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A Rare Interesting Collection of 24 Oil Painted Advertising Tag Signs
Which once were on display in a restaurant in Hawthorne, FloridaPast
We had posted images of these on FloridaPast.com Facebook, and had no input as to which restaurant had these hanging.
If you know, we would Love to hear from you.
Either way, they are Rare Examples of FloridaPast.
"Paintings are by Francis Moore" a Folk Art Painter from Hawthorne.
More about Francis Moore below.
You can control the slide show, by using arrows, play or pause.
Click this line to learn more about Francis Read Moore Florida Folk Artist: Primitive Paintings and Photos of a Time and Place in North Central Florida.
Click this line to view published book - "Francis lived almost his entire life in Hawthorne, Florida. Photographs kept by his family in an old fifty-pound lard can were the inspiration and guides for his paintings."
Click this line to view published book - "Francis lived almost his entire life in Hawthorne, Florida. Photographs kept by his family in an old fifty-pound lard can were the inspiration and guides for his paintings."
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CONDITIONS; Vary from Good to Excellent.
Surfaced cleaned only. They can use some elbow grease. I leave that to you. Do expect some wears/dings/soiling/stains etc., but Nothing serious. None are bent or abused. EACH MEASURE; 12" x 6" FP #246 PRICE; $2,200.00 S/H/I/DC; (FREE IN U.S.) |
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1941 EXIDE BATTERIES Sign
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 showing another angle of this Great Original piece of FloridaPast CONDITION; 6-7- (white paint is flakey, surface rust)
MEASURES; 57" x 20" FL #158 PRICE; $975.00 S/H; $55.00 includes proper insurance |
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From the House of Lance
Original Old Small Wide Mouthed Counter Jar
from Bushnell, Sumter County, Florida
Embossed Lance twice on bottom.
We tried our best to get accurate photos. Everything is pretty close, except the color hues of the lid, which are a darker hue than shown in images. Jar is in Fantastic Condition. Showing minimal signs of use. You'll also receive the original receipt shown in images. __________ MEASURES; Apx. 8 1/2" x 7 1/4" Apx. 6 1/2" High, not including lid Mouth Opening Diameter 7 1/2" CONDITION; 8+9 No damage! FP #316 PRICE; $165.00 S/H/I; $FREE IN U.S. |
Boco Service Center - H.E. Barthilemy Bushnell
Original Heavy Steel Lid, Marked LANCE
note that handle/knob was changed. Has been repainted sometime in it's life. 
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RARE SIX GUN TERRITORY - IRON SILHOUETTE COCA-COLA BOTTLE SIGN
Designed and created, keeping the theme of the Old West
Unique and Rare
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The Coke Bottle is Thirteen Inches Tall
Lacks a curly q on bottom
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As far as we know, this is the Only Example of this sign known.
It once hung proudly at Six Gun Territory, Ocala, FloridaPast. Unfortunately when they demolished Six Gun, there was no care taken in preserving much of the items. This sign was actually slated for the scrap pile. Until someone who had Care, pulled it. And then I came along and purchased. As you can see, it's been abused, bent, rusted, lacking a curly Q or two, etc. Since it's the only one known, condition now becomes a fleeting secondary thought. Meaning condition doesn't really matter. And if it does, no problem, there are plenty of Metal Workers who can restore this back to it's original state. We've always kept things as found. Except maybe for washing/cleaning. |
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MEASURES APX.; 14 1/2" top/bottom
including hang loop it should be 13" diameter, but since it's bent, it varies depending. The Coke bottle is 13" high. The iron stock is 1 1/2" wide - 3/16" thick CONDITION; 4-5 [as is, as shown] FP #302 PRICE; $2,075.00 S/H/I; $50.00 |
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"RARE FLORIDA PAST FIND"Original Unused 1922 RE-CU-MA
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Showing the backside of this Rare piece 3-Dimensional Look, Die-Cut Easel Back
and this accompanying sign, both from Jacksonville, FloridaPast  RE-CU-MA FOR THE BLOOD
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W.R. GRACE & CO. DAVISON CHEMICAL DIVISION
ORIGINAL PRESSED STEEL RAIN GAUGE, WITH GLASS TUBE, AND ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION SHEET
Front view, with instruction sheet rolled, which was in glass tube
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Backside view with original instruction sheet
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MEASURES APX; 4 1/4" high - 4 1/2" + wide
CONDITION; 8+ [has various age/storage wrath, as does the instruction sheet. Nothing too serious] FP#249 PRICE; $SOLD S/H; $7.50 includes insurance/delivery confirmation |
Made of a Heavy Gauge Pressed Steel. Hasn't been used. Has the original glass rain tube, and the instruction sheet was rolled inside the tube. The aluminum gauge wheel turns freely and nicely.
