Vintage Speedy square enameled yellow blue retro smile 80s pin

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This old pin features a square shape and a design typical of advertising accessories from the 80s-90s. The visible side has a pale yellow background, adorned with a stylized motif representing a wide, arched smile, composed of red and blue lines, accompanied by two accents above to suggest squinted eyes. The lower part of the pin is highlighted by a bright blue horizontal band, on which the inscription "Speedy" appears in handwritten red letters, encircled by a thin metallic border.

The surface finish reveals a smooth and shiny appearance, characteristic of the enamel used on this type of advertising pin. The colors are bright, with a marked contrast between the cream yellow upper part, the deep blue of the lower band, and the red and blue details of the smile. The outer contour of the pin is metallic, reinforcing the retro effect of the whole.

The typography and graphic style evoke the aesthetic of late 20th-century visual communication, with simple, effective, and immediately recognizable graphics. No other text is visible on the front, except for the "Speedy" logo which occupies the entire width of the bottom.

The photo shows a well-preserved surface, without major chips or scratches, but there are some micro-traces of use compatible with the age of the item. The whole is presented in a light-colored case, highlighting the decorative aspect and the shine of the pin.

The fastener or attachment system is not visible in the photo; only the front is described here according to the available view.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Some slight signs of wear visible on the front, with no apparent structural defects.

Did you know? The advertising pin experienced a true golden age in France in the 1980s and 1990s, used extensively by brands and companies to promote their image. Speedy, a company specializing in car maintenance, frequently distributed this type of pin featuring its logo during promotional campaigns or customer events.

AFW Reassurance

Fast and careful shipping, professional packaging adapted to the fragility of vintage items.

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