more information.
	New York’s Best Bicycle Lock The Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit U-Lock is resistant to bolt cutters or leveraged attack, guaranteed impenetrable. Its 18-millimeter shackle is made with so much hardened steel that it would take forever to hacksaw through. Backed up with a $4,500 anti-theft warranty. CLICK HERE for more information.
	New York Police Whistle Standard equipment in the New York City Police Department, the Storm Whistle is the loudest whistle in the world. Great for personal security, the whistle produces a loud, clear alarm in any conditions. Keep one in your briefcase or handbag, another for disaster preparedness in your car. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Manhole Cover Art A model-maker for television and advertising, Michael Miller has sculpted replicas of classic New York City manhole covers, intended as conversation-piece art. Re-created in actual size and with great detail, each cover is signed & numbered by the artist. CLICK HERE for more information.
	The MoMA Design Store A trip to the gift shop is like a day at the museum. From the Museum of Modern Art, shop for innovative, whimsical objects that reflect the vitality and complexity of modern and contemporary art. Offered are pieces noted for their design, quality and beauty. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Guggenheim Espresso Service A true taste of art. The white stoneware Espresso Service is inspired by the famous museum, with cup-and-saucer sets that mimic the building's concentric rings, increasing in size with each level. Functional, stylish, and sturdy enough to use every day. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Caswell-Massey Store The old-world apothecary at Lexington Avenue and 48th Street is brimming with traditional aromatic fragrances, grooming products, soaps and body essentials. Browse at your leisure and select your favorites for keeping or giving. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Museum of Sex How many cities can claim their own Museum of Sex? The museum store collection of adult sex paraphernalia features the Rabbit, sexiest and best-known vibrator, popularized by an episode of the now classic series Sex and the City. This classic multi-tasker boasts a large and faithful fan club. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Sex and the City Gift Collection A collector’s edition includes all six seasons of the show. From Carrie's sleep mask to Charlotte's vibrator to Samantha's handcuffs to Miranda's baby diaper cake, browse for oh-so-sexy SATC-style gifts, the perfect theme for a grown-up Pajama Party or a Bachelorette Party. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Wall Street Gift Shop Thank your best clients and valuable employees with corporate gifts, unique gifts, and executive gifts from the historical heart of the Financial District. Distinctive Bull & Bear-inspired gifts represent competing trends in the stock market. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Times Square Marble Coasters Individual images of Times Square, as it appeared in each of four decades, have been embedded onto tumbled Botticino marble quarried in Italy, then cork-backed for use as decorative coasters. The perfect, house warming or hostess gift. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Times Square Souvenirs With its bright lights and flashing electronic signs, nothing defines excitement quite like New York's Times Square. Re-capture the magic with mementos from the most familiar fragment of urban real estate on the planet. CLICK HERE for more information.
	New York Transit Tiles Beautifully-designed panels, nameplates and plaques have graced the city's subway stations since 1904. These wonderful works of public art have been faithfully reproduced, with the look and feel of the original underground ceramics. CLICK HERE for more information.
	New York Subway-Inspired Gifts After serving as a symbol of urban living for 50 years, the Metropolitan Transit Authority subway token was replaced with the MetroCard. The nostalgic token has been reborn as inventive collector’s-item gifts. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Historical Society Ceramic Tiles American games that entertained families in the last century offer a fascinating window to the history of a changing nation. These forgotten artifacts have been faithfully reproduced for the New York Historical Society Museum on decorative ceramic tiles. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Skyscraper Shakers Exquisite reproductions of New York City's grand dames serve as practical Salt & Pepper Shakers. The 4-inch tall, silver-plated, meticulously-accurate architectural pieces are great gifts for the distinctive tabletop. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Empire State Building For generations, the Empire State Building, in all its glamour and grandeur, has represented the city in many artistic reproductions. A meticulously-sculptured 20-inch scaled model is just one of several iconic souvenirs of New York's most famous skyscraper. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Chrysler Building An icon inspired by one of New York City's most beloved sights, the Chrysler Building 19-inch scaled replica depicts the timeless beauty of the city's art deco landmark. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Statue of Liberty A beautiful statue in its own rite, its symbolic value is even greater. As she lifts her lamp to light the world, there may be no more compelling universal symbol of New York, of America, of freedom itself. Replicas and mementos faithfully portray America's most distinguished ambassador to the world. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Flatiron Building One of the most striking buildings in any city, the Flatiron was New York City’s first skyscraper, constructed in 1902. Once compared to a stingy piece of pie, the city’s most photographed building is offered in a meticulously-sculptured 7-inch scaled model. CLICK HERE for more information.