From an era, when Pesticides, Insecticides and Fertilizers, were used freely, without concerns for the environment. More often than not, these were used, and when found, show the wrath of the elements. So it's Nice to have one that hasn't been used. |
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OLD FIVE O'CLOCK CLUB
Miami Beach
Mini Pocket Knife U.S.A. Made
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Measures; 3" entirely opened
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Original 1930s GULF Gas-Oil
Employee Uniform or Hat Patch
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This patch was found with other Service Station items, that came from the Ocala Florida Area. It Is Original 1930s era. |
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Measures; apx. 2 3/4" diameter
Condition; 8++ (Unused) FL#202 Price; $25.00 Shipping; $3.50 |
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Original Old SPUR Gasoline Employee Uniform Patch
From a Sumter County defunct Service Station
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Measures; apx. 4" x 1"
Condition; 8- [Used but not abused] FP #313 Price; $25.00 Shipping; $3.50 |
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From Bushnell Florida Area
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Old Steel FloridaPast Roadside Construction Sandwich Sign
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MEASURES;
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RARE OVER-SEA UNUSED TOOTHPICK BOX
CONDITION; 8+ - 9 [shows age browning]
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Showing Entire Unfolded box here
Consolidated Grocery Co.
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RARE OLD DAVIS & JORDAN
Orlando, FloridaPast 12" Wooden Advertising Ruler
ICE CREAM - "THAT'S OUR BUSINESS"
Hot Drinks All Through The Winter
ICE CREAM "THAT'S OUR BUSINESS" - HOT DRINKS ALL THROUGH THE WINTER
in very small impressed printing, the maker of this Great Ruler, Coml. L. & P. Co., Savannah
Ice Cream Fruit Ices, Etc. Fine Chocolates and Bon Bons Mixtures and Penny Goods - We Deliver Ice Cream, Etc. Phone 201
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CONDITION; 8 (SOLID, No breaks. Shows age/use soling/stains etc.)
MEASURES 12" long... No kidding, 12" long FP #276 PRICE; $69.00 S/H/I; $5.50 |
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Nice Vintage 12 inch, painted wood advertising ruler with Plant Guide
From The MANATEE SEED & SOD CO. - St. Petersburg
Indoor Plants, Fertilizers - Insecticides - Everything for the Garden
The color in reality, is a Bright Vivid Yellow
A Wonderful Plant Guide to Guide you through your' Gardening
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CONDITION; 8 (SOLID, No breaks. Shows age/use soling/stains slight paint chipping on edge mostly, etc.)
MEASURES 12" long... No kidding, this ruler is also 12" long FP #277 PRICE; $19.00 S/H/; $5.50 |
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Nice Old Wooden 12" Advertising Ruler from
Independent Life & Accident Insurance Co. Jacksonville, FloridaPast
IT'S A GOOD RULE TO INSURE WITH - INDEPENDENT LIFE & ACCIDENT INSURANCE CO. - HOME OFFICE, JACKSONVILLE
With Handy Guides on the backside - Liquid Measure, Avoirdupois Weight - Linear Measure - Square Measure
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CONDITION; 8 (SOLID, No breaks. Shows age/use soling/stains slight paint chipping on edge mostly, etc.)
MEASURES 12" long... No kidding, this ruler is also 12" long FP #278 PRICE; $19.00 S/H; $5.50 |
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Rare Old Royal Crown Bottlers, of Orlando, FloridaPast, Advertising Ruler
FOR SALE ON SodaPopBottles.com - CLICK RULER TO VISIT
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WENATCHEE WENOK A GROWERS
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____________________Seald-Sweet Zippo Knife - Money Clip
Another Fantastic FloridaPast Find
FLORIGOLD - INDIAN RIVER Vintage Zippo Combination Pocket Knife and Money Clip. As shown, in it's Original Box This is a Beauty
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 This shows the backside Opposite Side has enamelled impressions of a golf chart
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 Showing the bottom markings Howard, Fine Quality Automatic - Service Lighter Inc.
