{"product_id":"tampa-script-metal-boat-emblem","title":"Vintage Tampa Script Metal Boat Emblem Nameplate Badge 9 Inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Tampa script emblem is a solid die-cast metal nameplate with the kind of bold lettering used on older boats, trailers, vehicles, and equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI like this piece because it still looks like an old working badge instead of something polished into looking new. The raised script has visible age and surface wear, but the Tampa name remains easy to read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-memorabilia\" title=\"Tampa script emblem or nameplate badge\"\u003eTampa script emblem or nameplate badge\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Die-cast metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately mid-20th century, based on supplied research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLettering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised stylized Tampa script\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two pre-drilled mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e No visible maker's mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed. This style was used on boats, trailers, vehicles, and similar equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 9 inches long by 2 inches tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid vintage condition with visible wear from age and previous use. The metal has scratches, darkened areas, spotting, discoloration, and finish wear, especially around the edges and recessed areas of the lettering. Both mounting holes are present. The Tampa script remains complete and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wear works well if you want an older replacement piece that already matches the age of a vintage boat, trailer, or vehicle. For someone wanting bright, freshly polished metal, this one will show more age than they may want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScript emblems like this were commonly mounted directly to the exterior or interior panels of boats, trailers, vehicles, and other equipment. Without a maker mark or confirmed model reference, I would not assign this Tampa badge to one specific manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt could also work as a small display piece for someone collecting marine, automotive, Florida, or Tampa related memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙[\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"reading Vintage shipping policy\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e], no surprises\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece, please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI do my best to capture colors accurately, but your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"(https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how creating vintage sources pieces\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every piece\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49143130783999,"sku":"F2-T12-3359","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Tampa_script_emblem_or_nameplate_badge.jpg?v=1788459562","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/tampa-script-metal-boat-emblem","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}