	St. Patrick’s Cathedral Master sculptor Ovidin Colea captures the beauty and grace of the sacred structure on New York’s Fifth Avenue. His 11-inch-high scaled replica is an homage to Gothic ecclesiastical architecture. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Columbia University The oldest institution of higher learning in the state of New York, Columbia University is dear to the hearts of its alumni. If you want to capture the essence of Columbia and send it out into the world, visit the treasure trove of souvenirs and mementos. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Twin Towers Scale Model The World Trade Center complex represented far more than just architectural achievement. It was part of the city's essence from the day it went up. Sculptor Ovidin Colea's scaled replica, cast in New York City, has become a symbol of the city's irrepressible spirit. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Industrial Wire Sculptures Modern artists are drawn to metal, as they explore how this cold, industrial material can represent the urban environment and architecture of New York City. Wire sculptures of the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and Brooklyn Bridge are celebrations of Engineering and art. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Don’t Walk Chair The New York Times calls him “an artist who will change our culture.” John Carter is a self-described guerilla street artist who has converted a real, working "Walk/Don't Walk" sign into an industrial chic chair. Genuine scuffs and stains reflect its New York City roots. CLICK HERE for more information.
	New York Pushcart The company that supplies restaurant-quality Food Carts to New York's street corner vendors builds a model that is perfect for parties, picnics, or poolside. All stainless-steel construction resists rust, dents and scratches to provide a lifetime of use. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Legendary Bobby Short Mr. Short elevated the humble role of the piano-bar entertainer to an art. He symbolized New York City’s sophisticated night life and became a New York institution. Enjoy memorable performances at the Carlyle, captured on CD and DVD, bursting with the artist’s love for the city that adored him. CLICK HERE for more information.
	New York City Soundwalk CD Soundwalk CD audio recordings take you on a virtual visit to New York City, or a guided walking tour off the beaten path. It's all recorded with high-tech methods to achieve the 3-D surround sounds of Times Square, the Lower East Side, Chinatown, and the Bronx. CLICK HERE for more information.
	New York Monopoly Experience the energy, culture, and high stakes finance of the Big Apple as you play the New York City Edition of the world's most popular board game. Play Monopoly in the city where it was meant to be played. Make deals, take risks, and out-Trump your opponents. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Guides to the City From theater seats to parking spaces, these indispensible guides will not only provide seating layouts for all 39 Broadway houses and other theatre-related forums, but help you find a parking garage near your destination if you drive your car into the city. CLICK HERE for more information.
	"Arthur" Artifact In the 1960s, the hottest club in Manhattan was named after Ringo Starr's haircut! It was the brainstorm of Sybil Burton, who played den mother to the jet set. We have retrieved a few signature specimens that once graced hard-to-get tables. A one-of-a-kind gift for your own Arthur. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Souvenirs from Luchow's Although New York's great German restaurant closed in 1982, surviving artifacts include First Edition cookbooks, vintage ashtrays, souvenir postcards, and, of course, a few of Luchow's signature beer steins. Epitomizing the distinctive Germanic spirit of "Gemutlichkeit." CLICK HERE for more information.
	Sardi's Memorabilia In the heart of New York's Theater District, Sardi's has been the toast of Broadway for 82 years, a pre- and post-theater hang-out, as well as a location for opening night parties. Offering vintage souvenirs, including a rare autobiography of Vincent Sardi and the original cookbook of famous Sardi's favorites. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Broadway Joe Collectibles From out-of-print books to game-related artifacts signed by Joe Namath himself, these rare collectibles capture the legend of the professional football player and legendary playboy who won a Super Bowl and lived a lifestyle which earned him the nickname "Broadway Joe." CLICK HERE for more information.
