{"title":"Vintage Signs","description":"Vintage Signs made from wood, metal, fabric, paper and more","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-lithographed-tin-sign-ever-ready-batteries-for-longer-life","title":"Vintage Lithographed Tin Sign Ever Ready Batteries For Longer Life","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"normal break-word mb-xs-2\" data-buy-box-listing-title=\"\" data-listing-id=\"721049619\"\u003eVintage Lithographed Tin Sign Ever Ready Batteries For Longer Life \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis colourful little object is a small Vintage Lithographed Tin Sign \u003cem\u003eEver Ready Batteries For Longer Life\u003c\/em\u003e : the sort of advertising which would have been attached to a shop counter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is in very good used condition with some rust spots and scuffing commensurate with age and type of use. One of the screws on the base is missing. The colours are still quite vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 20.3cm (8″)\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 7.8cm (~ 3″)\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 3.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed to advertise Zinc carbon batteries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.5 v: U1 U2\/LPU2\/PF2\/U7\/U10 TO U18, D1O\/D12\/D14\/FLAG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3v no.8\/800\/1839\/1915\/U7\/2\/D22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5v: 295\/1289\/126\/481\/1215\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt would look great in the workshop, study, garage, and shed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/collectibles-souvenir-commemorative-advertising-merchandising\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eadvertising collectibles\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emetal signs\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Ever ready","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37049718800533,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC04147_55b5ba95-5090-4c90-94e5-1d1fbb000d22.jpg?v=1603712139"},{"product_id":"1950s-ever-ready-batteries-for-longer-life-advertising-metal-lithographed-tin-sign","title":"1950s Ever Ready Batteries For Longer Life Advertising Metal Lithographed Tin Sign","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"normal break-word mb-xs-2\" data-buy-box-listing-title=\"\" data-listing-id=\"721049619\"\u003e1950s Ever Ready Batteries For Longer Life Advertising Metal Lithographed Tin Sign\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fantastic small sign is a 1950s Ever Ready Batteries For Longer Life Advertising Metal Lithographed Tin Sign. It is based on the advert used by Ever Ready of the same period:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1950s Advert Ever Ready Batteries\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/1950s_advert_480x480.jpg?v=1627908028\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" width=\"140\" height=\"380\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is in fair used condition with some discolouration, paint loss, paint cracking, rust spots and scuffing commensurate with age and use as a shop counter display for batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 30.4cm (12″)\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 20cm (~ 8″)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed to display Zinc Carbide batteries:-\u003cbr\u003e1.5 v bulb test cells U1-U18 and D12\/14\u003cbr\u003e2.5v Bulb: test cells no.8\/800\/1839\/1915\u003cbr\u003e3.5v bulb: test batteries 295\/1289\/15\/126\/481\/1215\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso has an area for displaying the U2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt would look great in the workshop, study, garden, Man-cave and shed, or as an \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/collectibles-souvenir-commemorative-advertising-merchandising\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eadvertising collectible\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/product-category\/collectibles\/souvenir-commemorative-advertising-merchandising\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003efor those who love \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emetal signs\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Ever Ready","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37126566051989,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC04146_41c4c517-63b8-49ab-a2eb-e382f717801f.jpg?v=1604162552"},{"product_id":"vintage-bus-destination-blind-west-midlands-coventry-transport","title":"Vintage Bus Destination Blind West Midlands Coventry Transport","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVintage Bus Destination Blind West Midlands Coventry Transport\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Vintage Bus Destination Blind West Midlands Coventry Transport. A great addition to a collection or you could cut out the destination names, ROLLS ROYCE being one, and frame them for display or onward sale!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe destination names are an almost fluorescent yellow print on black paper. The width of the blind is approximately 80cm, and its about 5 metres long (the length hasn’t been measured accurately and is estimated). The rolled blind diameter is about 6cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes on its original wooden mounting dowel (approximately 2.2cm diameter and 98cm in length).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back of the blind is printed with Leyland National Vanguard Unit\/Nuneaton Contract. Printed by T. Norbury \u0026amp; Co. 01745 813020.\u003cbr\u003e{The Leyland National was a British single-decker bus manufactured between 1972 and 1985. It was developed as a joint project between two UK nationalised industries; the National Bus Company and British Leyland}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically, some of the outer laps of the blind are creased and soiled but most of the destination names, further into the roll, are in very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving the following destinations including Coventry, Rolls Royce, Birmingham and Warwick, within the Midlands, UK:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSorry Not in Service\u003cbr\u003eCity Centre via Stoney Stanton Rd\u003cbr\u003eWood End via Stoney Stanton Rd.