Vintage New York City Subway Car Metal Sign

Description

Vintage NYC subway car metal sign 7th Avenue Express. Irreplaceable piece of American History. Double sided black iron with white painted letters. Some rust spots and a bend in the center of the sign (see photo).

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some rust spots and minor paint chipping and scratches. Bend in middle of sign see photo

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Iron, Paint

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Some rust spots and minor paint chipping and scratches. Bend in middle of sign see photo

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

4 x 25.5 x 1 in

Vintage New York City Subway Car Metal Sign

Lot 0571

Estimate $130-$1,190

Nov 5, 2026, 6:22 PM EST

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