{"title":"Enamel Advertising Signs","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bachelors-cigarettes-1","title":"Bachelors Cigarettes","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking piece of mid 20th century cigarette advertising\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 198cm (78in) x H: 30cm (12in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1930's\/1940's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Bachelor brand represents a transitional era in cigarette advertising, when the industry was moving away from ornate Victorian imagery (sailors, soldiers, portraits) towards bold, simple typography that matched the sleek branding of the pre-war period. The brand was also tied to the tipped cigarette boom which was a marketing innovation before the filtered cigarette took over in the1950's \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e Sign has a very good level of gloss but there are chips and enamel loss, especially around the “B”. There are some surface scratches but overall the lettering is still strong and legible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672089309557,"sku":"ADV-0076","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/Gemini.png?v=1773938235"},{"product_id":"bdv-tobacco","title":"BDV tobacco","description":"\u003cp\u003eDouble sided tobacco \/cigarette sign\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 51cm (20in) x H: 30cm (12in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1920's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBDV stood for Best Dark Virginia a brand of cigarettes and tobacco introduced by Carrera Ltd around 1900. The brand was heavily marketed as a rich full bodied Virginia tobacco to appeal to smokers who preferred darker blends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Rusting and enamel loss at top edge and near bolt holes are consistent with natural age and outdoor exposure\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672089440629,"sku":"ADV-0075","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/Gemini2.png?v=1773938750"},{"product_id":"british-oak","title":"British Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eImpressive brewery\/pub sign from the interwar period\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 122cm (48in) x H: 30cm (12in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1920's\/1930's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost likely a public house \/ brewery-related sign. British Oak was a particularly popular pub name across the UK symbolising strength, tradition, and patriotism (especially in the World War I and II periods). Many breweries such as Mitchells \u0026amp; Butlers, and other regional brewers, used bespoke enamel signs like this for their pub branding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003eEnamel still retains a good shine. Small enamel losses around fixing holes (common due to stress from bolts) and minor chips, but no large-scale rust-through. The bold lettering is fully intact and striking\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672089506165,"sku":"ADV-0074","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/main.png?v=1776781006"},{"product_id":"buckland-batteries","title":"Buckland Batteries","description":"\u003cp\u003eA nice piece of motoring history during a time of strong battery performance competition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 72cm (28.5in) x H: 47cm (18.5in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1940's\/1950's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuckland Batteries Ltd. was a London based company established in the 1920s producing durable lead-acid batteries for cars and motorcycles. Their slogan “First to Start – Last to Finish” emphasised reliability and long life, key selling points in the competitive motor trade and would have been positioned in garage forecourts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003eGood condition on rich dark green background with bold yellow “Buckland” script and white supporting text\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672089571701,"sku":"ADV-0073","price":325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/Bucklandsquarestudio.png?v=1776777566"},{"product_id":"colmans-mustard","title":"Colman's Mustard","description":"\u003cp\u003eClassic Colman's brand advertising synonymous of the period\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 46cm (18in) x H: 30cm (12in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1920's\/1940's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall and simple Colman's Mustard in iconic brand colour and typeface with original Colman's owners stamp. Would have appeared at railway stations, grocers and general stores\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e Some rusting at edges and corners, enamel chips near the fixings, but the lettering is intact and the colour is still bright including manufacture mark\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672089768309,"sku":"ADV-0071","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/ColmansmustardStudioSquare.png?v=1773185664"},{"product_id":"colmans-starch","title":"Colman's Starch","description":"\u003cp\u003eLarger than normal piece of iconic Colman's advertising\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 157cm (62in) x H: 41cm (16in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1930's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColman’s produced starch products from the mid-19th century onwards. This sign's minimalist style of white background and bold blue lettering was focused on maximum legibility outside shops and general stores rather than decoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e Some enamel loss around fixing holes but crucially the field (white and lettering) is bright and largely intact, including sign manufacturer mark\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672089866613,"sku":"ADV-0070","price":400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/GeminiVersion.png?v=1773938011"},{"product_id":"craven-a-cigarettes","title":"Craven