This sign was hidden underneath a 1970s-era discount store sign, which was in turn hidden under a recent 99-cent store sign on 14th Street near 7th Avenue.
The space is for rent.
Maybe, with the economy still in downswing, we'll be able to enjoy Dapper Dan a little while longer.
Thanks for posting that! I love it when the city's past gets unveiled. That sign makes me wonder what it must have been like to live here when that store was new (certainly before my day!) Hope the sign stays there until next week so I can get some shots of it.
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I have never been to New York, you are like having a personal guide into places that have become special to me thanks
stunning! Man, how do you find this stuff
and is it still there?
Was this the 99-cent store next to the wonderful doughnut shop?
Thanks for posting that! I love it when the city's past gets unveiled. That sign makes me wonder what it must have been like to live here when that store was new (certainly before my day!) Hope the sign stays there until next week so I can get some shots of it.
nice, you got a sharp eye man.
thanks and yes, it's still there. i just took the pics on wednesday. it's on 14th, i think between 6th and 7th.
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