An antique English price tag made of painted metal, circular in shape with a trilobed head, marked "1/8" in contrasting black lettering on a white background. This type of tag was used in British grocery stores and shops in the late 19th and very early 20th centuries to indicate prices in shillings and pence, according to the pre-decimal monetary system. The metal stake allowed for direct attachment to bins, baskets, or counter displays. The simple and balanced lettering, typical of the Edwardian period, makes it both a practical and highly decorative object.
✦ Origin: England ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1900-1910 ✦ Dimensions: Approximately 11.5 × 19 cm (including spike) ✦ Material: Painted metal ✦ Condition: Used condition, visible wear and stains on the painted surface, old patina on the reverse and on the stem.
Authentic British grocery counter accessory, ideal for a collection of vintage signage, a "so British" display case or Edwardian-inspired shop decor.
