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?? Japanese Vintage Showa Era Enamel Sign. Rare vintage Japanese enamel sign related to a traditional shopping street coupon/ticket system. This is an original vintage enamel sign from Japan featuring Japanese lettering. ??????? It was reportedly used to indicate that shopping street tickets/coupons could be used at participating shops. During the Showa era, many shopping streets throughout Japan issued their own shopping tickets or coupon systems. These tickets could be used at stores participating in the local shopping street. This sign is an interesting piece of Japanese local commercial history and offers a glimpse into the everyday shopping culture of the Showa period. 12 cm / 4.7 in. 60 cm / 23.6 in. There are signs of age including rust, stains, scratches, enamel wear and other surface imperfections, especially around the edges and mounting areas. Please carefully check all photos for the actual condition. This is an original vintage item, not a modern reproduction. A great piece for collectors of Japanese Showa retro items, vintage enamel signs, Japanese advertising memorabilia, antique shop displays, and Japanese local history. Thank you for looking! Condition: Used, please see photos for condition and accessories. Condition has some scuffs and scratches as shown in the photos. All my products are 100% Authentic. International Buyers – Please Note. I do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.

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Antique Midland Cycling Touring Bag Enamel Advertising Sign. This is a highly collectible, authentic early 20th-century porcelain enamel advertising sign for Midland Cycling Touring Bags. This rare piece features the iconic bold red and black design with outstanding shelf appeal. A standout feature of this particular piece is the reverse side, which remarkably retains its original Midland Gear Case Co. Key Features & Details. Subject: Midland Cycling Touring Bags / Patent No. Unique Text: The Only Bag with the Patent Box Girder Suspension. Maker: Midland Gear Case Co. (Confirmed by original reverse label). Dimensions: Length 39cm x Width 21cm. Era: Circa 1910s – 1930s. Front: Exceptional, vibrant colours with deep reds and crisp whites. Excellent gloss retention across the main body text. Edges: Authentic, honest patina with expected enamel chipping and stabilized surface corrosion around the perimeter and mounting holes, consistent with genuine age. No modern restoration or touch-ups. Reverse: Incredible condition, retaining almost all of its original black protective enamel backing and the rare maker’s label. Please study the high-resolution images provided to assess the exact condition for yourself. A premier addition to any automobilia, bicycle, or vintage advertising collection.

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Rare Garnier 80s HMV enamel sign – not a modern tin reproduction, featuring Nipper the dog and a gramophone. Please see images for full details and condition.

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The sign is original and authentic. GUINNESS IS GOOD FOR YOU. SIZE – 458mm x 278mm. 18inches x 11 inches. No reasonable offer refused. Thank you for looking.

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This product is an original and rare enamel sign featuring the famous Rowntree advertising. The sign showcases a unique and nostalgic piece of advertising history, making it a valuable collectable for enthusiasts of vintage advertising memorabilia. Its antique charm adds a touch of nostalgia and character to any collection, making it a sought-after item for collectors of advertising signs.

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Original vintage Melox dog food vitreous enamel advertising sign, reading: “MELOX – THE FOOD OF THE DOGS” A scarce piece of British advertising, believed to date from approximately the 1930s/40s. The sign carries the maker’s name “Jordan-Bilston” in the lower-right corner. Dimensions: approximately 66cm wide × 46cm high. Single-sided enamelled steel construction, with a plain metal reverse. The original red and blue lettering remains strong and clearly readable, giving the sign plenty of character and display appeal. Please note that this is in heavily weathered, unrestored condition. There is extensive enamel loss, surface rust, corrosion, scratches, pitting and deterioration around the edges and across the face. The reverse is heavily oxidised, and some areas of metal are thin and rough. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description. Despite the wear, it remains a scarce and highly decorative original sign-ideal for a vintage advertising collection, pub, café, kitchen, workshop, garage or character interior. Genuine period sign, not a modern reproduction.

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Original Stephens Ink and Gum enamel sign. Dates to around 1940’s, and in reasonable condition for the age. Some corrosion, as to be expected, but complete, and that only adds to the originality of the piece. Rare design on this piece, 121x31cm approx.

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This XL Joseph Thorleys Cakes Kings Cross London original enamel sign is a rare find, measuring 4ft x 3ft. The sign, dating back to a bygone era, features a unique design that is sure to making a statement in any collection. With its originality and vintage charm, this advertising collectable from Kings Cross, London would make a perfect addition to any enthusiast’s display. Lovely old original enamel sign! No touch-ups anywhere, please study all photos carefully for overall condition. We have over 200 original enamel signs for sale, and always open to a deal if you are interested in 2 or more. Thanks for looking Emma.

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Rare and genuine original vintage vitreous enamel advertising sign for Perrier, “Eau de Table Française, ” in the large-format triangular pattern. Green background with classic yellow and green Perrier bottle motif and white lettering. Original as found condition. Vitreous Enamel maker signed… BOREAU in the lower left border – a documented French enameller’s mark. Size: 1.2m (approx 120cm) on each side, triangular format Weight: Approx 6.6kg Mounting holes: 5 original holes Material: Vitreous enamel on steel Condition: Genuine period piece showing significant age and honest wear. There is heavy rust-through loss across the top of the sign and through the mid-body, which cuts into the bottle graphic and label detail (see photos). Edges show typical enamel chipping and rust bleed consistent with age and outdoor/long-term storage. Please study all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Collection from Wetherby, North Yorkshire. Thank you for looking and please feel free to ask any questions. Also please check out my other vintage items.

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Decent size at 36″ × 24″. Unbelievable considering this sign is almost 100 years old. There is obviously some age related marks but the colours are deep and shiny, it would be hard to find another in this condition!

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