Antique Ames “Lock Socket” Shovels TOC Advertising Sign handel AF - 17955 - 111925

AF - 17955 - 111925

each oriented horizontally for a dramatic radial presentation

colorful graphics that depict the eponymous cigars

Early vintage double-sided litho cardstock print advertisement for Winchester's line of hardware

Antique Ames “Lock Socket” Shovels TOC Advertising Sign handel AF - 17955 - 111925c. 1920s; Ames Shovel and Tool Company Boston, MA Embossed lithographed tin advertising sign on a cardbord backing promoting Ames "Lock Socket" shovels, featuring bold red ground with gilt and black lettering and a central illustrated shovel graphic demonstrating the patented socket connection. The design emphasizes durability and balance with period marketing language "Lighter Stronger Better Balanced" executed in raised lettering and layered color