Thousands of these black-and-yellow signs still remain on structures throughout the city’s five boroughs, marking locations where New Yorkers could take refuge from the deadly radioactivity of a nuke - more than 50 years ago.īack then, these shelters were mostly concrete windowless rooms packed with canned goods and water supplies to sustain people for days - but they were never all they were cracked up to be in terms of protection. But if an atomic bomb does explode in the city, experts advise against taking cover in a building with a fallout shelter sign. Please remember these signs are 50 years old and may contain minor blemishes.The box is is for reference purposes only and not included in the sale.This summer, New York City officials released a public service announcement about what people should do in case of nuclear Armageddon. We have a good supply of these so if you are interested in multiple signs please email and a private auction can be set up.If you have any questions please ask. ![]() This has 4 small mounting holes, one in each corner. Printed at the bottom of the sign in small print it says "DOD FS NO.2 (NOT TO BE REPRODUCED OR USED WITHOUT DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PERMISSION". The signs are made of galvanized steel They were screen printed the fashioned way black print first and then the yellow over that Each sign is 10"x14" and weighs 12 oz. These were shipped to Fort McHenry in Baltimore Md. ![]() This your chance to own a real piece of American history.This is a new old stock sign from the the 1960's The information on the box states manufactured after July 5, 1962. Item: 203310557791 $29 Fallout shelter sign original not a reproduction FREE SHIPPING !.
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