The condition is very good with mild crackling and wear of a painted wood surface dating to the 1940-1950 era. Ready to be displayed in your collection.

The origin of this sign is unknown, but it once hung on either the interior of a bus or railroad car designating the section of the bus or rail car where African-Americans were required to sit. One side reads “FOR WHITES” and the other side reads “FOR COLORED” thus separating the two races on public conveyance vehicles-- segregating the African-Americans to the back of the vehicle.

This historically significant sign is in all-original condition and has some paint loss and scratching typical of its age and use as noted in photos. The “white” side has a horizontal black mark running above the word "white". A horizontally running gouge is present in the wood on the “colored” side and runs through the word "FOR". It is approximately 1/16th to 1/8th of an inch deep. Please see photos. None of these age-characteristics impact the physical integrity of the sign and are more than appropriate to the age and purpose of the piece.

An utterly phenomenal, extremely RARE, one-of-a-kind, museum-worthy piece of Black American history!

Offered are two different styles of quarantine signs, and each sign is being sold separately.

These signs are unused stock from the 1930 - 1940s era, and except for a few edge crimps, are in excellent condition. They measure 14"L x 12"H and are printed on a heavy, bight orange-colored stock. Please note that the colors are even throughout-- the flash has caused the appearance of uneven coloration. Perfect for framing!

Dating to the 1930-1940 era, this advertisement would look fabulous matted and framed!

Presented is a huge cardboard display replicating an actual box of Preparation H designed to hang on a pharmacy wall for advertising purposes. It measures 22"L x 4"W x 6"H and is ready for display in your collection!

If you have a 'burning' desire to purchase this display, I will gladly sell it! I purchased it at the Brimfield, MA, antiques shows, and the the dealer didn't have a bag large enough to hold it. So I proudly 'tucked' it safely under my arm and instantly became the butt of jokes at every booth I visited. I couldn't wait to get back to my car where I found almost instant 'relief' placing the display safely away. I enjoyed a lot of laughs that day, and you certainly will as well when this conversation piece becomes a part of your collection!

Accented on either side by stylized Art Deco Chevrons, the sign is silver foil, reverse-painted on decorative, hand-chipped glass that has been protectively backed in metal. The sign retains both its two original hanging holes brackets as well as its original hanging chain.

The sign is silver foil, reverse-painted on decorative, hand-chipped glass that has been protectively backed in metal. The sign has two hanging holes at the top from which a wire has been affixed to allow hanging.

The sign is silver and gold foil, reverse-painted on decorative, hand-chipped glass that has been protectively backed in metal. Two pair of tiny holes at the top of the sign have been threaded with a thin wire from which the sign was hung.

The sign is silver foil, reverse-painted on decorative, hand-chipped glass that has been protectively backed in metal. A hanging hole on either side of the sign facilitate the ability to mount the sign on a wall or door.

The sign is silver foil, reverse-painted on decorative, hand-chipped glass that has been protectively backed in metal. The sign was then affixed to a wooden, pyramid-shaped block which allows the glass sign to stand independently.

Metal backed, with 2 metal legs to allow the sign to stand freely, the sign is constructed of decorative, scallop-edged, hand-chipped glass with silver foil, reverse-painted embellishments.

Unused, but showing the staining and teeny tears typical of a 90+ year old piece of ephemera, this folding post card provides a glimpse into the advertising world of the early 20th century. Photos clearly reveal condition.

Dr. T.D.M. Wilson graduated from Jefferson Medical College in 1875, and the following offered items from this estate auction provide an historical glimpse into his long medical career.

The first item is a fabulous 19th century brass DOCTOR T.D.M. Wilson sign measuring 14L x 9W inches, which likely adorned the entrance way to Dr. Wilson's office.

Also offered in this grouping is a rare group photo of Dr. Wilson (4th from the left) and other Phi Kappa Sigma members. The frame measures 16.5"L x 12.5"W. While the photo is a bit faded, the image is remarkable and includes a distinguished group of Phi Kappa Sigma members.

The third and fourth items in this grouping are a small, framed, 1909 AMA membership certificate with Dr. Wilson's name inscribed, and a very unusual IRS narcotic SPECIAL TAX STAMP from 1926. This Narcotic form is unique in that it names Dr. Wilson as the single physician allowed to dispense narcotics within the 23rd District of the State of Pennsylvania.

Finally, 2 handwritten letters postmarked in 1884 from Dr. Wilson to his loving wife are included, offering a small glimpse into his personal life.