Vintage promotional keyring for 50s-60s aprons, sweaters, and shirts

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This antique advertising keychain has a rectangular shape with rounded corners and a translucent surface revealing a paper or cardboard advertising insert. On the visible side, a clear inscription in yellow letters on a dark background reads: "CONFECTION - TABLIERS - PULLS - CHEMISERIE - PAPETERIE" (CLOTHING - APRONS - SWEATERS - SHIRTS - STATIONERY). The included image shows a stylized interior scene, likely an illustration related to a clothing or school supplies store, typical of promotional visuals from the 1950s-1960s.

The upper part of the keychain is connected to a short metal chain, ending with an old-style clasp ring. The chain and ring show a brown patina, testifying to the object's age and probable exposure to air. The surface of the keychain shows some signs of wear and micro-scratches, usual signs of past use.

The whole stands out for its retro aesthetic, characteristic of advertising objects distributed by local businesses in the second half of the 20th century. The typography, choice of words, and graphics of the illustration confirm a production likely dating from the 50s or 60s.

The visible side is entirely occupied by the advertisement, with no other apparent markings. The object has an authentic charm, enhanced by the combination of its patinated metal chain and its graphic insert, slightly yellowed by time.

Condition

Used item with visible signs of wear: patina on the chain and ring, micro-scratches on the keychain surface, yellowed advertising insert. Sold as is.

Did you know? In the 1950s and 1960s, many local businesses distributed plastic or resin advertising keychains, often personalized with an illustration and a list of the products offered. These objects were both utilitarian and communication tools, and today they constitute concrete evidence of the commercial and graphic history of that period.

AFW Reassurance

Fast and careful shipping, professional packaging adapted to the fragility of the object. Professional seller specializing in antique and advertising objects.

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