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A large double-element neon sign advertising Royal Loans, built with both neon tubing and a surrounding field of incandescent marquee … Read more A large double-element neon sign advertising Royal Loans, built with both neon tubing and a surrounding field of incandescent marquee bulbs. The black porcelain face is lettered "ROYAL" in white neon and "LOANS" in bold blue neon, giving it strong nighttime visibility. The perimeter is lined with a cascade of glowing bulbs, creating a dynamic presence typical of pawn and loan businesses in mid-century American cities. Signs like this once lit up downtown districts, serving as beacons for accessible credit and collateral-based lending. Today, they survive as striking examples of Americana and urban neon history. See less
- Dimensions
- 60ʺW × 6ʺD × 48ʺH
- Styles
- Americana
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Neon
- Condition
- Restored, Needs Restoration
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- The porcelain enamel field shows areas of chipping, surface rust, and edge wear, all consistent with long-term outdoor display. Neon … moreThe porcelain enamel field shows areas of chipping, surface rust, and edge wear, all consistent with long-term outdoor display. Neon tubes and marquee sockets remain intact, and the sign has been mounted in a supportive wooden shipping/display frame for protection. less
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