It’s a stunning thing Richmond Auctions is able to do – if you’ve seen this newsletter for a while, you’re keen on some of the gobsmacking memorabilia they bring to market. Their upcoming sale starting September 18 is host to an enormous number of unreal offerings, a few of which are highlighted below. While I’d love to pick one or two that I’m in love with, it’s just not possible – there are simply too many great items to choose from, and I really encourage you to take a look at their offerings and see what your collection needs. That said – I know a few of you are just beginning to collect, and I’ll tell ya, Richmond is a great place to begin, if you’re seeking to surround yourself with investment-grade, original pieces. I guess if I had to pick three, I’d go with Day 2, lots 871, 872, and 873 – not being lazy, these three just happen to be neighbors and upon seeing them, the hair on the back of my neck went up. Register to bid and enjoy, it’s going to be a great sale with a number of once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.
Advertising, Automobilia, and Petroliana Auction
Auction: Online bidding currently open, In-person – September 18th & 19th
Complete with the ring, this 30” diameter Double-Sided Porcelain sign shows excellent color and gloss. With small areas of wear and a couple of minor chips on both sides, the sign shows gorgeously overall with spectacular vividness and registration
Lot 125 - SSPN Flying A Chicken Wing Logo “GAS” Sign
A stunningly rare Single-Sided Porcelain Neon Flying A “GAS” sign with the “Chicken Wings,” the sign has a metal can and shows exceptional colors. The neon glows in red and green, the sign is colored in red, green, and cream. With only light imperfections to speak of, a clear coat has been applied to help protect the sign. Measuring 28.5” H x 59” W x 8” D
Lot 262 - DST Willys Jeep Sales Service Sign
A stunningly rare piece of Willys Jeep history, this Double-Sided Tin sign promotes “Sweeney’s Sales & Service” of Willys Jeep products. Truly an interesting sign with ghost traces of old lettering, the sign shows beautifully with minor wear and scuffs on both sides. Measuring 27” H x 25” W
Lot 770 - Boyle-Dayton Viso 10-Gallon Visible Gas Pump
Restored in Mohawk livery, this Boyle-Dayton Viso gas pump is presented in brilliant white with red detailing, custom pinstriping, and a painted Mohawk graphic. Exceptionally well detailed with a cloth hose, brass nozzle, and a lighted Mohawk Gasoline metal-body gas pump globe, it’s a hard example to beat.
Lot 786 - SSP Texaco Gasoline Filling Station Sign
A remarkable example of Texaco marketing, this Single-Sided Porcelain sign retains its original metal ring and shows stunning color and gloss. With only a couple of small chips to speak of, the sign promotes Texaco Filling Station gasoline and motor oils in the classic red, white, green, and black colors.
Lot 811 - SSPN Stengers Ford Used Cars Sign
An absolutely staggering Single-Sided Porcelain Neon sign promoting Used Cars at Stengers Ford in Dayton, Ohio, the overall condition is spectacular. With a new can and new neon and transformers, the neon glows gorgeously. Truly an exciting sign, a rare opportunity.
Lot 821 - SSPN Die Cut Polly Gas Sign
This Single-Sided Porcelain sign features three-color neon that’s been added with a metal can. Gorgeously detailed, the sign shows very little wear and incredible graphics, all combining to create a lovely sign that will display spectacularly well in any collection.
This is an online and in-person auction with bidding through RichmondAuctions.com, the Richmond Auctions App in the App store, LiveAuctioneers, and Proxibid. Phone bidding can be accommodated the day of the auction as well as absentee bids. Please contact Jordan Richmond at 864-382-1302 or at jordan@richmondauctions.com.