\u003cbr\u003eErrnesford Grange via Walsgrave Hospital\u003cbr\u003eCourthouse Green\u003cbr\u003eSainsburys\u003cbr\u003eWalsgrave Hospital\u003cbr\u003eCoventry Railway Station\u003cbr\u003eRolls Royce\u003cbr\u003eBirmingham\u003cbr\u003eNuneaton\u003cbr\u003eCoventry\u003cbr\u003eBedworth\u003cbr\u003eNuneaton via Bedworth\u003cbr\u003eCollycroft\u003cbr\u003eLeaminton via Kenilworth \u0026amp; Warwick\u003cbr\u003eWarwick via Kenilworth\u003cbr\u003eCoventry via University of Warwick\u003cbr\u003eArley\u003cbr\u003eAttleborough\u003cbr\u003eBaddersley Ensor\u003cbr\u003eBirchley Heath\u003cbr\u003eBramcote\u003cbr\u003eBulkington\u003cbr\u003eCamp Hill\u003cbr\u003eGrove Farm\u003cbr\u003eHigham Lane School\u003cbr\u003eHinckley\u003cbr\u003eHolbrooks\u003cbr\u003eHokeston Grange\u003cbr\u003eHurley\u003cbr\u003eKeresley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/automobilia-aeronautica-nautical-railwayana-transport\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eautomobilia\/transport related products\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esignage.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Leyland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37288887189653,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC04937_ae6ead0b-21b5-47b7-9d7e-bc3c4da9ce30.jpg?v=1605460895"},{"product_id":"1940s-lincoln-city-pole-top-bus-stop-sign","title":"1940s Lincoln City Pole Top Bus Stop Sign","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1940s Lincoln City Pole Top Bus Stop Sign\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis great looking, and unusual shaped, transport sign is a cast aluminium 1940s Lincoln City Pole Top Bus Stop Sign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince this is a well known tourist area, (famous for its Mediaeval architecture, and beautiful Cathedral and Castle), the bus stops were a little fancier than normal signs. The red cross on the white background of the shield is based on the City of Lincoln’s coat of arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to the 1950s, this wonderful Bus Stop sign is double-sided with a spherical base where it attached to a pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are quite a few scuffs on the sign, and significant paint loss on one side, but generally it’s in pretty reasonable used condition. A very nice addition to a sign collection or an interesting garden feature!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth of Sign: 18.5cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight from base to top of the sign: 36cm\u003cbr\u003eInternal Base Diameter: 4.8cm\u003cbr\u003eExternal Base Diameter: 7cm\u003cbr\u003eThickness of Sign: 1.4cm\u003c\/p\u003e\nClick on the following links for more\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/automobilia-aeronautica-nautical-railwayana-transport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003etransport related\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003esignage products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/product-category\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Lincoln City","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37513108816021,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC05074_e6993e59-7ea8-4eec-9666-c10361e17e87.jpg?v=1728213314"},{"product_id":"framed-quad-hifi-1981-70th-anniversary-poster","title":"Framed Quad HiFi 1981 70th Anniversary Poster","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFramed Quad HiFi 1981 70th Anniversary Poster\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely large piece of artwork is a Framed Quad HiFi 1981 70th Anniversary Poster. Quad is the brand name for \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Acoustical Manufacturing Company\u003c\/em\u003e, Huntingdon, Cambridge, England.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depicts two items of Quad's popular HiFi equipment in shadow on the foreground, with sunlight rising over a planet's (Mars?) surface at the top of the poster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"70 years of the closest approach\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI assume that it's a subliminal message about Quad being futuristic in design and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 47cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 59cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth: 2.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is slight damage to the corners due to storage, otherwise it is in very good condition. The scuffs are not as evident on display and could probably be touched in with a wood stain pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nice large size for wall hanging in a music room or den.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos have been taken inside and outside. Apologies for the reflections, it proved very difficult to photograph!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage signage and posters.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37553970512021,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/IMG_0932_1_30d35da4-f906-4011-965d-d74607415459.jpg?v=1607352735"},{"product_id":"vintage-leeds-city-transport-lct-double-sided-bus-stop-sign","title":"Vintage Leeds City Transport LCT Double Sided Bus Stop Sign","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVintage Leeds City Transport LCT Double Sided Bus Stop Sign\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis nice looking original transport plaque is an aluminium Leeds City Transport LCT Double Sided Bus Stop Sign. It dates to the late 1960s\/early 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in the green, cream and black colour of the LCT brand, the crest has faded. There are quite a few scuffs on the sign, and significant paint loss particularly on one side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sign would have been mounted in landscape position. There are 4 screw holes on the top and bottom of the sign for the original mounting rails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very nice addition to a sign collection or an interesting garage wall feature!