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MONUMENTAL COCA-COLA NEON BUILDING CLOCK & SIGN

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RARE - From the mid to late 30's, this beautiful piece once adorned the Piqua, Ohio bottling plant and included is a photograph of that installation on the building; the clock face, hands and silver bezel and trim are metal; the rest of the sign is embossed porcelain with extensive neon tubing and highlights; this large piece measures 14' x 7'; much of the neon tubing has been replaced over the years; the porcelain is all original with a few small chips, nicks and small areas of weather staining; this is likely the only example of its kind in existence; condition 8 to 8.5 / EX

THIS LOT MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE BUILDING BY A PROFESSIONAL SIGN COMPANY OR CONTRACTOR THAT CARRIES PROPER INSURANCE. PROOF OF INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR WORKERS AND BUILDING WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO REMOVAL. ALLEN MERCKE AT LOUISVILLE SIGN CO. IS AVAILABLE FOR ESTIMATES: (502)582-1714

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