miroslav_1/istockphotoVintage advertising signs have become cherished collectibles that offer a unique glimpse into the past. These items are more than just relics — for collectors, they’re a ...

Advertising sign, Bollinger Champagne, bottle, ship, S.S. Constitution leaving harbor, oil on canvas, frame, circa 1930, 38 by 53 inches, $1,680.

A ghost sign, that is. These signs are the faded, often barely legible, advertisements painted on the sides of stores years ago. It was an inexpensive and readily available advertising space.

Vintage business signs could be saved under proposed ordinance The proposal aims to protect Chicago’s most iconic “vintage signs,” such as the Grace’s Furniture sign in Logan Square.

Cherished by motorcycle enthusiasts and collectors of vintage advertising memorabilia, these signs stand out for their rugged appeal and connection to the iconic American brand. A Harley-Davidson ...