Tin beer signs

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Tin beer signs are a humorous way to advertise beer brands.

Just about every bar has a tin beer sign hanging up on the wall. They add a bit of whimsy and atmosphere to the establishment. While meant to be mostly for advertising by the Beer companies, tin beer signs have becoming a hot collectible for beer enthusiasts all over.

Should beer signs be straight to the point? 

Or is it ok to add a little humor?

There are two types of beer signs: ones that feature a brand name with a logo or some picture, and ones that feature a funny joke relating to beer. I'm just curious as to which type the average beer drinker thinks is a more effective form of advertising.

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Books about Beer Memorabilia 

Must haves for any collector.

Beer is a lot more than just a drink. Over there years there has been all sorts of beer merchandise availabe. From the tin beer signs to specially designed coasters. What might suprise you is the value of some of the items. Using the books featured below you might just find out that the old beer sign you've been holding on to because it looks cool might actually be worth some money.

The World of Beer Memorabilia: Identification & Value Guide

This beautiful, 184 page deluxe, laminated cover hardbound volume will be enjoyed by every beer memorabilia collector. It contains 184 pages, 8 1/2 x 11", with more than 200 full color, gorgeous, sharp photos, many full page in size. It has '97 pricing. It is loaded with information on this collectable, with very complete item descriptions. Major topics range from early history, brewery company art, signs, trays, brewery beauties, statues, reverse glass, mugs, cans and more. It does not include every item available, but a good representative of each category. A beautiful deluxe library volume.

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Martyn Cornell's Beer Memorabilia: Collecting from the Best in the World

From popular and familiar items such as cans and bottles through to rarer collectibles such as font tops and pump clips, Beer Memorabilia is a celebration of the variety that breweriana provides. Includes How to find what you want, 300 color photos, & tips on storage and display. An invaluable companion to the serious collector.

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Beer Advertising Memorabilia

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Amazon Price: $27.50 (as of 11/29/2009) Buy Now
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I am a fan of beer, but also like to mess around on the internet in my spare time. I grew up about 5 miles away from a brewery, and spent many summers... (more)
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