Lot 177

Vintage Municipal "One Way" Reflective Aluminum Arrow Street Sign, 12 x 36 Inches

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Vintage Municipal "One Way" Reflective Aluminum Arrow Street Sign, 12 x 36 Inches

Current Bid: $10

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by California Auction Company LLC
August 1, 2026 9:00 AM PDT
Live Auction
1212 E. Harding Way
Stockton, CA, US 95205

An authentic vintage municipal "One Way" traffic sign, manufactured from heavy-gauge reflective aluminum in the iconic black-and-white arrow format recognized throughout the United States. Measuring approximately 12 by 36 inches, this original roadway sign was produced for long-term outdoor service and represents a classic example of American municipal infrastructure and industrial design. Featuring bold sans-serif lettering within a directional arrow, the sign embodies the clean, functional aesthetic established by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Its reflective surface, rounded corners, and pre-drilled mounting holes illustrate the durable construction required for years of public roadway use. Decades of outdoor exposure have created an attractive patina with scratches, weathering, minor discoloration, and evidence of prior installation, all contributing to the authentic character sought by collectors of transportation memorabilia and industrial décor. Original municipal street signs have become increasingly desirable as decorative pieces for lofts, garages, restaurants, offices, and automotive collections, where their bold graphics and unmistakable roadside presence make an immediate visual statement. Measures approximately 36 inches long by 12 inches high.

  • Condition: Good vintage condition with expected wear from prolonged municipal outdoor use. Reflective surface exhibits scratches, scuffs, surface grime, light discoloration, minor edge wear, and wear surrounding the mounting holes. Graphics remain bold, crisp, and highly legible with strong display appeal.

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