Lot 0122

Please Pay When Served Sign, C 1940

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Item Details

Description

Title: PLEASE PAY WHEN SERVED sign, c. 1940

Date: c. 1940

Dimensions: 11 w x 7 h

Bold scrolled graphics. On cardboard.

No Reserve:
This lot starts at $1 and has no reserve as a courtesy so that collectors can determine the true market value on this authentic item.

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