08-23-200808-23-2008
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBolton MA
2419
August 23, 2008 10:00 AMCalender
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Rickenbacker Automobile Sign

Sell one like this
$750$750
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2419Location: BoltonDate / Time: August 23, 2008 10:00AM

Description:

Rickenbacker Automobile Sign
Detroit, Michigan, 1922-1927
Painted metal, "Rickenbacker Car Worthy of Its Name", some finish wear, ht. 12 5/8, wd. 22 3/8 in.

Provenance: Robert W. Skinner

Eddie Rickenbacker was a race car driver in the early 1900's who joined the service in World War I to become a hero as an "ace" pilot, He later started his automobile company in Detroit, Michigan. The automobiles were well made and sales were enthusiastic until 1926. Rickenbacker closed its operation in 1927.
Estimate $500-600

Keywords

Eddie Rickenbacker, Robert W. Skinner, pilot , race car driver