A cigarettes","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn-store advertising for the world famous cigarette brand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 28cm (11in) x H: 91cm (36in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1940's\/1950's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a postwar revision of the classic Craven \"A\" advertising where \"they never vary\" was added to the core \"kindness to your throat\" message. This sign was probably positioned at an indoor counter or internal wall. The framing would have been done at a later date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an original tin lithographed sign, not enamel. Moderate age wear with some scratches, oxidation and paint loss\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672089964917,"sku":"ADV-0069","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/main2.png?v=1776780969"},{"product_id":"frys-chocolate","title":"Fry's Chocolate","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare extra long railway positioned advert for the famous chocolate brand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 229cm (90in) x H: 51cm (20in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1910's\/1920's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is very large compared to the more common 2–3 ft Fry Chocolate signs and would have been mounted on a railway station platform or a roadside hoarding. The letter font, enamel style, colour all suggest that the sign manufactured by The Patent Enamel Co in Birmingham was made before Fry’s merger with Cadbury in 1919.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e In overall good condition, lettering is clear and rust limited to around fixing holes\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672090259829,"sku":"ADV-0067","price":575.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/FrysStudioSquare.jpg?v=1773185487"},{"product_id":"halls-dispenser","title":"Halls Distemper","description":"\u003cp\u003eA piece of early double sided product advertising to the decorating trade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 36cm (14in) x H: 25cm (10in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1910's\/1920's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHall’s (possibly G.W. Hall \u0026amp; Co., Birmingham) sanitary washable distemper was a brand of interior wall paint, essentially an early form of water-based paint or whitewash popular from the late Victorian period into the 1930s. The sign was manufactured by Wildman \u0026amp; Meguyer (clearly marked) which adds to its rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate edge wear and enamel loss but excellent colour retention and readable text so good display condition for its age\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672090325365,"sku":"ADV-0066","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/StudioSuare.jpg?v=1773185260"},{"product_id":"jelloids","title":"Iron Jelloids","description":"\u003cp\u003eEdwardian health supplement advertising\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 61cm (24in) x H: 15cm (6in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1900's-1920's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIron Jelloids were a popular iron-based tonic sold from the late 19th century into the early 20th century marketed as a cure for anaemia, fatigue, and “weak blood”. They came in small tins of lozenges (chewable or dissolvable), promoted as both medicine and a dietary supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003eEdge chipping and rusting around mounting holes and a surface crack\/craze line running across the enamel. Some enamel loss and corrosion but lettering is intact and still very legible\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672090423669,"sku":"ADV-0065","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/IronJelloidsStudioSquare.png?v=1773184937"},{"product_id":"lyons-cakes","title":"Lyons Cakes","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic double sided location based sign\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 46cm (18in) x H: 41cm (16in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1940's\/1950's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClassic mid 20th century Lyons advertising sign which would have been placed outside grocers, tea rooms \u0026amp; cafes and sweet shops from the 1930s to 1950s. The shaped bottom edge (like a shield point) gave it more visual interest than a simple rectangle and the geometric symbol at the bottom (a diamond-like outline) was the dominant Lyons’ branding at the time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e Good with some rust patches and minor enamel loss, but colour and lettering are still very strong\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672090521973,"sku":"ADV-0064","price":200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/front.png?v=1776162556"},{"product_id":"lyons-tea","title":"Lyons Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnusually long iconic tea advertising for iconic brand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 152cm (60in) x H: 46cm (18in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1930's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClassic Lyons’ Tea design in deep cobalt blue background with bold orange border and large serif lettering in cream\/white with orange shadowing. Manufactured by T. Stammers \u0026amp; Co. in London\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e In very good condition compared to most surviving examples. The colours are still bright, the enamel gloss is strong, with only some expected rusting and chips around the fixing holes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672090587509,"sku":"ADV-0063","price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/main_cf540900-aa8d-45e5-862e-a35aec3418be.png?v=1776782145"},{"product_id":"nestles-milk","title":"Nestle's Milk","description":"\u003cp\u003eVery rare sign using