Vintage Olney Savings & Loan Matchbook Cover - Illinois Advertising
$ 2.11
Description
Vintage Olney Savings & Loan Matchbook Cover - Illinois Advertising. The top of the matchbook notes "National Press, Chicago - SM" as the manufacturer, indicating its production origins. Discover a piece of local history with this vintage matchbook cover from Olney Savings and Loan Association, located at 240 E. Chestnut St., Olney, Illinois 62450. This collectible features a classic dark blue background with silver-white lettering, prominently displaying the institution's name, address, and phone number (618-393-2935). The design includes a circular emblem indicating "INSURED UP TO $40,000 FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN INSURANCE CORPORATION," reflecting the banking regulations of its era. The top of the matchbook notes "National Press, Chicago - SM" as the manufacturer, indicating its production origins. The bottom edge also displays "GLOBE COVER" and "UNION STANDARDS" with associated logos, suggesting quality and ethical manufacturing practices. This item serves as a fascinating artifact of mid-20th century local advertising and financial institution branding, perfect for collectors of ephemera, Illinois history, or advertising memorabilia. This vintage matchbook cover shows expected age-related wear. It may have scuffing, edge wear, creasing, discoloration, tears, writing, sticker residue or other imperfections consistent with age and use. Please review all photos carefully, as they are considered part of the description and best represent the item's condition. Please visit or follow my store for other similar items. New items are added daily. I am happy to combine shipping if more than one item is purchased. Thanks for looking!
