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Golden Gate Bridge Inaugural Street Banner, 1937.
Auction Date: February 20, 2021
Estimate: Estimate: 800 - 1200
Sold for: $1,080
Lot: 108
Long street-light hanging banner the top panel with WELCOME VISITORS / GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE 1937 with bridge illustration, all in blue on a white ground the lower panel with red, white, and blue vertical stripes composing a majority of the piece.
Approximate dimensions: 95 high x 15 inches wide..
Condition: Excellent condition considering age and use. The white stripe with a series of very small holes throughout, and some darkening. The top section with darkening to the white ground. Minor wear to the blue lettering.
This banner would have likely lined the streets of San Francisco near the bridge in celebration of its opening.