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Vintage JOHN THOMASS Enamel Advertisement Plaque Sign for Cigarettes. The description of this item has been automatically translated. Vintage Porcelain Enamel Advertising Sign – “John Thomass Cigarettes”. Was a Belgian cigarette brand that has been around since at least the. The earliest known evidence comes from porcelain-enamel advertising signs made in Belgium. Were produced, suggesting that the brand was active in the interwar period and invested in high quality enamel advertising. The brand apparently continued to exist beyond that, as cigarette packs with the name. In Belgium from the. 1970s to the 1990s. Over time the brand appears to have been associated with various manufacturers, indicating that it remained in circulation under changing ownership. In summary, John Thomass was a genuine Belgian cigarette brand that existed at least since the 1920s and continued into the late 20th century. Porcelain enamel on steel. Surface wear and enamel loss. Especially on the back and edges. Signs of age and wear, typical of enamel signs. Overall good visual effect with strong colors despite defects in condition. The design of this shield comes from the. A period in which porcelain-enamel advertising signs were widely used for tobacco advertising. However, this copy will. Not considered an original piece from the 1920s-30s. Based on construction, enamel quality and aging characteristics it is rather than. At the same time, it differs significantly from modern reproductions. Made of thinner metal. Are often flat and not embossed. Have a more uniform, less durable surface. This piece, however, shows. Relatively heavy steel base (3.4 kg). Oxidation on the back. A surface closer to traditional enamel techniques. Taking all factors into account, this sign can be the closest thing to that. Late 20th century, approx. Made in the style of earlier originals from the 1920s-30s. It should also be noted that this specific reproduction. And is not one of the widely used decorative pieces. All information is provided to the best of our knowledge and research. No guarantee is given for exact dating or historical originality. Was a Belgian cigarette brand that existed at least as early as the. The earliest known evidence comes from porcelain enamel advertising signs produced in Belgium around. Indicating that the brand was active during the interwar period and invested in high-quality enamel signage for promotion. The brand appears to have continued beyond that era, as cigarette packs bearing the name. Are documented in Belgium from the. 1970s through the 1990s. Over time, the brand seems to have been associated with different manufacturers, suggesting it remained in circulation under changing ownership. In summary, John Thomass was a genuine Belgian cigarette brand, active from at least the 1920s and continuing into the late 20th century. Particularly on the reverse side and around the edges. Age and use consistent with vintage enamel signage. Overall presents well visually, with strong colors despite condition issues. The design of this sign originates from the. A period when porcelain enamel advertising signs like this were widely produced and used for tobacco promotion. However, this particular piece is. Not considered an original 1920s-30s production. Based on its construction, enamel characteristics, and overall aging pattern, it is more consistent with a. Rather than a period-made sign. That said, it also differs from most. Contemporary reproductions are typically. Made from thinner metal sheets. Often flat rather than properly embossed. Produced with more uniform, less durable surface finishes. In contrast, this example shows. Heavy steel base (3.4 kg). More natural and time developed. Oxidation on the reverse. A finish closer to traditional enamel production methods. Taking all factors into account, this sign can most reasonably be attributed to the. Late 20th century, circa 1960s-1980s. Produced in the style of earlier 1920s-30s originals. It is also worth noting that examples of this specific reproduction are. And it is not a widely mass-available decorative piece, adding a degree of scarcity compared to typical modern reproductions. No formal guarantee is given regarding exact dating or historical originality. Panneau publicitaire vintage en émail sur porcelaine. « John Thomass Cigarettes ». This is a Belgian cigarette brand that exists in several countries. Les premières preuves connues proviennent de panneaux publicitaires en émail sur porcelaine fabriqués en Belgique vers. Indiquant that the brand is active during the first two battles and the investment in a signal of high quality. The brand ensemble avoir perduré par la suite, puisque des packs de cigarettes portant le nom. Sont documents in Belgium des. Années 1970 and années 1990. Au fil du temps, the marque ensemble avoir été associée à différents fabricants, suggests a continuité sous des propriétaires successifs. In summary, John Thomass is a veritable Belgian brand of cigarettes, active in the 1920s and in the 20th century. Quatre trous aux coins. Visible on the panneau. Usage of surface and pertes d’émail. Notamment au dos et sur les bords. Traces d’âge et d’utilization typiques des plaques émaillées. Présentation visual globalment bonne avec des couleurs encore vives malgré les défauts. The design of the panel can be remounted. Period durant laquelle les plaques publicitaires en émail étaient largement utilisées pour la promotion du tobacco. N’est pas considéré comme une production originale des années 1920-30. Il se distingue néanmoins des reproductions modernes. Fabricated in metal plus fin. Souvent plates plutôt qu’embouties. Dotées de finitions plus uniforms and highly durable. This example is present au contraire. Base en acier relativement lourde (3.4 kg). Oxidation naturelle au dos. Une finition plus proche des techniques traditionalnes d’émaillage. The tenant can count all the elements, the panneau can also be attributed. Realized in the style of the origins of the years 1920-30. It is convenient to note that this reproduction is specific. Peu courante sur le marché. Et ne fait pas partie des pièces décoratives largement diffused. All the information is available at the best of our knowledge and research. Also guaranteed is not the exact data or historical authenticity. The evaluation finale de l’âge, de la classification et de l’authenticité relève de la responsabilité de l’acheteur. John Thomass was a Belgian cigarette brand that has been around since at least the 1920s existed. John Thomass was a Belgian cigarette brand that existed at least as early as the 1920s. John Thomass This is a Belgian cigarette brand that exists in several countries années 1920. Les premières preuves connues proviennent de panneaux publicit.