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth of Sign: 48.4 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 24 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nClick on the following links for more\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/automobilia-aeronautica-nautical-railwayana-transport\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003etransport related\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esignage products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/product-category\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Leeds City","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37968111730837,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC00400.jpg?v=1611149791"},{"product_id":"1950s-kodak-advertising-sign-lamp","title":"1950s Kodak Advertising Sign Lamp. Novel Industrial Design Retro Lighting","description":"\u003ch1 data-buy-box-listing-title=\"\" data-listing-id=\"701967497\" class=\"override-listing-title normal break-word mb-xs-2\"\u003e1950s Kodak Advertising Sign Lamp. Novel Industrial Design Retro Lighting\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-listing-id=\"701967497\" class=\"override-listing-title normal break-word mb-xs-2\"\u003e1950s Kodak Advertising Sign Lamp. Novel Industrial Design Retro Lighting would add a real 'wow' factor to your home.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large statement light which would have been hung from the ceiling in a shop or left to glow on a counter. It would make great accent lighting for those of us that love quirky lamps! Just check that your ceiling is capable of holding the weight! \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eApologies, but this lamp can only be shipped within Mainland UK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt hung in a Kent photographic specialist shop for many years. I bet there are not many lamps like this around, and in such good condition!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA four-sided trapezium shape, it is made from metal which has been carefully cleaned without removing the patina of age. The front contains a glass panel etched with the Kodak name and logo in their trademark colours of red, yellow and black. It sports a matching braided black\/red\/yellow flex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Dimensions:-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 79cm (2ft 7\")\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 28.5cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth: 21.5cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRemedial work undertaken:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRewired with complementary red\/black\/yellow flex: secured with a stainless steel bulkhead gland fitting and installation of an Earth.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal bakelite bulb holders replaced with quality solid brass fitments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitted with two, low energy, 9.5 watt Sylvania CFL bulbs (40W Tungsten filament equivalent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew CE marked black plug top fitted along with a 3A fuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable Appliance Testing undertaken (PAT): The lamp has been electrically tested using a flagship Seaward Europa Plus PAT tester, and passed the UK Portable Appliance Inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe images have been taken indoors and outdoors, with and without flash, hence the difference in colours between the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/vintage-antique-lamps-lighting\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage lighting.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Kodak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38207274221717,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/IMG_0298_21235c03-7e7d-41fb-923f-fe0ee2855057.jpg?v=1613755814"},{"product_id":"large-cotton-1950s-ekco-radio-appointed-dealer-radiolympia-exhibition-banner","title":"Large Cotton 1950s Ekco Radio Appointed Dealer Radiolympia Exhibition Banner","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLarge Cotton 1950s Ekco Radio Appointed Dealer Radiolympia Exhibition Banner\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderful piece of vintage marketing in the shape of a Large Cotton 1950s Ekco Radio Appointed Dealer Radiolympia Exhibition Banner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eapproximately\u003c\/span\u003e 2.22 metres (87 inches) x 1.52 metres (60 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was used in Radio Fairs and Exhibitions to advertise the Ekco radio stand. A real slice of vintage radio history. Allegedly, the sign was used at one of the Earl's Court Radiolympia shows during the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble sided, it is made of two layers of black and yellow cotton fabrics with contrasting red, yellow and black lettering machine stitched on to the banner. It would have been hung via the fitments, which include a thin rope and toggle running through one end of the banner and brass grommets at the other end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn pretty good condition, the fabric is thinning and frayed in some areas, and there are a few holes. The colours are still quite vivid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the sewing bees amongst you, it could easily be converted to a very novel duvet cover!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEKCO (\u003cstrong\u003eE\u003c\/strong\u003eric \u003cstrong\u003eK\u003c\/strong\u003eirkham \u003cstrong\u003eCo\u003c\/strong\u003ele Limited) was a British electronics company producing radio and television sets from 1924 until 1960. They were also famous for their round radios by designers such as Serge Chermayeff, Wells Coates and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-antique-radios-and-equipment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e radio related items.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ekco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39290175553685,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC01095_758c19b0-2999-4a1d-964b-656409471243.jpg?v=1614532641"},{"product_id":"vintage-brass-metal-chinese-dentist-sign-mounted-on-a-wood-base","title":"Vintage Brass Metal Chinese Dentist Sign Mounted on A Wood Base","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVintage Brass Metal Chinese Dentist Sign Mounted on A Wood Base\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very unusual, small, Vintage Brass Metal Chinese Dentist Sign Mounted on A Wood Base. The engraved brass is filled with both red and black ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase Width: 35.8 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 2.5 cm (1\")\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth: 17.7 cm (excluding hooks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good condition, with a few surface blemishes in the wood and brass, it advertises a dental practice in a mixture of Chinese and English script. The sign could be stripped and polished but we have left it as some customers prefer the original patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, I'm not able to read the Chinese script, engraved and overwritten with red ink, at the top of the brass plaque or that within the right to left sliding window in the bottom left hand corner. I assume the 'window' indicates the dentist's availability: in\/out \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe middle of the plaque is engraved and filled with black ink with the wording:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDentist \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOng Poo Yong\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely little curio for the home office, which has two brass hooks at the rear for wall mounting!