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Small dinky iron sign with pointing hand & LUNT ST & great surface. Possibly from Byfield, MA. 19th Century. Size: 3" H x 14" L |
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AS-0165 |
Small horse weathervane (aluminum) with some bullet holes. American, Mid-Century. Size: 8" H x 19" L (w/stand 12" H) |
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AS-0167 |
American fire mark with the initials F.A. painted aluminum. American, Mid-Century. Size: 10 1/2" H x 6 3/4" W |
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Diminutive iron Mermaid weathervane with directional's and great surface. American c. 1910. Size: Overall Height = 41" H Diameter - 17" D Mermaid only = 10" H x 16" L |
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Gilded wooden letter " P ". American, Early 1900's. Size: 12 1/2" H x 10" W |
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Wooden Whale Weather Vane with traces of old paint ~ Discovered on Nantucket, Massachusetts. American, Early 20th Century. Size: 4" H x 17" L (Whale Only), 9 1/2" H (Overall height with stand) |
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Painted wood arrow weathervane with great surface on later base. American, 19th Century Size: 35" H x 41 1/2" L |
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Painted and gilt-lettered "PANNEBAKER'S" double-sided rectangular sign with shaped ends with gilt lettering on a blue/green smalt ground bordered with gilt pinstriping and black paint. American, Late 19th Century. Size: 16" H x 92 1/2" L |
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AS-0203 | Cast iron "Germantown Mutual Fire" plaque. Americn, dated 1848. Size: 8" H x 11 1/2" L |
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AS-0208 |
MILFORD & JONES ELECTRIC CO. License Plate Booster. Mounted on a later wooden display. This authentic embossed tin license plate attachment is a premier example of period automobilia. Featuring bold, high-relief "MILFORD" typography, the tag is flanked by graphic lightbulb silhouettes for the Jones Electric Co. Commonly known as "booster tags," these were bolted to vehicle bumpers or plates to promote local businesses and town pride during the 1920s and 30s. Size: 3" H x 12" L |
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AS-0211 |
“TOPS – SWEET SNUFF” — Tin advertising sign for the George W. Helme Snuff Company. Features bold yellow-and-blue graphics with classic funnel logo. Displays authentic age with scattered paint loss, surface wear, and scuffs, giving it that perfect true-barn-find patina collectors love. A striking piece of Americana tobacciana advertising. American, Mid-20th Century, Size: 17 3/4" H x 11 3/4" W. |
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Bicycle rider ~ unusual figural whirligig ~ the propellers activate a man riding a bicycle. American, Early 20th Century. Size: 22 1/2" H x 20" L |
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AS-0216 | Primitive red arrow heavy and large iron vane. Size: 9 3/4" H x 50 1/2" L |
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AS-0217 |
Old wooden leg stocking stretcher decorated later as museum sign. Embossed at top; C.S.B. Co. Ltd. 9 1/2, Walkerton. Mid-20th Century. Size: 30" H x 5" W |
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Carved & painted whimsical fish sign ~ "You Should've Been Here Yesterday" !!! American. Size: 18 1/2" L |
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AS-0296 |
Embossed metal “KEEP SMILING – BUDD RADIO CO.” trade sign in its original orange, with raised block lettering and honest workshop wear. A classic mid‑century radio‑shop survivor with great color, depth, and industrial charm. American. Size: 2 3/4" H x 10 1/2" W |
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AS-0220 |
Rare vintage enameled iron sign for Northeast Airlines which were the first airlines founded 1931 acquired by Delta Airlines in 1972. Size: 9 1/4" H x 23" L |
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Rectangular wooden sign with the word "SANDWICHES" painted in yellow and outlined in red, on a black background. Size: 11" H x 42" L |
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AS-0226 | Cast Iron Soda Fountain "Cherry" flavor sign. American, Early 1900. Size: 4 1/4" H x 20 1/2" L |
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19TH c. double-sided doctor office sign with painted tôle banners mounted on a black wire frame. Found in Cape Cod. American. Size: 15 1/2" H x 19 3/4" W |
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AS-0229 |
Porcelain enameled tin insurance sign. American, Early 1900. Size: 14" H x 20" L |
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AS-0232 |
"Hamilton Shore" ~ Double-sided directional sign with pointed hand (some paint loss). American, Early 1900's. Size: 28" L x 6" H x 7/8" D |
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AS-0234 |
19th Century heavy gage cast iron firemark of the Size: 10 1/4" H x 9 1/2" W |
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AS-0236 |
Verdigris copper sun face relief firemark with Bath Sun Fire. Office sign of the Sun Insurance Bath, England 1766-1838. Size: 7 1/2" H x 8 1/2" W |
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AS-0239 |
Star Sunburst lightening rod finial on later wooden base. American, Mid-Century. Size: 7 1/2" H (rod only) |
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Primitive folky painted copper, tin & iron sailboat weathervane / sculpture. American, Early 1900's. Size: 20" H x 28 1/2" W |
