How can I tell if a bike is vintage?

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To tell if a bicycle is vintage, first look for a serial number or manufacturer's label. If you locate one or both, use the information as the basis for online research. Also, examine the parts. If you see a friction shifter, your bike was likely made before 1984. Suspension forks usually indicate a manufacturing date of 1990 or later. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage bicycles.

1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sports Equipment and Memora...

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Leather

Women's Leather- Covered Bicycle Natural

$5,060 / item

Rare Ascari Copper Custom Bicycle

By Ascari

Located in Brooklyn, NY

is an Italian manufacturer whose tubing is often used for customer bicycles, known for high

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21st Century and Contemporary American More Furniture and Collectibles

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Copper

Rare Ascari Copper Custom Bicycle

$9,900

White Wicker Bicycle Plant Stand

Located in Bradenton, FL

A small white wicker plant stand in the shape of a bicycle. A round plant holder is positioned

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Late 20th Century Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

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Wicker, Rattan

White Wicker Bicycle Plant Stand

$225

Continental Wicker Bicycle, circa 1960s

Located in San Francisco, CA

Very unusual whimsical Continental (Italian or French). The frame, handlebars, forks, etc., are wicker wrapped. Vinyl seat, package rack, chain guard and headlight with generator. Gr...

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