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Vintage Pawnbroker's Shop Sign

Item Details

A vintage pawnbroker’s shop sign, featuring an iron arch with three suspended brass-tone, painted metal balls. Has attached hanging bracket. The origins of this sign date back to medieval times, though it is unclear, the meaning of the three balls, which may involve the Medici family. Initially, pawn was a way to help the poor.

Dimensions

22.0" W x 17.25" H x 4.0" D

Item #

17CIN188-086

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