\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esigns and artwork.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40533557706901,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/Vintage_Brass_Metal_Chinese_Dentist_Sign_Mounted_on_A_Wood_Base.jpg?v=1731672717"},{"product_id":"vintage-hans-schleger-style-london-green-line-bus-stop-request-sign","title":"Vintage Hans Schleger Style London Green Line Bus Stop Request Sign","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVintage Hans Schleger Style London Green Line Bus Stop Request Sign\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis nice looking original transport plaque is a ferrous metal Vintage Hans Schleger Style London Green Line Bus Stop Request Sign. It dates to the 1950s\/1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in the green, white, and black colours of the Green Line brand, it is in pretty good used condition. There are a few scuffs\/scratches on the sign, and the rear of the sign is rusty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe images were taken both in and outdoors, hence the differences in lighting\/shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very nice addition to a sign collection or an interesting garage wall feature!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth of Sign: 44.8 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 39cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combined Bus and Coach stop flag signs were introduced in the suburban and rural Green Line London bus and coach routes. They were set, horizontally, into a bronze frame. This particular single-sided sign forms one part of the bus flag. The roundel design is based on that introduced by Hans Schleger in the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\nClick on the following links for more\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/automobilia-aeronautica-nautical-railwayana-transport\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003etransport related\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esignage products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/product-category\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eWe also have a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/coins-tokens-medals-and-badges\/products\/green-line-bus-service-cap-badge\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGreen Line Cap badge \u003c\/a\u003efor sale.","brand":"London Green Line","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40656616784021,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC02407.jpg?v=1627122605"},{"product_id":"vintage-maltese-single-sided-metal-sign-for-used-bus-ticket-disposal","title":"Vintage Maltese Single Sided Metal Sign For Used Bus Ticket Disposal","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVintage Maltese Single Sided Metal Sign For Used Bus Ticket Disposal\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis nice looking small original transport plaque is a Vintage Maltese Single Sided Metal Sign For Used Bus Ticket Disposal, written in both English and Maltese.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWidth of Sign: 21 cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight: 22.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMetal sign with white face coat painted in black with the words:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eBox For Used Tickets\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eKaxxa Ghal Biljetti Wżati\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are a few scuffs on the sign, and some paint loss. The sign is rusty, particularly on the rear and the curled over metal mounting bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe sign would probably have been mounted over a flip top waste paper bin\/box for used tickets. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn unusual addition to a sign collection or an interesting garage wall feature!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClick on the following links for more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/automobilia-aeronautica-nautical-railwayana-transport\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/automobilia-aeronautica-nautical-railwayana-transport\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etransport related\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esignage products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/product-category\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/product-category\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Malta Buses","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43717062361345,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC05769_f96c93d1-bf19-47ac-8645-8bb66b58883a.jpg?v=1673974606"},{"product_id":"enamel-aldershot-district-traction-co-ltd-1960s-bus-stop-sign","title":"Enamel Aldershot \u0026 District Traction Co. Ltd 1960s Bus Stop Sign","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"normal break-word mb-xs-2\" data-buy-box-listing-title=\"\" data-listing-id=\"714787794\"\u003eEnamel Aldershot \u0026amp; District Traction Co. Ltd 1960s Bus Stop Sign\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis great looking bus stop sign came from the Aldershot \u0026amp; District Traction Co Ltd: although it isn’t marked with the name, it was bought by an ex-employee before we acquired it several years ago. It was part of my hubby’s collection but he has decided to part with it as he needs the space for another sign!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to the 1950s\/60s, this wonderful Bus Stop sign is double-sided with a flange and bracket.