Old Illinois Plates Appraisal

Pair of 1975 Illinois License Plates

This is a matching pair of vintage 1975 Illinois vehicle license plates featuring the alphanumeric sequence RE 8549. The plates are constructed from embossed sheet metal, measuring approximately 6 by 12 inches. They follow the specific design aesthetic of the mid-1970s with a vibrant yellow background and dark black embossed lettering. At the top of each plate, the year '19' and '75' flank the state name 'ILLINOIS'. The bottom center features the embossed state slogan 'LAND OF LINCOLN'. These plates appear to be authentic government-issued artifacts for passenger or recreational vehicles. Regarding condition, both plates show significant signs of age-related wear. The top plate exhibits heavy oxidation and rust, particularly along the bottom left corner and edges, with visible paint loss and surface pitting. The bottom plate is in slightly better structural condition but still displays surface grime, minor scratches, and localized spots of rust around the mounting holes. Both plates retain four oval-shaped mounting apertures. The presence of a matched pair increases the interest for collectors of automobilia and license plate enthusiasts (ALPCA members) seeking historical regional artifacts from the Land of Lincoln.