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1981 California Highway Lodging Sign

$2,800
£2,116.45
€2,432.18
CA$3,898.98
A$4,337.46
CHF 2,273.75
MX$53,002.68
NOK 28,953.37
SEK 27,255.59
DKK 18,155.31
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About the Item

Massive vintage California lodging sign. Large blue sign with white lettering and white trim. Letters and trim have reflective pieces. Great coloring and condition. Fantastic piece of west coast ephemera. Backside is stamped "CA - 81" and "PROPERTY OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA." A few reflective pieces missing. Very cool, unusual sign from the 1980's.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 60 in (152.4 cm)Width: 17.88 in (45.42 cm)Depth: 1.44 in (3.66 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1981
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1853317787762

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