Vintage 1950s Hires Root Beer Embossed Metal Sign Donaldson Art Sign Co 27\" NM For Sale

Original Vintage 1950s Hires Root Beer Embossed Metal Advertising Sign

Manufacturer: The Donaldson Art Sign Co., Covington, KY

Dimensions: 27" x 9.5" inches

stunning, 100% original mid-century Hires Root Beer single-sided embossed metal advertising sign. This authentic piece features the classic slogan "Have a Hires and Refresh" alongside the iconic black bullseye logo reading "Made with Roots • Barks • Herbs". It proudly bears the original manufacturer's mark stamped clearly along the lower margin: "The Donaldson Art Sign Co., Cov., Ky."

Condition Report (Near-Mint / Investment Quality):

This sign is in truly exceptional, collector-grade condition and appears to have spent decades carefully stored away from the elements.

• Front Graphics: The paint is incredibly vibrant with a mirror-like original factory gloss. The cream, teal, and red colors remain deeply saturated with no fading.

• Embossing: The raised lettering and central graphics are crisp, straight, and structurally perfect.

• Edges & Corners: The borders are remarkably clean with no major chipping, bending, or warped mounting holes.

• Reverse Side: The unpainted back is exceptionally clean, remaining completely solid and free of the heavy rust pitting or moisture damage typically found on signs of this era.

Please review the high-resolution photos provided to verify the incredible condition