\u003cbr\u003eThere are a few scuffs to the enamel but generally its in very good condition. The steel fixing bracket\/steel edges have some corrosion\/rust but no splits or cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth 30.4cm (12″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 31.9 (12.5″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth (including fixing bracket): 6.4cm (2.5″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/automobilia-aeronautica-nautical-railwayana-transport\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e automobilia and transport ideas\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Aldershot Traction Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43798714188033,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/DSC04781_899fbd90-0c01-421b-b110-ba81be73b2f3.jpg?v=1678370916"},{"product_id":"1950s-walpamur-water-paint-advertising-sign","title":"1950s Walpamur Water Paint Advertising Sign \/ Paint Colour Chart","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1950s Walpamur Water Paint Advertising Sign \/ Paint Colour Chart\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis colourful piece of artwork is a 1950s Walpamur Water Paint Advertising Sign \/ Paint Colour Chart. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade by Walpamur Co Ltd., Darwen and London, in the late 1950s-mid 60s, before they were renamed Crown; the now famous decorating brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eComprising plastic over metal, mounted on cardboard, it is in good used condition with some scuffs, blemishes, and scratches. The colours are still quite vibrant. A lovely sign for the home office or garage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that it has no wall hanging fittings\/fitments.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate Size WHD: 44.8 x 42.5 x 0.4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe sign came from an old decorating shop, and was used as a shop point of sale merchandising tool where the customer ordered the paint based by the colour and number on the chart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is labelled:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWalpamur Water Paint\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBy appointment to Her Majesty The Queen Manufacturers of Paint. The Walpamur Co. Ltd, Darwen\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-signs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eartwork and signs.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Walpamur (Crown)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43933114040577,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/DSC06623_e60491e9-acd9-4f76-a0df-8abea0af4ff7.jpg?v=1726494630"},{"product_id":"1960s-luxol-enamel-paint-advertising-sign-paint-colour-chart","title":"1960s Luxol Enamel Paint Advertising Sign \/ Paint Colour Chart","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1950s Luxol Enamel Paint Advertising Sign \/ Paint Colour Chart\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis colourful piece of artwork is a 1950s Luxol Enamel Paint Advertising Sign \/ Paint Colour Chart. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade by British Paints Limited, Portland Road, Newcastle, in the late 1950s-mid 60s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eComprising plastic over metal, mounted on cardboard, it is in good used condition with some scuffs, blemishes, and scratches. The colours are still quite vibrant. A lovely sign for the home office or garage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that it has no wall hanging fittings\/fitments.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate Size WHD:  40 x 37.5 x 0.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe sign is labelled:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLuxol Enamel Paint\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA product of British Paints Limited\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe sign came from an old decorating shop, and was used as a shop point of sale merchandising tool where the customer ordered the paint based by the colour and number on the chart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn the 1920s, British Paints was based in Shieldfields and Gateshead before moving to a bigger premises at Portland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAfter WW2, British Paints started to move some operation overseas and is now a well known brand in Asia and Australasia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-signs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eartwork and signs.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"British Paints Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43953692344577,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/DSC06616_45a57a9d-6b94-4cee-ab58-7dbe6271cec6.jpg?v=1726494343"},{"product_id":"vintage-ipswich-green-double-sided-bus-stop-sign-in-aluminium","title":"Vintage Ipswich Green Double Sided Bus Stop Sign In Aluminium","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVintage Ipswich Green Double Sided Bus Stop Sign In Aluminium\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderful, rectangular, 'Fare Stage,' 1950s\/60s Vintage Ipswich Green Double Sided Bus Stop Sign in Aluminium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn pretty good used condition for its age. There are scuffs and scratches, and some discolouration on the aluminium metal tab where it would have been attached to the pole: (see image of the Lincoln bus with a similar sign visible at the top of the pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA very nice addition to a sign collection or an interesting garden feature!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax. Width of Sign: 33cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight from base to top of the sign: 23cm\u003cbr\u003eThickness of Sign: 0.3cm\u003c\/p\u003e\nClick on the following links for more\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/automobilia-aeronautica-nautical-railwayana-transport\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003etransport related\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esignage products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/product-category\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Ipswich","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44680281161985,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/DSC08788.jpg?v=1723650007"},{"product_id":"vintage-bus-passenger-information-metal-sign","title":"Vintage Bus Passenger Information Metal Sign","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eVintage Bus Passenger Information Metal Sign\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFound on the lower deck of a bus, this is an original Vintage Bus Passenger Information Metal Sign informing customers of the do's and don'ts whilst using the double decker bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eApproximate Size (WHD): 29.2 x 19.8 x 0.