“DRUGS” Federal Lightbulb Sign

Early, pre-neon Federal Sign lightbulb sign. Sign cabinet is a stock size to accommodate generic sign panels such as, “shoes,” “whiskey,” etc.

Object Number : 2001.0013.0001

Type : signs/displays

Sub Types : Array

Decade : 1900 - 1909

Object Height : 36 in.

Object Width : 72 in.

Object Depth : 5 in.

Object Weight : 100 lbs. (est.)

Object History :

Sign was part of Prototype Museum “Signs on Main Street” display unveiled in conjunction with ISA Sign Expo tradeshow in Las Vegas on March 24, 2001.

Sign is pictured in 1905 Federal Sign catalog (see 1999.0006.0004).

Status : Exhibit

Location : Lightbulb Era Room

Donor Name : Steve Cafaretti (purchased)

Contact Donor : 2

Signature : Federal Sign System (Electric)

Signature Location : Both sides - lower left side of panel

Condition :

Excellent: Sign was shipped to Las Vegas for Prototype Museum “Signs on Main Street” display and first time light bulbs were installed, they all lit up.

Restoration Description :

Good: Chipped porcelain has been touched-up with white paint by former owner.

First Contact Date : 4/2/2001

First Contact Description : Phone call

Object Received Date : 3/20/2001

Object Cataloged Date : 8/6/2001

Purchase Cost : $2,500.00