{"product_id":"vintage-decanter-tags-by-isreal-freeman-37091","title":"Vintage Decanter Tags by Isreal Freeman \u0026 Son, 1940s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely and scarce set of six (6) vintage silver-plated liquor tags by ISF (Isreal Freeman \u0026amp; Son Ltd), 1940s. This tags are extremely solid and heavier in weight and feature a raised floral pattern. ISF made these is both a sterling silver and silver-plated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTags included: Scotch, Brandy, Gin, Whiskey, Vodka, Bourbon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bit about this vintage manufacturer: Israel Freeman \u0026amp; Son Ltd was a 19th-century British silversmith and luxury import-export company founded by Israel Freeman in 1878, known for its high-quality sterling silver and silver-plated tableware and ornamental pieces. The company expanded into import-export in the early 20th century, dealing with luxury goods like glassware and ceramics, and had operations in both London and New York by the 1920s. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks: \"ISF\" is embossed on the back of each tag along with a fist holding a hammer (their company logo). A \"Japan\" can also be found on some of the back of the tags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLEASE NOTE on the \"JAPAN\" hallmark\/sticker: many vintage items that were made in the late 1940s and 1950s are hallmarked \"Japan\" or \"Made in Japan\" or \"Occupied Japan\". After World War II, the Allied forces occupied Japan for seven years. During the occupation period, most Japanese goods imported to the U.S. carried this mark (but not all). During the Occupation period, from 1945 to 1952, U.S. customs required goods imported from Japan stamped with \"Occupied Japan.\" Also, many items that were made in the 1960s and early 1970s will also bare the hallmarks \"Japan\" or \"Made in Japan\". We explain this as a previous buyer was worried a \"Japan\" hallmark meant the item wasn't vintage\/made during the time period indicated. Cheers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition overall but with VERY noticeable signs of age and wear. Here's a full summary:\u003cbr\u003e1) All chains show age and tarnish\u003cbr\u003e2) The backs of the tags show tarnish as well as some wear to the silver-plating (the back of the Whiskey tag show the most)\u003cbr\u003e3) General age that comes purely from time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short, these tags are in good vintage condition but show quite a bit of age and tarnish and some wear. All chains are fastened securely. Cheers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**On shipping: We take our packaging very seriously and carefully wrap all pieces to ensure safe delivery. If purchasing multiple pieces, we'll combine shipping to a single box. These tags will weigh over 1 pound, once safely packaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e****Important to note pre-purchase: Buyers, please examine all photos carefully as we cannot accept returns due to the fragile nature (the possibility of breakage or damage when being shipped back) of our vintage\/antique pieces. Our items are true vintage pieces that might have manufacturers flaws, flaws from age, or imperfections in general from being vintage. We try to explain the condition\/description in an accurate and thorough manner but we ask that you please examine all photos carefully and ask all questions before purchasing an item as we are unable to accept returns due to the risk of breakage\/damage. Cheers!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern Vintage Wares","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51648508526903,"sku":null,"price":148.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/5974\/5605\/files\/il_fullxfull.7206532518_60ec.jpg?v=1770148754","url":"https:\/\/southernvintagewares.com\/products\/vintage-decanter-tags-by-isreal-freeman-37091","provider":"Southern Vintage Wares","version":"1.0","type":"link"}