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn very good condition with a small bend at one of the corners with a few slight surface blemishes commensurate with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy favourite warning is 'No Standing In Upper Saloon', which is the seating area on the upper deck of a double decker bus. A very important piece of Health \u0026amp; Safety information due to a double decker bus having a low centre of gravity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following links for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-signs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage signs\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/automobilia\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etransport related collectibles. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNB: Tools and accessories seen in the images are not included in the sale\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45318225690881,"sku":"","price":24.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/DSC09417.jpg?v=1724860623"},{"product_id":"vintage-brass-business-name-plate-of-paterson-hughes-engineering-company-phec-copy","title":"Vintage Brass Business Name Plate Of Paterson Hughes Engineering Company (PHEC)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eVintage Brass Business Name Plate Of Paterson Hughes Engineering Company (PHEC)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small Vintage Brass Business Name Plate Of Paterson Hughes Engineering Company (PHEC) which could have been attached to one of their handling machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Paterson Hughes Engineering Company Limited, of 36 Charlotte Lane, Glasgow, (PHEC) were makers of industrial handling systems, for example, overhead travelling cranes for lifting containers at dockyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate Size: 21.6 x 7.7 x 0.4cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an aged patina, but in fairly good condition, I haven't been tempted to polish it. It would make a great addition to a sign collection, and act as a homage to industry!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-signs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003evintage signs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHEC Paterson Hughes Engineering Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45367933534465,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/DSC09611.jpg?v=1724164152"},{"product_id":"vintage-brass-instruction-sign-to-place-penny-in-the-slot-and-slide-knob","title":"Vintage Brass Instruction Sign To Place Penny In The Slot and Slide Knob","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVintage Brass Instruction Sign To Place Penny In The Slot and Slide Knob\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis very small Vintage Brass Instruction Sign To \u003cem\u003ePlace Penny In The Slot and Slide Knob \u003c\/em\u003ewould have been found Victorian times to pre-1970s on the door in public conveniences \/ lavatories. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn old penny would need to be placed in a slot on the toilet door to enable you to open the door and act as payment for entrance: (coin operated lock). Hence the phrase 'To spend a penny' as a euphemism for needing to use the loo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e  7.4cm x 6.2cm x 0.3cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIn pretty good condition it makes a nice piece of social history or \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-signs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esign \u003c\/a\u003efor the toilet door!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45401826722049,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/DSC09713.jpg?v=1721398627"},{"product_id":"1950s-dictograph-radio-shop-interior-metal-advertising-sign","title":"1950s Dictograph Radio Shop Interior Metal Advertising Sign","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1950s Dictograph Radio Shop Interior Metal Advertising Sign\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely piece of slim signage is a 1950s Dictograph Radio Shop Interior Metal Advertising Sign: a piece of radio\/broadcasting history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size WHD:\u003c\/strong\u003e  52 x 5 x 0.4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt would have been situated above a counter or screwed into a shelf in Radio\/TV shops etc. to publicise products manufactured by:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDictograph\u003c\/em\u003e Products Corporation International, NY, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from metal, it is in good used condition with some scuffs, blemishes, and scratches. It has four screw holes:- \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that it has no wall hanging fittings\/fitments.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe sign is labelled with the 1950s Dictograph Logo and 'DICTOGRAPH.' The rear is grey, and the black coated face is stuck on to the grey metal backing with the edge, logo and name picked out in a silver colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA lovely sign for the Office or \u003cem\u003eRadio Shack!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-signs\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eartwork and signs.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dictograph Products Corporation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45599593464065,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/DSC00182.jpg?v=1727002502"},{"product_id":"1975-the-unicorn-matchbox-lesney-miniature-heritage-british-inn-pub-sign","title":"1975 The Unicorn Matchbox Lesney Miniature Heritage British Inn Pub Sign","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1975 The Unicorn Matchbox Lesney Miniature Heritage British Inn Pub Sign \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very nice 1975 \u003cem\u003eThe Unicorn\u003c\/em\u003e Matchbox Lesney Miniature Heritage British Inn Pub Sign. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1975 Lesney (Matchbox) released a range of plated die cast metal Pub Signs. These hard to find emblems are clearly marked Lesney 1975 on the base. The range was very short lived due to lack of collector interest, making them quite scarce. This particular model is also in an early, plainer, box style complete with the original price of 59p! \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMeasuring ~60mm in height, there were 14 signs in the series to collect.