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Hi, you are looking at my Vintage Original Wills’s Star Cigarettes Enamel Sign. I don’t know exactly when it was made, but think it’s likely to be in the 1920’s. It is in completely original condition, and for it’s age is in very good condition, due to the heavy gauge metal used and the quality of the enamelling. It is a full sized period sign measuring approximately 50″ x 32″ = 127cm x 81cm Please look carefully at the photo’s, as they are a big part of the description. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask, and I will do my best to help. Viewing in South Devon (1 mile off the A38, 4 miles from Newton Abbot) can be arranged almost any time, and as it is large and quite heavy, it will of course need to be collected. Assistance with loading will be given. I believe my price is very realistic. I also have several other vintage original advertising enamel signs for beer, other cigarettes etc. Please ask if interested. Thank you for looking.

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One mounting tab is missing and has been replaced by wood and metal tab. Collection or will pack for your courier.

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Vintage Dodo Designs Black Cat Cigarettes Enamel Sign. This sign is an Original Dodo Designs Porcelain Enamel Sign which is a reproduction of the Original Carreras Black Cat Cigarettes Sign. Please refer to photographs to ascertain condition. If you require any further information regarding this lot or would like additional photographs, please do not hesitate to ask. Please check out our other listings for other interesting collectibles and antiques.

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WILL’S WOODBINE CIGARETTES VINTAGE ENAMEL SIGN. IN LOVELY ORGINAL CONDITION WITH LOVELY PATINA. SOME DAMAGE DOWN ONE SIDE OF SIGN AS SHOWN IN PICS. SIZE APPROX 18 INCHES X 12 INCHES. WILL POST WORLD WIDE AT BUYERS EXPENSE. PLEASE VIEW MY OTHER ITEMS.

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Vintage Overstolz Vom Rhein German Tobacco Cigarettes Enamel Sign 1950s – some age related wear to corners, see photos. Very rare in the UK.

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Vintage Tin Plate Double-Sided Senior Service Cigarettes Tobacco Advertising Shop Sign On Bracket. Circa 50s/60s Condition Is Good For Age Some Marks/Dents. Approx Size Approx 21in Wide (With Bracket) By 13in High. ANY PROBLEMS PLEASE MESSAGE ME FEEDBACK WILL BE LEFT WHEN FEEDBACK RECEIVED. PLEASE HAVE A LOOK AT MY OTHER ITEMS LISTED. THANK YOU FOR LOOKING.

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State Express Cigarettes Enamel Sign in good condition for its age. Collection or packaged for your courier.

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A Genuine, Vintage,’Capstan Medium Cigarettes’ Enamel Advertising Sign. A lovely genuine good size vintage enamel advertising sign with’Capstan’ seen in large white lettering on a very dark navy / black background and’Medium Cigarettes’ seen in smaller navy /black lettering on a pale blue background. Eight holes are in place along the top and lower edges ready to wall mount if preferred. Measuring approximately :- 91.5cm x 30.5cm Weighs 2.9kgs Considering it’s age the sign is in good overall condition with no cracks, splits or added holes, all of the lettering is clear and easily readable with no colour loss, the sign does display evidence of age with some enamel loss and oxidation mainly surrounding each of the eight holes and to the reverse side all adding to the authenticity of the sign. A very desirable Genuine, Vintage,’Capstan Medium Cigarettes’ Enamel Advertising Sign that would make an Ideal Special Occasion Gift for Tobacco / Advertising Signs enthusiasts or a Well Deserved Personal Treat.

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Hi, you are looking at my Vintage Original Wills’s Star Cigarettes Enamel Sign. I don’t know exactly when it was made, but think it’s likely to be in the 1920’s. It is in completely original condition, and for it’s age is in very good condition, due to the heavy gauge metal used and the quality of the enamelling. It is a full sized period sign measuring approximately 50″ x 32″ = 127cm x 81cm Please look carefully at the photo’s, as they are a big part of the description. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask, and I will do my best to help. Viewing in South Devon (1 mile off the A38, 4 miles from Newton Abbot) can be arranged almost any time, and as it is large and quite heavy, it will of course need to be collected. Assistance with loading will be given. I believe my price is very realistic. I also have several other vintage original advertising enamel signs for beer, other cigarettes etc. Please ask if interested. Thank you for looking.

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