Hesmond – XXL French place-name sign – 118 × 40 cm – Vintage traffic sign - Enamel sign - Aluminium
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Description from the seller
Very large French town sign bearing the place name “HESMOND”, made in the classic French road-sign style.
The sign has a white background with large dark-blue lettering and a prominent red diagonal stripe. This red stripe indicates that you are leaving the built-up area of Hesmond.
According to the information available, the sign is from France and bears a date marking from 1967.
The sign is an impressive size and has a robust appearance. The clear signs of age and use give it a distinctive industrial look.
Features:
* Inscription: HESMOND
* Origin: France
* Type: Town sign / End of built-up area
* Material: Metal
* Width: 118 cm
* Height: 40 cm
* Weight: Approx. 15 kg
* Period: Believed to be from the 1960s
* Date marking: 1967, according to the seller
* Colors: White, dark blue, and red
Condition:
The sign is in used condition, with clear signs of age, including rust, damage to the finish, scratches, and discoloration. These are visible in the photos.
An impressive collectible for enthusiasts of French road-sign history, vintage town signs, and industrial decor.
Perfect for a garage, man cave, café, restaurant, or collection of historical road signs.
Please examine the photos carefully to get a good impression of its condition.
Shipping: Due to its large size and weight, the sign will be packed with extra care. The shipping costs reflect this.
Very large French town sign bearing the place name “HESMOND”, made in the classic French road-sign style.
The sign has a white background with large dark-blue lettering and a prominent red diagonal stripe. This red stripe indicates that you are leaving the built-up area of Hesmond.
According to the information available, the sign is from France and bears a date marking from 1967.
The sign is an impressive size and has a robust appearance. The clear signs of age and use give it a distinctive industrial look.
Features:
* Inscription: HESMOND
* Origin: France
* Type: Town sign / End of built-up area
* Material: Metal
* Width: 118 cm
* Height: 40 cm
* Weight: Approx. 15 kg
* Period: Believed to be from the 1960s
* Date marking: 1967, according to the seller
* Colors: White, dark blue, and red
Condition:
The sign is in used condition, with clear signs of age, including rust, damage to the finish, scratches, and discoloration. These are visible in the photos.
An impressive collectible for enthusiasts of French road-sign history, vintage town signs, and industrial decor.
Perfect for a garage, man cave, café, restaurant, or collection of historical road signs.
Please examine the photos carefully to get a good impression of its condition.
Shipping: Due to its large size and weight, the sign will be packed with extra care. The shipping costs reflect this.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title
Hesmond – XXL French place-name sign – 118 × 40 cm – Vintage traffic sign
Country of origin
France
Material
Aluminium
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
40 cm
Width
118 cm
Weight
15 kg
Estimated period
1960-1970
Qualification
Original/official
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