Antique Imperial Ice Cream Embossed Tin Sign oneil Trade signs were figural representations

Trade signs were figural representations of a particular service that could be easily identified during a time when many people never had the opportunity to learn how to read or write and used symbols in place of words

These two pieces both feature stenciled lettering that gives us their name and origin

the largest key manufacturer in the country before being bought out by a former employees more successful company in 1950

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Antique Imperial Ice Cream Embossed Tin Sign oneil Trade signs were figural representationsc. 1910s 1920s; Imperial Ice Cream Co. Huntington, WV Antique painted and embossed tin ice cream advertising sign. This piece advertises Imperial, a long forgotten brand of ice cream once manufactured in West Virginia. The sign features embossed, black lettering across its yellow backdrop. Exhibits moderate signs of wear including dents and rust. 20" W x 13. 75" H Please refer to photos regarding condition. For more information regarding delivery of