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Enameled Steel Sign For "Tourist Fruit Room"

$1,600
£1,223.29
€1,408.98
CA$2,242.09
A$2,503.08
CHF 1,311.58
MX$30,640.20
NOK 16,657.05
SEK 15,705.49
DKK 10,515.34
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About the Item

Great Vintage Enameled Steel Trade Sign For "Tourist Fruit Room." Of course! This is a period enameled steel plaque from the RMS QUEEN ELIZABETH, 1946 - 1969, marking the refrigerated room where fruit baskets were stored for tourists going ashore on picnics at their various ports of call. Unique! A great eye-catching period sign in good-as-expected condition while unmistakably showing its age. The enamel surface has chipped away around the fastening screw holes and at a few other spots around the edges, only adding to the period look. Measures: 9 in H x 20 in W x 1/8 in Thick
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 0.13 in (3.31 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Steel,Enameled,Painted
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1946 - 1969
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Nantucket, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AD - 292-96 VHV1stDibs: LU903944672862

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