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: The model is unused and undamaged. The outer cardboard blister pack has discoloured with age and is scuffed\/creased with tears on the corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Matchbox (made by Lesney, England) Heritage British Inn Signs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Diecast Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: The Unicorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: approximately 6.5cm height x 4.7cm base width (max.) and 2cm base depth (max)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/vintage-toys-and-games\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage toys and games.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matchbox\/ Lesney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45641011724545,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/1975_The_Unicorn_Matchbox_Lesney_Miniature_Heritage_British_Inn_Pub_Sign.jpg?v=1728376084"},{"product_id":"mousehole-kernow-atlantic-coasters-double-sided-bus-stop-sign","title":"Mousehole Kernow Atlantic Coasters Double Sided Bus Stop Sign","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMousehole Kernow Atlantic Coasters Double Sided Bus Stop Sign\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis highly colourful pre-used transport plaque is an aluminium Vintage Mousehole Kernow Atlantic Coasters Double Sided Bus Stop Sign. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size including mounting rails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth of Sign: 32.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 46.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the pink, teal and yellow colour of the Atlantic Coaster brand there are a few scuffs\/blemishes on the sign and some delamination. The vinyl looks to have been stuck over a previous 'First' bus stop sign: you can make out a phone number, some writing, and a bus schematic if you hold the sign near a light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sign would have been mounted vertically. There are 4 screw holes on the top and bottom of the sign with the original blue painted aluminium mounting rails. This is in fair condition with some loss of blue paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMousehole, (hence the mouse on the sign but actually pronounced 'Mauzel'), is a beautiful fishing village with a harbour in Cornwall (or \u003cem\u003eKernow\u003c\/em\u003e in the Cornish language), UK, and well worth a visit. It's famous for its Star Gazey Pie, so called as fish heads peer at you from the pastry topping... The Atlantic Coaster tends to operate during the Summer season and follows the coast line for some spectacular views and sightseeing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very nice addition to a sign collection or an interesting garage wall feature!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick on the following links for more\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/automobilia-aeronautica-nautical-railwayana-transport\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003etransport related\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esignage products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/product-category\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\"\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Coaster","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54941966565751,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/Mousehole_Kernow_Atlantic_Coasters_Double_Sided_Bus_Stop_Sign_1.jpg?v=1738842705"},{"product_id":"original-vintage-metal-garage-petrol-station-warning-sign-for-petroleum-spirit","title":"Original Vintage Metal Garage \/ Petrol Station Warning Sign For Petroleum Spirit","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOriginal Vintage Metal Garage \/ Petrol Station Warning Sign For Petroleum Spirit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great distressed, single sided, Original Vintage Metal Garage \/ Petrol Station Warning Sign For Petroleum Spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarked with\u003c\/strong\u003e:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePetroleum Spirit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eHighly Inflammable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eNo Smoking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eSwitch Off Engine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 45.7 cm (~18\")\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 38.2 cm (~15\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is rust, scuffs with some loss\/dulling of paint\/colour, but generally it’s in fair condition for a wall mounted sign that has hung, been propped up, and generally unloved for many years.  Someone has even painted \u003cem\u003eOut Of Order\u003c\/em\u003e on the opposite side of the sign- wish I knew what was out of order! The edges have some corrosion but no serious splits or cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sign has two small holes and two larger holes for wall mounting. Fixtures and fittings are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to about the 1960s, it would have hung on, for example, the outside of a petrol station, garage, workshop or possibly even on the wall of the car deck on a ferry .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have given the sign a gentle wash with soapy water to remove the surface dirt but not attempted to try to remove the rust. I actually quite like the patina as it is!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely sign for the collector or just to hang on your garage\/house wall!