There are not many differences between the vintage signs for sale that were made before WWII and the ones that were made afterwards. The main difference between the two is the type of metal used. After the war the steel sign technique became too expensive to make and manufacturers changed to tin. Recently, companies have begun to build replicas of signage from seventy years ago.
The holes in the corners serve to age the sign as well as give the owner a means of hanging it for display. A sign made prior to world war-II will be made of twenty four gage steel and the enamel and porcelain finish will appear as bright and glossy as the day it was made. After the war was over companies changed to less expensive metal for the signs and continued the enamel and porcelain paint and finish to keep the eye popping colors in the ads.
Highly sought after campaigns generally are automobile related. These are well known products that have been around long enough to have created a lot of acceptable merchandise. Ford and Chevy are two of the most sought after vehicles that have metal signage that is collectible. Another popular line is coca cola. This was especially true after they introduced the Santa Clause campaign that became so popular and was the beginning of the plump, jolly Santa we know today.
Vintage signs can be made of nearly anything that can be written on or displayed. There are examples in glass, neon, wood and metal. The artistry that is demonstrated in many of the different motifs can be amazing. The pallets that were used included push plates for doors and hangings for walls made of glass or metal.
Most collectors do not mind if the piece they purchased is a reproduction or authentic. The main goal is how it looks on the wall when added to the decor that is already in place. Many feel that even though the advertising industry no longer uses this format for ads, their charm will always remind us of simpler times that have gone past.
When you are looking for treasures in the form of a metal sign some of the best places to look are yard sales, thrift stores and flea markets. There is always a chance that you will find something of value in any of these locations. Some of the merchandise can be authenticated and shown to be valuable.
An old fashioned country store can be one of your best places to find hidden treasure. Many times there are old signs nailed to a wall in or outside the shop that are there because nobody has bothered to take them down. They may be for sale if you ask the right person and offer to take them down.
When collecting vintage signs for sale you have a lot of choices of how you collect. You can gather everything you can find on one type of item or one name brand. Another method is to collect anything that appeals to you at the moment so long as your budget and wall space can support the new item you choose.
The holes in the corners serve to age the sign as well as give the owner a means of hanging it for display. A sign made prior to world war-II will be made of twenty four gage steel and the enamel and porcelain finish will appear as bright and glossy as the day it was made. After the war was over companies changed to less expensive metal for the signs and continued the enamel and porcelain paint and finish to keep the eye popping colors in the ads.
Highly sought after campaigns generally are automobile related. These are well known products that have been around long enough to have created a lot of acceptable merchandise. Ford and Chevy are two of the most sought after vehicles that have metal signage that is collectible. Another popular line is coca cola. This was especially true after they introduced the Santa Clause campaign that became so popular and was the beginning of the plump, jolly Santa we know today.
Vintage signs can be made of nearly anything that can be written on or displayed. There are examples in glass, neon, wood and metal. The artistry that is demonstrated in many of the different motifs can be amazing. The pallets that were used included push plates for doors and hangings for walls made of glass or metal.
Most collectors do not mind if the piece they purchased is a reproduction or authentic. The main goal is how it looks on the wall when added to the decor that is already in place. Many feel that even though the advertising industry no longer uses this format for ads, their charm will always remind us of simpler times that have gone past.
When you are looking for treasures in the form of a metal sign some of the best places to look are yard sales, thrift stores and flea markets. There is always a chance that you will find something of value in any of these locations. Some of the merchandise can be authenticated and shown to be valuable.
An old fashioned country store can be one of your best places to find hidden treasure. Many times there are old signs nailed to a wall in or outside the shop that are there because nobody has bothered to take them down. They may be for sale if you ask the right person and offer to take them down.
When collecting vintage signs for sale you have a lot of choices of how you collect. You can gather everything you can find on one type of item or one name brand. Another method is to collect anything that appeals to you at the moment so long as your budget and wall space can support the new item you choose.
