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Original Tin Arrol-Johnston Empire Motor Car Advertising Sign


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Lot Details

Size 45cm L x 34cm H. Vintage Arrol-Johnston Empire Motor Car advertising sign, built for New Zealand, agents Percy J. Douglass, New Plymouth. PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO IN-HOUSE POSTAGE OPTION FOR THIS AUCTION. If you are interested in having an item shipped, please send photos/details to one of the couriers below for a quote. All shipping arrangements and payments are to be made directly with the courier. JOHN – South Island Couriers 📞 027 768 8447 (North & South Island) REUBEN – Intercity Logistics 📞 021 0850 8015 (North Island) JASON – Bid Rider 📞 027 243 7433 (North & South Island) Alternatively, you are welcome to organise shipping with your own preferred courier.

Original Tin Arrol-Johnston Empire Motor Car Advertising Sign Image 1++
Original Tin Arrol-Johnston Empire Motor Car Advertising Sign Image 1++
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