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Offered here is a vintage metal advertising sign for Eagle Iron Works of Des Moines, Iowa, U.S.A.
Featuring bold silver lettering against a rich blue background, this rectangular sign has a classic industrial appearance. Six pre-drilled mounting holes make it suitable for display in a workshop, garage, office, or collection of vintage industrial memorabilia.
Eagle Iron Works was founded in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1872 by brothers George and Lawrence Aulmann. The company began as a blacksmith and ironworks business before becoming an established manufacturer of mining, construction, and aggregate-processing equipment.
This sign is an interesting piece of memorabilia associated with a longstanding American industrial company.
Item Details
· Company: Eagle Iron Works
· Location: Des Moines, Iowa, U.S.A.
· Type: Vintage metal company sign
· Size: Approximately 17 x 5 inches
· Colors: Blue and silver
· Material: Metal
· Six mounting holes
· Age: Exact manufacturing date unknown
· Original vintage item from the Chuck Olson Collection
Condition
Good vintage condition with visible surface scratches, scuffs, and handling wear on the front and reverse. The blue background and silver lettering remain attractive and clearly legible. There is additional light wear along the edges and around the mounting holes.
Please review all photographs carefully for condition details.
From the Chuck Olson Collection
This sign comes from the Chuck Olson Collection, an extensive collection of vintage advertising, signs, prints, and memorabilia assembled over more than 40 years.
Chuck traveled throughout the United States collecting interesting examples of American advertising and industrial history.
Shipping
The sign will be carefully packaged for safe shipment.
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