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c. 1960s-1970s; Kra-Kraft Displays - Dixon, Illinois
Neon salesman sample case featuring a shield-form sign reading "Dixon Jaycees," produced as …
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c. 1960s-1970s; Kra-Kraft Displays - Dixon, Illinois
Neon salesman sample case featuring a shield-form sign reading "Dixon Jaycees," produced as a portable demonstration piece for local club or civic promotion. Housed in its original black-painted wooden case with hinged side doors, the interior centers a hand-bent neon shield motif with separate text elements layered over a dark backing panel. The word "Dixon" illuminates in yellow, while the shield outline behind it glows blue; the "Jaycees" lettering below is present but non-functioning. The exterior base is stenciled "Courtesy of Kra-Kraft Displays," tying the piece directly to its regional manufacturer and intended sales-use context. Compact scale, case construction, and mixed lighting functionality are all consistent with mid-century traveling samples used by sign companies to pitch designs to local chapters and organizations.
Kra-Kraft Displays was a Dixon, Illinois-based manufacturer known for producing custom display fixtures, signage, and promotional cases for regional businesses and civic groups during the mid-20th century.
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- Dimensions
- 19ʺW × 6.5ʺD × 32ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Neon
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Shows wear throughout consistent with age and use. Neon is partially functional: "Dixon" lights in yellow and the shield lights … moreShows wear throughout consistent with age and use. Neon is partially functional: "Dixon" lights in yellow and the shield lights in blue; the "Jaycees" lettering does not illuminate. The sign requires repair before full functionality can be restored. Case shows scuffs, surface wear, and handling marks. less
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