I just acquired this authentic City of Chicago Stop Sign. It is the first item purchased from an incoming lead due to this blog. It is as authentic as it gets. The front of the sign is marked "City of Chicago 2000". The back has decals and graffiti that have been painted over numerous times. The base appears to be much older and is embossed with "City of Chicago".
Modern stop signs are not that hard to come by with a little searching. They typically range from $25-$50 depending on the size and condition. Older Stop Signs from the sixties and earlier draw a premium. They are made with heavier gauge metal that is embossed (See the smaller stop sign directly below). Also commanding a premium are signs like that that are marked with a major city like Chicago.
Modern stop signs are not that hard to come by with a little searching. They typically range from $25-$50 depending on the size and condition. Older Stop Signs from the sixties and earlier draw a premium. They are made with heavier gauge metal that is embossed (See the smaller stop sign directly below). Also commanding a premium are signs like that that are marked with a major city like Chicago.