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AS-0240 |
Large wood & galvanized tin with applied molded-wood frame trade sign with folky painted wood applied letters retains original red, white & blue painted surface. American, Early 1900's. Size: 24 1/2" H x 43" W |
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Folky carved and painted Zodiac sign wheel with releif carving and a central sunface. American, 20th Century. Size: 16 1/2" D |
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AS-0246 |
Flat sheet metal silhouette of a running rabbit weathervane on later display stand. American, Mid-Century. Size: vane only - 11" H x 21 1/2" L (overall 19" H) |
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Vintage carved & painted Acme (high pinnacle point of success) sign / plaque of distinction. Size: 4" H x 14 1/4" L x 1/2" D |
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Sheet cooper banner weathervane with gold paint on later display base. Size: (Vane only: 22 1/2" H x 42 1/2" L) (Overall 32” H) |
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Sheet metal FLYING GEESE weathervane ~ Three geese in flight over a directional formed as rolling hills. Painted black. Size: 51" H x 31 1/2" L |
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"CHA CHA" large painted circus / carnival sign depicting a cheerful, young lady with a colorful dress on later display stand. American, Mid-Century. Size: 48 3/4" H |
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This Large painted sheet metal heart shaped carnival sign is special & the surface is great. Verse: "Patrons Jumping Off This Machine While In Motion Terminates Their Ride". As often you get simple instructions that can have multiple meaning. I see a philosophical meaning comparing to life itself or a project that you take & half-way finish. I see certain irony & humor in it. American, Early 20th Century. |
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Colorful painted "BAIT" sign on sheet metal. American, Mid-Century. Size: 9" H x 21 3/8 " L |
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AS-0253 |
Large copper & zinc bannerette weathervane great surface with traces of gilt & green verdigris. American, Late 19th Century. Size: 29 1/2" H x 59 1/4" L x 3" W (vane only) |
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AS-0254 |
Gilt spread-winged eagle perched on a ball weathervane. Later wooden display stand. American, 19th Century. Size: 20" H x 24 1/2" W |
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AS-0255 |
19th c. (Civil War) large metal weathervane depicting Admiral David Farragut who was the first admiral in the United States Navy. Retains some original paint with surface rusting. American. Size: 35" H x 30" L |
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Carved & painted signage "Drive Slowly". American, Early 1900. Size: 11 1/4" H x 23 1/4" L |
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"Park" sign painted on wood panel ~ "Park 60 Minutes Only" in red with white lettering. Mid-Century, American. Size: 8" H x 16" W |
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19th c. American store shop sign painted on tin with shapely scalloped wooden frame, "Mrs. Elbert. Variety Store". Size: 16 1/2" H x 21" W |
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Painted on wood American sign c. 1900. "CHIEF" in faux 3D lettering on deep red background. Some paint wear mainly near the "c". Size: 4 1/2" H x 18 1/4" L x 1" D |
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Painted wooden sign "Top" in bright red lettering against a yellow ground. American c. 1910. Size: 9 1/2" H x 19 1/2" L x 1" D. |
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AS-0267 |
This striking, folksy horse trade sign is a dynamic piece of Americana. The incredible natural rust patina and subtle traces of old paint have transformed its bold silhouette into a captivating work of found art. c. 1900. Size: 15 1/2" H x 24 1/2" W |
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BAKERY ~ Large painted weathered wooden "plain jane" sign in white on black. American, Mid-Century. Size: 14" H x 86" L |
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REST YOUR FEET HERE ~ Large IRON HORSESHOE wall SIGN with center prancing horse. American, Early 1900's. Size: 11 1/2" H x 10" W x 1 1/8" D |
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AS-0270 |
Bannerette weathervane with traces of gilding & a NSEW directional & a ball decoration on a later display stand. American, 19th Century. Size: Bannerette weathervane – 17” H x 31” W (overall Vane + directional 60” H), Later base – 17” H |
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AS-0271 |
"BuckEye" painted long wooden sign with red background (some age cracks). American, Late 19th Century. Size: 12 1/2" H x 69 1/2" L |
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Large 3-masted ship black painted iron weathervane on a later shapely display stand. American, Early 1900's. Size: 35" H x 37" W (overall) |
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Two carved & painted / gilded wooden panels ~ MUSIC / HALL each panel has a raised border with ornate edges. The edges have a scalloped design, embossed Gothic-style font letters and crusty great surface.. Size: 6 1/4" H x 19 1/2"L x 3/4" D |
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Old wooden board BROOKE BOND'S TEA advertising sign. Early 1900. Size: 14" H x 11 1/4" W. |
