Antique Ames “Lock Socket” Shovels TOC Advertising Sign handel AF - 17955 - 111925

AF - 17955 - 111925

each oriented horizontally for a dramatic radial presentation

Mounted on a stepped brass base over a black plinth

American embalming and medical furniture of this period was typically produced by specialized manufacturers serving funeral homes and hospitals

colorful graphics that depict the eponymous cigars

Antique Ames “Lock Socket” Shovels TOC Advertising Sign handel AF - 17955 - 111925c. 1920s; Ames Shovel and Tool Company Boston, MA Embossed lithographed tin advertising sign on a cardbord backing promoting Ames "Lock Socket" shovels, featuring bold red ground with gilt and black lettering and a central illustrated shovel graphic demonstrating the patented socket connection. The design emphasizes durability and balance with period marketing language "Lighter Stronger Better Balanced" executed in raised lettering and layered color