VINTAGE TAKE-A-NUMBER TAG Metal Deli Butcher Bakery

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This may be the ultimate found object, a metal take-a-number tag that was probably used in a butcher shop, deli or bakery many decades past. Printed black on ivory, the text reads: PLEASE DO NOT CARRY AWAY Your TAK-A-NUMBER is 56 THANK YOU FOR WAITING Davis Co. - P.O.Box 224 - Burlington Wis. Both sides are the same. The tag measures about 2 1⁄4âe X 3 7/8âe. This item was used, so as you would expect, it displays a few bumps and dings. The paint has been worn off along each of the edges, which are smooth and not sharp. I found a nice lot of these quite a while ago and only a few are left. Somehow, t were 2 of the #56 tag, so you can purchase one or both. ABOUT ME: Green Paper Packages offers vintage papers and collectibles, especially chosen for artists. Although currently stored in a non-smoking home, my collections have come from a variety of sources, and some items may not have been stored in ideal conditions. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns about any of these vintage goods. Please see my other offerings for wonderful vintage paper and intriguing found objects, as well as other great assemblage and journaling supplies. PAYMENT When you're purchasing multiple items, or bidding on my other auctions, I'm happy to create a consolidated invoice for you. I accept payments through Paypal only and prefer read more