February 24 & 25, 2024 Automobiliana, Petroliana and Railroadriana - Las Vegas
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/24/2024
DSP. A very desirable example of this double sided porcelain sign from Nash featuring the iconic company colors and shield logo with the "Lafayette" personalized attachment and nice steel bracket. CONDITION: Side 1 retains nice gloss and distinct shelving in the field. The gloss has a slight chalky finish, but still presents nicely. There are a few surface scratches and small isolated pings to the porcelain in the field. The outer edges show minor porcelain wear and light chipping in areas (Score 88). The Lafayette attachment sign has good gloss, and shows porcelain chipping around the mounting holes and in the tip of the first "A" (Score 85). Side 2 shows good shine and color as well. There is some slight chalking and dullness to the gloss in a few areas. The field of the sign remains chip free, and the outer edges show the lightest areas of wear and minor porcelain loss (Score 91). The Lafayette attachment sign has good gloss and color. There is porcelain loss around the mounting holes, as well as, a small chip in the second "T" and porcelain loss in the bottom right corner (Score 84). This sign comes with a nicely made steel bracket and the hardware to hang. A desirable and eye-catching piece.
Condition: (SCORE VARIOUS).
Item Dimensions: Sign: 36" x 22".