Sunlite Diner Keychain, Sunnyside, Long Island, 1950-1959
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Artifact Overview
Local restaurant and diner owners brand various items with their establishment's name to remind customers of the dining experience. Owners usually purchase these inexpensive advertisements as promotional giveaways. The message is clear the next time the customer uses the item -- come back and have a meal.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Key chain
Date Made
1950-1959
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2019.72.531
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Richard J.S. Gutman Diner Collection.
Material
Metal
Copper (Metal)
Color
Silver (Color)
Copper (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 1.625 in
Width: 1.375 in
Length: 0.063 in
Inscriptions
on front of key chain:
SUNLITE DINER / 39TH ST. & QUEENS BLVD. / SUNNYSIDE, L.I.
on back of key chain:
KEEP ME AND NEVER GO BROKE / I BRING / GOOD LUCK
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