1949 DeSoto Deluxe Custom Lighted Hood Ornament Lucite Emblem Original
Description
Original 1949 DeSoto Deluxe / Custom Lighted Hood Ornament with Lucite Indian/DeSoto Medallion
Outstanding original 1949 DeSoto hood ornament featuring the dramatic postwar Art Deco streamlined design and distinctiveround lighted portrait medallion.
The ornament has long sweeping chrome fins terminating at the circular translucent insert containing the portrait ofHernando de Soto. This illuminated ornament was one of the most distinctive styling features used on the 1949 DeSoto.
Condition
Good original unrestored condition with bright, attractive chrome overall. There is normal age-related wear including light scratches, spotting, pitting and areas of plating deterioration.
The original translucent medallion remains present but showssubstantial age-related crazing/cracking throughout the plastic, clearly visible in the photographs. This is an important condition issue and is being fully disclosed.
The lighting system hasnot been tested, and no representation is made that it currently operates.
Please examine all photographs carefully for exact cosmetic condition.
Black display stand shown in the photographs is NOT included.
Final Sale No Returns
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