1980s vintage Gitanes Blondes pin - golden advertising badge
AFW - Antique France Worldwide
Description
Advertising pin representing the Gitanes Blondes brand, visible on the front. This pin has a cut-out shape evoking the silhouette of a dancer in a flowing dress, with an arm raised, in a graphic style typical of the 80s. The lower part features the inscription "GITANES BLONDES" in capital letters, legible on a dark background, with golden outlines that highlight the contrast and the brand's visual identity.
The overall finish is shiny, with a golden appearance over the entire structure and a marked contrast between the black background of the text and the gold of the outline. The butterfly clutch fastening system on the back, partially visible, was commonly used for this type of badge in the 1980s.
The object features an iconic advertising style, faithful to the promotional aesthetic of the era, with a stylized silhouette and bold typography. No additional decorative details are visible on the front, which emphasizes the brand and the central motif.
The surface shows a smooth and shiny appearance, with no apparent engraved pattern outside the border and the inscription. The relief of the text and the dancer's outline is sharp, which gives the entire pin a qualitative and neat appearance.
Condition
Used item, sold as is. The clasp and the visible front seem to be in good overall condition, with no major apparent defects in the photographed area. Slight traces of use or superficial micro-scratches may be present, typical for a vintage advertising piece from this era.
Did you know? The Gitanes Blondes brand, launched in 1981, is an emblematic variation of Gitanes cigarettes, famous for its visual identity inspired by gypsy culture and flamenco dance. Advertising campaigns of the 80s relied on various media, including pins, which became very popular promotional items during this period.
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