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Seald-Sweet Florigold
Zippo Pocket Knife
FLORIDA'S FINEST - NATURALLY
For the Executive Collector of FloridaPast Citrus History
or
for the gotta have ZIPPO People
CONDITION; 9+ (box has minor blemishes)
MEASURES 5 1/4" opened tip-tip
FL #154
PRICE; $150.00
S/H; $5.50 inclds. ins./dc
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Seald Sweet FLORIGOLD Zippo Lighter
INDIAN RIVER
Nice Quality and Vintage Zippo Fluid Flint Flip Top Lighter
Unused, in it's original box with original paperwork
Nice Quality and Vintage Zippo Fluid Flint Flip Top Lighter
Unused, in it's original box with original paperwork
A glimpse of the underside
MEASURES; standard size
CONDITION; 9+ (box has minor flaws)
FL #152
PRICE; $150.00
S/H; $5.50 inclds ins./dc.
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1965 INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
State Tractor & Equip. Co.
ORLANDO - JACKSONVILLE - OCALA
used slim zippo lighter
 Front shown - closed position |
 SHOWING IN OPEN POSITION |
showing flip & under sides
Obviously used, not abused. Lid has play, does close. Though not with the usual Zippo Snap.
Still, a nice lighter, piece of FloridaPast history!
MEASURES; 2/14 x 1 1/4"
CONDITION; 7
FL #175
PRICE; $SOLD
S/H; $4.50
Still, a nice lighter, piece of FloridaPast history!
MEASURES; 2/14 x 1 1/4"
CONDITION; 7
FL #175
PRICE; $SOLD
S/H; $4.50
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OLD J.J. LASTUSKA CO. - TAMPA 9. FLA.
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This is a Cool & Scarce, FloridaPast Find CHUNKY LUCITE - UN-COMMON FIND MEASURES; 2 3/4" x 1/2" Thick
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Florida Zippo 2000 XVI "J" Series
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Nice Clean, ready to fill with fluid and use.
Though slightly used, hasn't been abused. Still retains Vivid Strong Colors, and Nice Satin Finish. MEASURES; 2 1/8" X 1 3/8" CONDITION; 9 FL #228 PRICE; $SOLD S/H; $4.50 |
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Southern Printing Company - Lake County - Eustis FloridaPast
Heavy Gauge, Pressed Steel, Magnetic Strip Back, Hanging Advertising Clip
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MEASURES; apx. 2 1/4" x 2"
CONDITION; 8 FP #247 PRICE; $24.95 S/H; $FREE within the U.S. only |
A Wonderful example of a FloridaPast Company, Advertising Bill/Paper Clip. Which can still be used today. It has a Nice Tight Grip, and the two magnetic strips still have some grip. Or you can hang from the factory hang hole.
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GEORGE & GLADY'S BAR-B-QUE
Highway 301, Dade City
Fun Florida Past Toothpick Case
 Even the Names say, Back in the Day! MEASURES; 3"+
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 Still contains the original toothpicks  Since 1957 - Service with a Smile - One can only imagine now.... |
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Another George & Glady's Bar-B-Que Give-Away Premium
Highway 301 - 5 Miles North of Dade City, FloridaPast
Nice Vintage Manicure Set, in it's Original Vinyl Case
Four Piece Manicure Set
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Imitation tortoise shell plastic
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MEASURES; 4" {measuring the case, bottom to top}
CONDITION; 8 [Unused, shows some age] FP #280 PRICE; $12.00 S/H; $4.00 |
The Vinyl is all Good - Has slight soiling etc.
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1950's GARNER'S RESTAURANT
Leesburg, FloridaPast
Pocket Comb Give-Away Premium.
For those Duck Tail Moments. It's Never been used.
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MEASURES; 4 1/4"
CONDITION; 9 FL #224 PRICE; $12.00 S/H; $FREE IN THE U.S. |
Impressed with gold letterings
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Art Deco Advertising Mirror
INVERNESS, FloridaPast
PENINSULAR ABSTRACT CO.
