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Offered is an excellent original matching pair of vintage Missouri passenger license plates, registration HX0 416, retaining their period 1991 Missouri registration/expiration stickers.
These are genuine state-issued embossed metal plates, not reproductions. They feature the classic dark background with raised reflective characters and Missouri\'s famous “SHOW-ME STATE” slogan across the bottom.
The Missouri “Show-Me State” slogan has a long association with the state and its license plates.
What makes this set especially appealing is that both plates survive together with the same registration number and their original 1991 tabs still attached. One yellow 1991 tab remains remarkably legible, including MISSOURI, 91, and the printed registration information. The corresponding tab on the second plate is substantially worn/deteriorated but remains present.
The plates also retain their original MAY expiration designation at upper left.
Condition
Very good original vintage condition overall. The fronts retain strong dark background color and bright raised lettering. There are scattered scratches, scuffs, mounting-hole wear, edge wear, small paint losses and other signs of actual vehicle use.
The 1991 registration sticker on one plate is exceptionally well preserved and clearly readable. The sticker on the second plate is heavily worn, cracked and partially deteriorated, as clearly shown in the photographs.
The backs show normal scratches, oxidation, discoloration and mounting/use marks consistent with age.
No attempt has been made to restore, repaint, clean or replace the registration stickers. Sold exactly as photographed. Please review all photographs carefully for condition.
Please review photos for exact condition.
Shipped in rigid mailer with cardboard protection to prevent bending.
