Here is and early Lion Pilsener Beer Sign from the Lion Brewery of New York City located in New York City, NY. This pre-prohibition era Lion Pilsener Beer Sign dates from the early 1900s era and is in good condition considering how old it is.
The sign is made of reverse-painted glass over a gold-leafed brass reflector panel mounted in a wooden frame. It was made by the Rodwell Sign Company located in Buffalo NY. Signs like this one would have been displayed on the wall of a tavern or hotel to advertising Lion Pilsener Beer to patrons.
Can you believe this exact sign was discarded in the trash? Ya, neither can we… check it out here. We purchased this sign from a gentleman who said he found on his commute to work, at the time he was pass by a Lions Club in New York City and noticed this sign sticking out of a trashcan. Upon doing a little research called us at Breweriana Aficionado and we were able to purchase it from him. The gentleman saved not only an old sign from the trash but also saved a rare piece of history.