Actual color photograph of a FloridaPast Beach-Baby
 It's a Very Pretty Mirror - As you know, mirrors are one of the hardest items to photograph. If you need other photos of this Beauty, just contact us. Will be Happy to send to you |
Beautiful Large Mirror, original back. Has the expected mirror blemishes from the glue and Father time. Only adding to it's character.
MEASURES; 22" x 12" CONDITION; 7-8 {has blemishes, very minor corner dings, not bad} PRICE; $85.00 S/H/I; $25.00 FL #163 |
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OLD TIN NOTARY PUBLIC SIGN - ORLANDO FLORIDA
A beautiful little sign. Tin with crimped beveled edges, over chipboard back. Ready to hang.
MEASURES 9" x 6 1/2"
CONDITION 9
FL #03
PRICE; $SOLD
S/H; $7.50
MEASURES 9" x 6 1/2"
CONDITION 9
FL #03
PRICE; $SOLD
S/H; $7.50
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VINTAGE FRAMED CANN'S LUMBER COMPANY
FELLSMERE, FLORIDA
TIED BAMBOO ROLL-UP WALL HANGER
This is a Beautiful Hand Painted Wall Hanging Advertisment.
Depicting a Serene Country Scene. Quiet and Peaceful, on a moon-lit snowy nite. Still has original hang string.
Already framed in a wood frame.
(*if it's your desire to have the roll-up without the frame, let us know, as shipping will be less)
OVER-ALL IN FRAME MEASUREMENT; 16 3/4" x 11"
THE PAINTING MEASURES; 14 1/2" x 8"
CONDITION; 8++ 9
FL #04
PRICE; $49.95
S/H; $15.50*
Depicting a Serene Country Scene. Quiet and Peaceful, on a moon-lit snowy nite. Still has original hang string.
Already framed in a wood frame.
(*if it's your desire to have the roll-up without the frame, let us know, as shipping will be less)
OVER-ALL IN FRAME MEASUREMENT; 16 3/4" x 11"
THE PAINTING MEASURES; 14 1/2" x 8"
CONDITION; 8++ 9
FL #04
PRICE; $49.95
S/H; $15.50*
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Vintage Golden Gem "citrus groves"
Embossed Aluminum License Tag
A Great Colorful Employee tag for Golden Gem Citrus Groves, Florida.
We have some other items from this particular grove available.
Standard Size License Tag 11 3/4" x 6"
CONDITION; 9
FL #12
PRICE; $19.95
S/H; $7.50
We have some other items from this particular grove available.
Standard Size License Tag 11 3/4" x 6"
CONDITION; 9
FL #12
PRICE; $19.95
S/H; $7.50
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Older Golden Gem Thermometer
Citrus Growers, Umatilla Florida
Finding any type of Florida Citrus Advertising is tough. This thermometer is Nice. Frisbee style, Hard plastic, inset tube. U.S.A. made by Morco. The knock-out holes have Not been punched yet. Someone left a piece of tape on this for many years. And so when taken off, it left remnants and wear to the paint.
MEASURES; 8" diameter
CONDITION; 8++
FL #75
PRICE; $SOLD
S/H; $7.50
MEASURES; 8" diameter
CONDITION; 8++
FL #75
PRICE; $SOLD
S/H; $7.50
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Cast aluminum, MILLER
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Vintage Metal FORT LAUDERDALE, FloridaPast Automobile License Plate Novelity Tag MEASURES; 12" x 5 1/4"
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Old wooden level - MADELL FURNITURE CO.
DADE CITY, FLORIDA
a give-away advertising promotion
A Good Old Wooden Advertising Level, from Madell Furniture Co., Dade City, Florida. Also can vaguely make out FRIGIDAIRE - HEATERS - RANGES - PHILCO (there is more print, but it's worn) The indicator bubble/liquid is still here.
MEASURES; 11" long by 1 3/4" by 3/4"
CONDITION; 7+
FL # 72
PRICE; $19.95
S/H; $7.75
MEASURES; 11" long by 1 3/4" by 3/4"
CONDITION; 7+
FL # 72
PRICE; $19.95
S/H; $7.75
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OCALA, FLORIDA - SECURITY FEED & SEED CO.
