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Vintage United States Post Office Department Enamel Advertising Sign

About the Item

This vintage metal sign has no maker's marks, but presumed to have originated from the United States and dates to approximately 1976 and done in a traditional American Colonial style. The sign is done on heavy metal stock with brass grommets and deep blue and white enamel or porcelain. The sign was presumed to have been made as a Bi Centennial tribute to the United States Postal Department and depicts Paul Revere on horseback with a star on each corner within the border. The sign is in new/old stock condition showing no chips or scratches to the front or back.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 0.13 in (3.31 mm)
  • Style:
    American Colonial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Cut Steel,Enameled,Machine-Made
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1976
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. No damage identified, but may be some light surface wear to some edges as presented in the photos, and consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hamilton, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1355238756042
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