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Vintage Chiquita Enamel Advertising Sign Emaille Plaque. The description of this item has been automatically translated. ??? Original vintage Chiquita banana enamel advertising sign. Langcat Bussum (Netherlands) – 1960s/70s. Original vintage Chiquita “Banana” enamel advertising sign, made for the European (German-speaking) market, dated ca. Late 1960s to early 1970s. The design features the classic blue and yellow Chiquita logo with the early “Miss Chiquita” figure as well as the German lettering “Banana”, which clearly indicates use in German-speaking countries (Germany, Austria or neighboring regions). It is a heavy steel sign with an enamelled front. Construction, weight and aging correspond completely to an industrial advertising production from the middle of the 20th century. In this example, the second part (bussum) is partially worn off due to use and age, but can be clearly identified by comparing it with other known examples. This sign is not a modern reproduction. It is a original vintage advertising sign from the specified period, with authentic materials and natural aging. Type: Enamel advertising sign. Production: Europe (Langcat – Bussum, Netherlands). Material: steel with enamelled front. Magnetic: Yes (steel base). Fastening: Original corner holes. General: Good vintage condition with age-related signs of wear. Surface: Scratches, stains and signs of wear. Edges: Significant rusting and oxidation, particularly at the corners. Mounting holes: Signs of wear due to assembly. Back: Fully oxidized steel with natural patina. Graphics: Clearly visible, with slight age-related traces. ? All signs of wear are age-appropriate and underline the authenticity and character of the piece. Original Vintage Chiquita Banana Enamel Advertising Sign. Original vintage Chiquita “Banana” Enamel advertising sign, produced for the European (German-speaking) market, dating to approximately the late 1960s to early 1970s. The design features the classic blue and yellow Chiquita branding with the early “Miss Chiquita” character, combined with the German word “Banana”, clearly indicating regional distribution in Germany, Austria, or surrounding areas. This is a heavy steel sign with an enamel-coated front, showing clear and authentic signs of age and long-term use. The overall construction, weight, and natural wear are fully consistent with mid-20th century industrial advertising production. Along the lower edge, the maker’s mark “Langcat – Bussum” is present. On this specific piece, part of the marking (Bussum) has been worn away over time due to use and age, but comparison with other known examples confirms the full original marking. This piece is not a modern reproduction. It’s on original vintage advertising sign from the stated period, with authentic materials, aging, and production characteristics. Production: European (Langcat – Bussum, Netherlands). Material: Steel with enamel front. Mounting: Original corner holes. Overall: Good vintage condition with authentic age-related wear. Surface: Scratches, marks, and signs of long-term use. Edges: Visible rust and oxidation, especially on corners. Mounting holes: Wear consistent with installation and use. Back: Fully oxidized steel with natural patina and corrosion spotting. Graphics: Strong and clearly visible, with minor wear. ? All wear is consistent with age and adds to the authenticity and character of the piece.

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