	Postcard Mementos These personal mementos from the past capture views of New York City in a visual feast of warm colors and wit, as they open windows into another time. Displayed in handsome desktop shadowboxes, reframing a new birth, simple postcards are transformed into new forms with a unique set of aesthetic and artistic values. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Music of the City on CD A New York state of mind links this music, from the legendary jukebox at Rao's to the soundtrack from Woody Allen's Manhattan. Offering a remarkable music mix that reflects and celebrates the incredible musical diversity of the city. CLICK HERE for more information.
	An Evening at Rao's Rao's is an East Harlem establishment famous for its jukebox, its Italian food, and the sheer impossibility of ever getting a reservation. Like the joint itself, this compilation piles it high with R&B chestnuts, Neapolitan serenades, Rat Pack romps, and gargantuan helpings of good cheer and formaggio. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Plaza Hotel Gift Shop The Plaza Hotel, in her long association with royalty and aristocracy, has never been anything but the First Lady of hotels. The Plaza standard combines upscale elegance with the utmost comfort of legendary Mascioni towels and robes, culinary excellence with a splendid cookbook, and beautiful music captured at the venerable hotel. CLICK HERE for more information.
	'21' Club Interesting artifacts from the bastion of the rich and influential. Dating back to 1929, this four-story brownstone, former swank speakeasy has a reputation intertwined with New York history and has served as a rite of passage for every American President. CLICK HERE for more information.
	As Seen on “24” He sets the standard for substance over style, while fighting a one-man battle against global terrorism. Offered is the genuine Special-Ops Watch worn by the Jack Bauer character, as well as by real-life members of tactical military personnel. The limited-production, individually numbered watch comes in a seahorse box with a built-in sense of purpose. CLICK HERE for more information.
	The Incomparable Hildegarde Gorgeous artifacts from the glamorous, remembered past, when one woman stood out for seemingly effortless poise, sophistication, and her way with a song. Listen to her music, read her book, own her signed portrait, wear her signature gloves. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Cult Bicycle Negotiate curbs and potholes with impunity, run over glass, drop it a thousand times, chain it to a parking meter and have a cabbie back into it. It’s the practically indestructible, industrial-strength Worksman Utility Bicycle, with drum brakes, oversized spokes and rims, and bulletproof tires. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Jack Dempsey Memorabilia He emerged from fights on saloon floors near mining camps to become the world's heavyweight champion and one of the major sports figures of the 1920s. Offering mememtos of Jack Dempsey's careers as boxer and Broadway restaurateur. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Rare Ashtray Vault The ashtray as collector’s item. Offering a treasury of splendid ashtrays from the golden age of glamorous smoking, signature specimens from New York City hotels, restaurants, and cocktail lounges. CLICK HERE for more information.
	New York City 5-Cigar Sampler Smoking cigars truly is one of life's great pleasures. To complement your enjoyment of fine spirits and strong coffees, traditional finale to a rich meal, the steakhouse-inspired 5-Cigar Selection includes a variety of artisan, hand-rolled cigars shipped fresh and direct from New York City's renown Martinez Cigar Factory. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Steak Knife Necktie A man's necktie is perhaps one of the most defining pieces of his wardrobe. It is much more than a mere accessory -- it is also one way a man expresses himself, a fashion affirming the wearer's individuality. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Le Pavillon The restaurant started as the Le Restaurant du Pavillon de France at the 1939 New York World's Fair run by Henri Soulé, and it defined French food in the United States from 1941 to 1966. A rare book on the art of graceful living with recipes from the fabled restaurant. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Subway Rail Bookends Offering a set of bookends made of authentic solid steel rails retired from the New York Metropolitan Transit Authority system. Each set provides 2 six-inch-long bookends with a total weight of nearly 17 pounds, heavy enough to hold up your entire library. CLICK HERE for more information.
	Sixth Avenue LOVE Sculpture Robert Indiana's LOVE Sculpture, a pop art piece on Sixth Avenue in mid-town Manhattan, might be the second most photographed icon in the city. Send your love with this paperweight-size reproduction of the LOVE sculpture, crafted in brushed aluminum, and gift boxed for that special someone. CLICK HERE for more information.