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Metal Sign\" href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage advertising and signs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55102992056695,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/Original_Vintage_Metal_Garage_Petrol_Station_Warning_Sign_For_Petroleum_Spirit.jpg?v=1744030891"},{"product_id":"original-vintage-metal-sign-advertising-electrical-installation-by-dennis-hunter","title":"Original Vintage Metal Sign Advertising Electrical Installation By Dennis Hunter","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOriginal Vintage Metal Sign Electrical Installation By Dennis Hunter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great looking, single sided, Original Vintage Metal Sign Advertising Electrical Installation By Dennis Hunter :-\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Marked with:-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElectrical Engineer\u003cbr\u003e203, Cavendish Road\u003cbr\u003eBispham\u003cbr\u003eBlackpool,\u003cbr\u003ePhone 52433,\u003cbr\u003eWith BICC Cables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth 30.4cm (12″)\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 31.9 (12.5″)\u003cbr\u003eDepth (including fixing bracket): 6.4cm (2.5″)\u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThere are a few scuffs and white paint flecks on the sign, and some loss\/dulling of paint\/colour, but generally it’s in fairly good condition for a wall mounted sign that has hung in a salty and windy seaside town. The edges have some corrosion and loss of paint\/colour but no splits or cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBICC refers to the company ‘\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/British_Insulated_Callender's_Cables\"\u003eBritish Insulated Callender’s Cables’\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efounded in 1945, becoming defunct in 2000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe company, Dennis Hunter, no longer appears to exist and the address is now a housing estate. Mr Hunter was probably sponsored to use BICC cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFixtures and fittings are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to about the 1950s, this wonderful company sign is single-sided. The photographs were taken outside and there are areas of dappled sunlight on the sign from the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have given the sign a gentle wash with soapy water to remove the surface dirt but not attempted to try to lift the engrained dirt\/paint flecks for risk of removing the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely sign for the collector, engineer or just to hang on your garage\/house wall!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullard-antiques-and-collectibles.myshopify.com\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" title=\"Metal Sign\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage advertising and signs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dennis Hunter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55591954940279,"sku":null,"price":96.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/products\/Original_Vintage_Metal_Sign_Advertising_Electrical_Installation_By_Dennis_Hunter_2.jpg?v=1731671096"},{"product_id":"duckhams-q-motor-oil-enamel-thermometer-metal-sign-by-burnham","title":"Duckhams Q Motor Oil Enamel Thermometer Metal Sign By Burnham","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDuckhams Q Motor Oil Enamel Thermometer Metal Sign By Burnham\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Duckhams Q Motor Oil Enamel Thermometer Metal Sign By Burnham has been cut down from a larger sign advertising Duckhams Motor oil. The price has been adjusted accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 20cm (8\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth: 1.4cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 51cm (1ft 8\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sign, dating to the 1960s\/70s, is in fairly good condition, with some rust and marks particularly on the rear and edges. The yellow colour is still quite vibrant with a few dirt marks, which haven't been removed with a gentle clean: I didn't want to risk removing the enamel using a more rigorous cleaner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, the sign no longer has the accompanying mercury filled thermometer, (which are now illegal to sell and ship), but a safer replacement thermometer (~40cm length) can still be acquired: (see suggestion shown in the attached image- accessories are not included).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely sign for kitchen, garage, garden or office!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage signage.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Burnham","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56174319501687,"sku":null,"price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/Duckhams_Q_Motor_Oil_Enamel_Thermometer_Metal_Sign_By_Burnham_1.png?v=1763047084"},{"product_id":"metal-classic-car-art-wall-sign-with-orange-bodywork-2ft-4-width-with-3d-effect-body","title":"Metal Classic Car Art Wall Sign With Orange Bodywork. 2ft 4\" Width With 3D Effect Body","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMetal Classic Car Art Wall Sign With Orange Bodywork. 2ft 4\" Width With 3D Effect Body\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very unusual, preowned, Metal Classic Car Art Wall Sign With Orange Bodywork. 2ft 4\" Width With 3D Effect Body in the style of a 1930s \u003cem\u003eBuick Mclaughlin Series 40.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSporting a snazzy Orange bodywork, black tyres and chrome bumpers, running plates and wing mirrors, this would look great on a garage or office wall. In pretty good, slightly distressed, condition with a few surface blemishes commensurate with age and display.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has two hanging points at the rear which enable it to be displayed with the body horizontal rather than at an angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sign attempts a 3D-effect with some of the body parts standing very slightly proud of the rest of the car to a maximum of ~ 2.5cm. The rear is plain grey\/black uncoated metallic rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e72cm (2ft 4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e37cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click on the following link for more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/collections\/artwork-signs-posters-prints-postcards-photographs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evintage artwork and signs.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eNB: As this is above the max. length of 61cm for shipping via Royal Mail, it will be sent via another courier at a higher than usual cost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eAccessories shown are for photographic purposes only and are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56918408003959,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/files\/Metallic_Classic_Car_Art_3D_Effect_2ft_4_Wall_Sign_With_Orange_Bodywork.jpg?v=1774114867"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0303\/5122\/8972\/collections\/DSC00073.jpg?v=1728636551","url":"https:\/\/mullardantiques.co.uk\/en-us\/collections\/vintage-signs.oembed","provider":"Mullard Antiques and Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}