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RARE Vintage Queen's Chemists Porcelain Enamel Sign Bombay India 35x20 Advertis

RARE Vintage Queen's Chemists Porcelain Enamel Sign Bombay India 35x20 Advertis
RARE Vintage Queen's Chemists Porcelain Enamel Sign Bombay India 35x20 Advertis
RARE Vintage Queen's Chemists Porcelain Enamel Sign Bombay India 35x20 Advertis
RARE Vintage Queen's Chemists Porcelain Enamel Sign Bombay India 35x20 Advertis
RARE Vintage Queen's Chemists Porcelain Enamel Sign Bombay India 35x20 Advertis

RARE Vintage Queen's Chemists Porcelain Enamel Sign Bombay India 35x20 Advertis
This is an exceptional and highly collectible piece of Indian advertising history-an original porcelain enamel sign from Queen's Chemists, a prominent pharmaceutical company once located on Queen's Road in Bombay (now Mumbai). This sign dates from the mid-20th century, making it a genuine artifact from the era of the British Raj and the early years of independent India.

Its striking red, white, and black design and dual-product advertising make it a unique and valuable find for collectors of vintage signs, pharmaceutical antiques, and Indian historical memorabilia. A true vitreous enamel sign, crafted by fusing powdered glass onto a heavy metal plate. This process gives it superior durability and color vibrancy compared to simple tin signs.

The sign dates to the. Era, a key period of transition in India.

It features the company name "Queen's Chemists" and its address on "Queen's Road, Bombay, " placing it historically before the name change to Mumbai in 1995. The sign promotes two of the company's key products, both with English and Hindi descriptions. "Germskutter" : Marketed as a cure for itches, ringworm, eczema, and all other cognate skin diseases. The Hindi translation reinforces its effectiveness. "Queen's Balm" : Advertised in Hindi as a remedy for every kind of body pain. The sign measures approximately 35 inches in height and 20 inches in width. This is a rare example of original Indian advertising from this period, making it a sought-after piece for serious collectors.
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