1980s License Plate Appraisal

1980s Wisconsin Motorcycle License Plate (V2009)

This is a vintage Wisconsin motorcycle license plate featuring the alphanumeric registration 'V2009'. The plate is constructed from embossed aluminum with a light blue background and white painted lettering and border. It measures approximately 7 by 4 inches, standard for motorcycle registrations of the era. The top section displays 'WIS' on the left and 'APRIL' on the right, indicating a spring expiration month. Centered between these words are several stacked validation stickers, the most prominent being a yellow sticker for the year '86', which is partially torn and peeling, revealing remnants of a red '85' sticker beneath. The plate shows significant evidence of use and aging, including surface scratches, paint loss on the raised 'V2009' characters, and dark oxidation/soiling around the edges and mounting holes. There is a notable chip in the yellow sticker and some light scuffing across the blue field. This specific design style was utilized by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation during the late 1970s and 1980s. The craftsmanship is typical of mass-produced state municipal metalwork, utilizing heavy-duty stamping for durability against road debris and weather.