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📝 Description
This vintage matchbook cover advertises MAYE’S, a long-established restaurant formerly located at 1233 Polk Street, San Francisco, California. The design features classic red lettering and seafood-themed artwork, promoting seafood, charcoal-broiled steaks and chops, and cocktails.
The matchbook highlights the business’s long history, noting it was famous since 1867, and reflects traditional San Francisco dining culture centered around seafood and classic steakhouse fare.
📚 Fun Facts
Maye’s was known as part of San Francisco’s historic restaurant scene, with roots dating back to the 19th century. Establishments like this helped define the city’s reputation for seafood dining well before the modern restaurant era.
🎯 Collector Appeal
Appeals to collectors of vintage matchbook covers, San Francisco restaurant memorabilia, seafood and steakhouse advertising, and historic California dining establishments.
⭐ Features
Business Name: Maye’s
Type: Restaurant
Street Address: 1233 Polk Street
City: San Francisco
State: California
Manufacturer: Diamond Match Div., Springfield, Massachusetts
Design Elements: Red typography, seafood illustration
Era: Mid-20th century (based on manufacturer imprint and design style)
✅ Condition
Vintage, pre-owned condition with visible wear consistent with age. Creases and surface wear present. Matches removed.
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