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1940s-50s Auto Tire Dealership Giveaway Barware Bottle Opener Cocktail Stirrer

$ 8.44

Availability: 66 in stock
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Condition: Used
  • Modified Item: No

    Description

    -Giveaway (combination bottle opener / cocktail spoon) from an Atlanta, Georgia tire dealership active in the 1940s-50s.
    -Business was called "U.S. Tire Supply".
    -Stamped on handle of spoon:
    CALL SAM MARTLIN  VE. 5836
    "FOR THE BEST IN TIRES"
    -Stamped on bowl of spoon:
    MADE IN U.S.A.
    -Background info:
    Photo 3 shows the dealership. You can see the "For the Best in Tires" motto on the billboards.
    Photo 4 shows a dealership ad (my highlighting added). You can see the "VE. 5836" phone number.
    -Nice heavy and sturdy implement.
    -See photos to see where chrome plating has worn through.
    -Length is about 8 inches.