Vintage advertising pin LE GUID'BUS retro triangle badge urban transport

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Description

This old advertising pin features a distinctive triangular shape, with a wide base and a pointed top, offering an instantly recognizable design. On the visible side, the background features a graphic pattern evoking a stylized road network in black and grey, while the inscription "LE GUID'BUS" is clearly legible in black letters on the lower part of the badge.

The upper right part of the pin highlights a stylized yellow graphic element, reminiscent of a dynamic inscription or an urban signage element, reinforcing the visual identity linked to public transport. The whole is underlined by a yellow horizontal line, accentuating the effect of speed or movement specific to the world of urban buses.

The surface finish, with its metallic appearance, shows a marked contrast between the light and dark areas, which highlights the relief of the central motif. No major defects are visible on the front face, although some traces of wear or micro-scratches may be observed, typical of advertising objects that have circulated in past years.

The graphic style, typography, and color palette (black, gray, yellow) suggest a creation likely dated from the 1980s or 1990s, a period when communication campaigns related to urban transport frequently used this type of promotional material.

The pin appears to be made of enameled metal or with an enameled finish, as is common for this type of advertising badge, although no precise material indication is visible in the photo. Only the front face is visible; no information on the attachment system or mention of a manufacturer is available in the image provided.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows slight superficial signs of wear visible on the front, with no major chips or apparent structural defects.

Did you know? The advertising pin reached its peak in France in the 1980s-1990s, becoming a preferred communication medium for transport companies, particularly to promote new services or urban lines. The triangular format, less common than round or rectangular, was often chosen to mark the originality of a campaign.

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