Neon Sign - Images of Neon Signs

Images of Neon Signs

  • Helium

  • Neon

  • Argon (with Mercury)

  • Krypton

  • Xenon

  • A deteriorated, 1950s era sign typical of Googie architecture; "Ships" was a chain of coffee shops in Los Angeles.

  • Original Whitey's Restaurant "EAT" sign in Arlington, VA

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