Original c1880s Adams Express Co. Wooden Smaltz Paint Advertising Trade Sign
Sale price
$1,500.00
Regular price
$1,750.00
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Original c1880s Adams Express Co. Wooden Smaltz Paint Advertising Trade Sign
Sale price
$1,500.00
Regular price
$1,750.00
Shipping calculated at checkout.
Online price matches in-store price
Original c1880s Adams Express Co. Wooden Smaltz Paint Advertising Trade Sign
A remarkable piece of history from the late 19th century! Original wooden smaltz painted building trade sign for Adams Express Company! Company was in operation under the name from about 1855 to 1920 and was one of the largest shipping couriers in all of the United States
Approx. 71.5" x 13"
Loss on the lower right corner and the sign has has a crack in it on the left corner. Some wear to the paint and other light wear consistent with the age. See all photos.
Local Pickup Preferred or Sipping Handling Fee auto-applied at checkout.
Free local pickup at our store (Fond du Lac, Wisconsin)
This oversized, fragile item is best for local pickup. Shipping is available, and a handling fee is included in the shipping cost for extra packing, oversized shipping surcharges, and materials.
✓ 1 in stock
Pickup available at 861 Grove St
Usually ready in 2-4 days
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Ships domestically via UPS Ground or USPS Ground Advantage with tracking. Carefully packaged to prevent damage.
Processing time: 1–2 business days.
Returns: Eligible only if the item arrives damaged or not as described.
For change-of-mind returns, see our Return Policy — customer pays return shipping.
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This oversized, fragile item is best for local pickup. Shipping is available, and a handling fee is included in the shipping cost for extra packing and materials.
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Our store is located at 861 Grove. St, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.
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