Heavy Gauge Pressed Steel Thermometer
A Fantastic Old, four digit telephone number,
Ocala, FloridaPast Steel Thermometer
Note the Horseshoes around the border.
MEASURES; 11 1/2" x 3 1/8"
CONDITION; 6-7- (as shown, weathered)
FL #77
PRICE; $SOLD
S/H/I; $9.55
Ocala, FloridaPast Steel Thermometer
Note the Horseshoes around the border.
MEASURES; 11 1/2" x 3 1/8"
CONDITION; 6-7- (as shown, weathered)
FL #77
PRICE; $SOLD
S/H/I; $9.55
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SOUTHWARD FRUIT CO.
SANFORD, FLA.
Unused Old Cypress Wood, Citrus Field Crate End
Very unusual to find such a piece of FloridaPast. This was one of the ends that made up a cypress wood, citrus field crate. And it's never been used.
MEASURES; 12" x 13"
CONDITION; 9
FL #81
PRICE; SOLD
S/H; $17.00
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FLORIDA LAW - TRESPASSING SIGN
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Ocala, FloridaPast
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3 digit telephone #
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Old First Federal Savings & Loan Association
Brooksville, FloridaPast
Curved Metal Advertising Ruler
These old metal advertising rulers are a great thing to collect.
They display well, while taking up very little space.
They also hold history, from back in the day, when your business was Appreciated. Very good for time-lining a business or location, or, a memory from when your Mom or Dad worked or owned the particular business.
They display well, while taking up very little space.
They also hold history, from back in the day, when your business was Appreciated. Very good for time-lining a business or location, or, a memory from when your Mom or Dad worked or owned the particular business.
MEASURES; 12 3/8" x 1 1/2"
CONDITION; 8
FL #189
PRICE; $5.00
S/H; $3.50
CONDITION; 8
FL #189
PRICE; $5.00
S/H; $3.50
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OLD Florida Telephone Corp.
UNDERGROUND TELEPHONE CABLE MARKER
A Unique and Historical FloridaPast find.
Old Underground Telephone Cable Peel and Stick Laminated Marker Sign/Decal/Sticker.
Note the three digit phone number, and the old dial style telephone.
Water-Proof Laminated, Peel & Stick. (which I would assume, doesn't have any stick left) Back is still affixed.
A Great Piece to frame. And a Great Cross-Over for the old phone collector.
MEASURES; 6" x 2 1/2"
CONDITION; 8+9
FL #149
PRICE; $19.95
S/H; $3.50
Old Underground Telephone Cable Peel and Stick Laminated Marker Sign/Decal/Sticker.
Note the three digit phone number, and the old dial style telephone.
Water-Proof Laminated, Peel & Stick. (which I would assume, doesn't have any stick left) Back is still affixed.
A Great Piece to frame. And a Great Cross-Over for the old phone collector.
MEASURES; 6" x 2 1/2"
CONDITION; 8+9
FL #149
PRICE; $19.95
S/H; $3.50
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Makes for Great Character!  a somewhat common Prune box,
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Some FloridaPast Tid Bitz of Use-Full Information
There will be times that we will have a nice FloridaPast license tag or license plate for sale here on FloridaPast.
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This is a list of FloridaPast Code Types
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Private Trailer Private Trailer City Bus Commercial Vehicle Passenger - 2500 lbs. Limousine-Bus for Hire Florida Highway Patrol Half-year trailer for hire - 4001 lbs. Commercial - 2050 lbs. Truck for hire "full year" Commercial 2051-3050 lbs. Commercial 3051-5050 lbs. Commercial - 5050 lbs. Heavy Equipment Truck for hire - 4051 lbs. Handicapped Ambulance Semi-trailer Member of Congress Mobile Home Rental Trailer Rental Trailer Semi-Trailer for hire Off-road Vehicle-Harvest Truck Antique-Historic Vehicle Recreational Vehicle Bus for Hire State Road Department Passenger Truck Tractor Half-year Truck Tractor Private trailer - 500 lbs. Passenger 3500-4500 lbs. Passenger - 4500 lbs. Tax Exempt |