country of origin to promote Nestle quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 122cm (48in) x H: 30cm (12in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1920's-1930's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis long rectangular format manufactured by The Falkirk Iron Company Ltd, London would have been mounted above shop entrances or along walls. The \"Richest in Cream” slogan emphasised quality and richness as a selling point of Nestle's condensed milk when competing with fresh dairy. The inclusion of the Swiss flag ties Nestlé directly to Switzerland's play on trust and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible enamel loss along fixing points and some professional repair of vertical cracking at the centre where the sign may have been folded. Still, the bold lettering and logo are intact and the gloss is still decent, which is the main value factor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672091308405,"sku":"ADV-0062","price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/NestlesMilkStudioSquare.png?v=1773184848"},{"product_id":"nut-brown-tobacco","title":"Nut Brown tobacco","description":"\u003cp\u003eStriking tobacco advertising playing on brand name to promote taste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 76cm (30in) x H: 51cm (20in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1940's\/1950's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNut Brown was a blend of pipe tobacco sold in Britain during the mid-20th century and signs like this were typically displayed outside tobacconists, either as fascia panels or hanging shop signs. The slogan “Has that Nutty Flavour” was Nut Brown's best-known catchphrase used by tobacconists to make blends sound richer and more appealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural wear on edges and around mounting holes where some professional restoration has taken place. Otherwise, strong red background, bold black-and-white lettering, checkerboard border. Reverse side shows natural oxidation, spotting, and some enamel “ghosting” where the heat-fused enamel left patterns typical of genuine signs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672091406709,"sku":"ADV-0061","price":375.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/NutBrownmain_4f392b45-27a1-4b1a-bab8-53b8f9646111.png?v=1776808840"},{"product_id":"odams","title":"Odam's Fertilisers","description":"\u003cp\u003eA unique piece of agricultural advertising heritage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 76cm (30in) x H: 51cm (20in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1930's\/1950's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOdam’s Chemical Manure Company Ltd. was founded in 1855 in Gosberton, Lincolnshire and was a major producer of superphosphates and chemical fertilisers. This sign would typically have been displayed at an agricultural merchants, a railway goods yards or farm supply store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e Some enamel loss around the mounting holes and edges (normal for authentic outdoor signs), but the field (yellow and main lettering) is solid and bright\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672091472245,"sku":"ADV-0060","price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/OdamsFertilisersStudioSquare.png?v=1773184778"},{"product_id":"players-please","title":"Players Please","description":"\u003cp\u003eTobacconist sign for eponymous Players cigarettes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 152cm (60in) x H: 15cm (6in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1930's\/1950's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Players Please” was introduced in 1937 and became one of the most famous UK tobacco advertising slogans ever and was used well into the 1950s. This sign most was like to have been a tobacconist fascia or shopfront strip sign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong gloss and legible text but noticeable enamel loss and corrosion on the right-hand side, especially around the word “HERE”. Otherwise usual edge wear and some rusting at fixing points.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672091537781,"sku":"ADV-0059","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/PlayersSquareNewv2.png?v=1775835812"},{"product_id":"simplex","title":"Simplex","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small piece of agricultural advertising promoting hygiene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 33cm (13in) x H: 18cm (7in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1920's\/1940's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimplex Milking Machines were mechanical milking equipment promoted as “hygienic” because they reduced the risk of contamination compared to hand-milking. \"This Dairy Uses the Simplex Hygienic Milker” was aimed at reassuring customers that the milk they bought was safe and clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e Some rusting at the fixing holes but otherwise retains great colour and readability\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Advertiques \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56672091734389,"sku":"ADV-0058","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0951\/7534\/4501\/files\/SimplexSquarev2.png?v=1775835211"},{"product_id":"spratts-bird-seed-parrot-food","title":"Spratt’s Bird Seed \u0026 Parrot Food","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely example of domestic bird pet food advertising\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eW: 51cm (20in) x H: 76cm (30in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1930's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpratt’s, founded by James Spratt in London in 1860 is the pioneering British animal food manufacture and inventors of the world’s first commercial pet foods (dog biscuits, bird seed, etc.). This sign was made by British Enamel Co. 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Colman's included  D.S.F. 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