{"product_id":"pins-publicitaire-vintage-email-affutage-varois-annees-80-scie-circulaire","title":"Vintage advertising enamel pin Varois Sharpening 80s circular saw","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage promotional pin from the 80s representing the \"Affutage Varois\" brand. This pin is round with two small lateral extensions, evoking a stylized circular saw blade. The visible side features a bright yellow background in the shape of a toothed disc, typical of a saw blade, with the inscription \"AFFUTAGE VAROIS\" in clearly legible red letters, positioned horizontally in the center of the pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface of the pin shows a smooth and shiny finish, characteristic of the enamel used on many promotional items from that era. The outline of the pin is highlighted by a visible metallic border, with no precise indication of the material in the image, but displaying a silver appearance. The quality of the graphics and typography are representative of the French advertising style of the late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bright yellow hue of the central motif contrasts sharply with the red background on which the pin is placed, enhancing the visibility of the object. The simple and direct design emphasizes the legibility of the company name and the symbolism of sharpening, through the reference to the circular blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible side of the pin shows no major signs of wear, no apparent scratches, and no enamel chips. The object is well preserved for its age, with still vibrant colors and a satisfactory shine. No details about the attachment system are visible in this photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of pin was frequently distributed by craft or industrial companies in the 80s, particularly in the tool and services sector related to sharpening or metallurgy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is. The front side shows a good visual appearance, with no major visible defects. Only the areas visible in the photo are described.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The promotional pin experienced a golden age in France during the 1980s, a period during which many local and national companies used this medium as a communication tool. Sharpening and metallurgy trades, such as \"Affutage Varois,\" regularly commissioned this type of item to strengthen their presence at fairs or professional events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour pin will be shipped with careful packaging and fast shipping, by a professional seller accustomed to antique and promotional items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: vintage pin, promotional badge, enamel pin, circular saw, vintage pin, promotional tool, Affutage Varois, 80s advertising, metal badge, enamel pin, French promotional pin, vintage tool\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54489276383559,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_f5e08f32-2007-401b-8089-17c48f6d4261.jpg?v=1785623656","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/pins-publicitaire-vintage-email-affutage-varois-annees-80-scie-circulaire","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}