Vintage pin The Garrone Road Sailors retro gold, old trucker badge

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This vintage pin features the inscription "LES MARINS DE LA ROUTE GARRONE" on a rectangular plaque with a navy blue background, outlined in gold. Above, a stylized golden bird silhouette, likely a bird or a seagull in flight, overlooks a schematic representation evoking a road or a stylized road vehicle. The details are made with a brilliant, golden finish, giving the whole a look that is both retro and elegant.

The pin stands out with a striking contrast between the deep blue of the lower part and the dazzling gold of the main motif. The lines are clean and precise, typical of pin manufacturing in the 80s-90s. The inscription is perfectly legible, in capital letters, which reinforces its advertising and commemorative character.

The general shape of the pin is irregular, following the contours of the upper motif. The whole presents a beautiful shine, without excessive reflection or visible tarnishing on the front face. No defects, chips, or notable scratches appear on the surface visible in the photo.

This advertising badge evokes the world of road transport, and more specifically that of the "marins de la route" (road sailors), a nickname given to truck drivers. The word "GARRONE" could refer to a company, a brand, or an event related to the transport sector.

In hand, this type of retro pin is typically worn on a jacket, a coat, or a bag, and is part of the tradition of souvenir or promotional accessories distributed during road gatherings or professional events.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible front face presents a homogeneous shine and no apparent defects.

Did you know? Advertising pins were particularly popular in France in the 1980s and 1990s, used by many companies to promote their brand at trade shows or professional events. The term "marins de la route" refers to truck drivers, in reference to their nomadic life and their essential role in transporting goods across the country.

AFW Reassurance

Fast shipping and careful packaging by a professional seller specializing in French vintage and retro items.

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