This is an authentic vintage German enamel Fire Insurance company sign.
Vintage ca. 1950s/1960s & sourced directly from the region of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.
The sign is convex with a significant & solid covering of enamel. It’s a solid, light weight piece presenting very few but minor chips or blemishes but does show signs of standard age wear consistent with its age. Please review photos carefully.
Measurements (approximate):
Width: 5 1/2"
Height: 7 3/4"
Weight: 9 oz
DESCRIPTION:
The sign advertises the Württembergische Feuerversicherung AG (Württemberg Fire Insurance AF) & indicates the companies location "AG. IN STUTTGART," which is in Stuttgart, Germany. It further display at the top its founding year, "SEIT 1828" (Since 1828) indicating their enduring history.
HISTORY:
The companies contemporary status is that it's a part of the Wüstenrot & Württembergische AG (W&W) financial services group and is one of Germany's largest property and casualty insurers.
