Vintage Ruby Glass "Exit" Globe frontier meaning this sign was suspended

meaning this sign was suspended and meant to be seen from both sides

the interior features a beautiful and rare japanned copper finish sought after by collectors

The machine features a geared rotary drum with inking mechanism

MM - C-17377 - 100625

less bold neon signage in the 1920s onward

Vintage Ruby Glass "Exit" Globe frontier meaning this sign was suspendedRed cased glass exit light globe of spherical form with acid etched white "EXIT" lettering wrapping around the body. The globe features a polished ground fitter opening designed to mount over an illuminated exit fixture, allowing the internal light source to project through the ruby glass while the etched lettering remained brightly illuminated. This style of globe was commonly used in commercial buildings, theaters, schools, factories, and other