Historical cast metal hairdresser's/barber's guild plaque – 1930s, antique workshop sign with patina, 400g, rare craft badge

A rare barber's guild plaque from the early 1930s, made of heavy cast metal (400g). The relief depicts the traditional symbol of the hairdressing and beard-cutting trade, as it was displayed on barbershops, hair salons, or mobile tool cases. The surface has an authentic, antique patina with age-appropriate signs of wear.

An exceptional object for collectors of craft and guild symbols, barber history, vintage hairdressing equipment, or as a striking decorative element in interior design.

Material: Cast metal
Weight: approx. 400g
Period: early 1930s
Symbol: Hairdresser/Barber guild sign
Condition: authentic patina, commensurate with age
Context of discovery: North German workshop inventory


My shop offers several historical guild and craft plaques made of cast metal. The symbols shown come from various trades (locksmiths, blacksmiths, agriculture, mechanical engineering, state inspection marks, etc.) and can be purchased individually. Each plaque is an original workshop or guild mark from the period 1930–1960 with authentic patina.

Please note: Not every plaque in this series has foundry marks on the reverse. Some pieces were made in small workshops or regional guilds where markings were not standardized. Others show clear casting numbers or control stamps. Each plaque is an original craft or guild mark.