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T.S. Stamas, MD - Eye Surgeon. Carved & painted double-sided sign. The plaque features a classic scalloped silhouette with hand-painted gold lettering set against a textured black background. The surface shows age-related wear, patina, and speckling which add to its authentic period character. American, Mid-Century. Size: 8" H x 21 3/4" L x 1" D |
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Thick wood carved & painted directional OFFICE sign with metal pole. American, Mid-Century. Size: 38" H x 16" W |
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AS-0280 |
DART ROOM painted wooden board double-sided sign with center dart illustration. American, Mid-Century. Size: 9 1/8" H x 18 3/8" W x 5/8" D. |
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X‑RAY FITTED Sign — Striking wooden sign featuring vitreous‑enamel paint, where fine glass particles create a subtle, sparkling finish. A bold, eye‑catching piece of early 1900 advertising. American. Size: 5 3/8" H x 47" L x 1" D |
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Double-sided "hefty & thick" COW RANCH SIGN sign. Side showing is the weathered side, the other side not as weathered Wonderful presence & patina. American, Early 1900’s. Size: 12 5/8" H x 23 1/2" W x 1 1/4" D. |
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SWANN HATS SIGN with raised three-dimensional lettering and a swan figure. Good original red & white paint on molded composite board. American, E. 1900’s. Size: 6" H x 8" W. | |||
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AS-0285 |
COFFEE TABLE cast iron sign. American, Early 1900’s. Size: 2 1/8" H x 19 7/8" W x 2" D. |
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Weathered Metal Trade Sign— “Try Your Favorite Loaf — Freshly Sliced.” Embossed with bold lettering a classic Americana shop appeal.. Early 1900's. Size: 5 1/2" H x 14 3/4" W |
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Early cast iron county road sign “TAYLOR E COUNTY” ~ American, Early 1900's. Featuring raised lettering and a heavily weathered surface from long-term outdoor exposure. A strong example of rural infrastructural TAYLOR COUNTY signage with bold graphic presence and authentic patina. Size: 14 3/8" H x 14 3/8" L |
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FA-0268 |
Carved wooden dancing man ( jigger ) with "screw-in" handle. Late 19th Century. Size: 13" H |
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FA-0394 |
Carved & painted articulated female doll jigger on later stand. c. 1860. Size: 13" H |
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FA-0547 |
Interesting carved jigger in original paint with fur for hair and "facet cut" glass for eyes. Early 1900's. Size: 10" H |
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FA-0606 |
Folky built wooden & tin small airplane model / gig. American, Mid-Century. Size: 13" H |
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FO-0224 |
Rare townscape reverse glass mirror. American c. 1815 Size: 20 1/2" H x 11 1/8" W x 1" D | |||||
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FA-0515 |
Whimsy windmill / whirligig with original colorful paddles on later base. American, Early 1900's. Size: 12" H x 15" L |
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Whimsical wrought iron & nails Folk Art toy Ferris wheel. American, Early 1900's. Size: 25" H x 21 1/4" W x 8" D |
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FA-0666 |
Amusing & fabulous primitive whirligig man on a horse with old paint (one paddle restored). American c. 1900. Size: 25" H x 25" W |
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Carved & painted fisherman whirligig. American. Size: 12" H (13 3/4" H attached to base) |
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Great motion on this galloping horse in painted zinc wall plaque. Size: 18 1/2" H x 39" W. |
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Copper fish weathervane mounted on a wood base. American c. 1900. Size: 13 3/4" H x 34" L |
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Carved & painted swimming mermaid whirligig on later stand. American c. 1940. Size: 7" H x 17" L x 1/2" W (overall 13 1/2" H) |
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FA-0795 |
Colorful unusual shield-shaped wooden frame polychrome decorated with foliate and garland in yellow & blue on red background with oval aperture. Probably Pennsylvania. c. 1860. Size: 8 1/4" H x 6" W |
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Black painted wooden & metal toy Cat whirligig with replaced spinner (the legs & tail moves) on later stand. American, 1930's. Size: 10 1/2" H x 23 1/2" L (overall 14" H) |
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FO-0538 |
19th c. American cast iron rooster windmill weight, marked on the tail with "Hummer E 184," elegantly displayed on a later stand. American. Size: 9" H x 9" W (w/o later stand) |
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NA-0202 |
Sperm whale weathervane made from sheet metal, featuring a beautifully painted surface on one side, displayed on a later stand. American c. 1900. Size: 14 1/2" H x 31" L |
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PR-0311 |
Original Gouache painting prototype advertisement / shop cardboard display for orange marmalade, by F. G. Dawe, (Irish), to advertise Hartley's Jams 1950. Size: 20 1/2" H x 14" W | |
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PUBLIC BATH ~ Framed dinky needlepoint sign. American, Mid-Century. Size: 9 3/4" H x 21 3/4" W x 3/4" D |
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