Vintage DANGER no diving sticker 80s USA sign

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Description

Vintage safety sign sticker, illustrating a "DANGER NO DIVING SHALLOW WATER" warning typical of the 80s, based on its graphic style and typography. This sticker features clear visuals: white background, black border, "DANGER" in white letters on a red background, followed by text in black capitals. The central icon shows a diver pictogram crossed out with a red circle, with a stylized red star indicating a head injury, evocative of American prevention standards in swimming pools or shallow bodies of water.

The design is characteristic of late 20th century American signage, with a clear informative and preventative purpose. The print is full-color with a visible matte finish on the surface. The sticker is rectangular, with rounded corners, and shows a printed reference "490021" at the bottom left, as well as the text "DO NOT DEFACE, COVER, OR PAINT OVER THIS SIGN".

The overall condition of the item shows a slight curve on the upper right corner and some minor signs of use visible on the surface, typical of an old sticker stored off its original backing. The colors have remained very vibrant, the text and pictograms perfectly legible, with no major discoloration.

This type of sticker was commonly used at aquatic sites, public or private swimming pools, and bodies of water in the United States, serving to signal the danger of diving into shallow water. The presence of the pictogram and bilingual English text reinforces the authentic and vintage aspect of the item, typical of American signage from the 80s.

The visible side shows no handwritten text or decorative additions. The sticker is photographed on a wooden support, with no indication of adhesive on the back (non-visible side).

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows a slight curve and some moderate signs of wear on the printed side, without major alteration of legibility.

Did you know? "No Diving" warning stickers became mandatory in many US states starting in the 1980s, following an increase in accidents related to shallow water diving. Standardized pictograms were created to overcome language barriers and enhance risk prevention around pools and bodies of water.

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