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

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