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Style: Early Victorian
Early 20th Century Double Sided French Pharmacy Metal Sign
Early 20th Century Double Sided French Pharmacy Metal Sign

Early 20th Century Double Sided French Pharmacy Metal Sign

Located in London, GB

Early 20th Century Double Sided French Pharmacy Metal Sign A rare double sided pharmacy trade sign, origins of France, dated to the early part of the 20th century, made from metal ...

Category

1920s Vintage Early Victorian Signs

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Century Gold Gilt Zinc Weathervane
Late 19th Century Gold Gilt Zinc Weathervane

Late 19th Century Gold Gilt Zinc Weathervane

Located in London, GB

Late 19th century gold gilt zinc weathervane A true working example of a late 19th century zinc weathervane in the form a rooster. With its original gold gi...

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1890s French Antique Early Victorian Signs

Materials

Zinc

19th Century Cast Iron Shoemaker’s Trade Sign
19th Century Cast Iron Shoemaker’s Trade Sign

19th Century Cast Iron Shoemaker’s Trade Sign

Located in London, GB

19th century cast iron shoemaker’s trade sign A highly decorative example of a late 19th century cast iron French shoemakers shop trade sign. Hand crafted from a hand cut iron metal...

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1880s French Antique Early Victorian Signs

Materials

Wrought Iron

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Early 19th Century Sheet Iron Weathervane. Folk Art
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Early 20th Century English Cast Iron Butchers Trade Sign
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Early Victorian signs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Early Victorian signs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage signs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Early Victorian signs made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for signs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,274 and tops out at $6,184 while the average work can sell for $2,145.