Do Neon Signs Hold Value? Why Real Neon Can Be a Smart Investment

Are Neon Signs a Waste of Money? Not If You Buy the Right Ones.

Let’s be honest—buying a neon sign isn’t exactly a "practical" purchase. Most people don’t need one. But if you're anything like me (and if you're reading this, I’d bet you are), practicality isn’t always the point.

You want something that lights up the room. That makes your garage feel more like a showroom. That gets your friends saying, “Damn, where’d you get that?”

Still, there's that little voice: Is this smart money?
Well, here’s the truth most people overlook:

Real neon signs—when made right—actually hold their value. And in some cases, they go up.

What We’re Seeing at Auction

As a licensed auctioneer for the last 15 years and lifelong collector, I’ve seen it firsthand.

Lesser-quality reproductions—made with acrylic, spotty wiring, and thin sheet metal—still sell at auction every week. And they don’t go cheap. I’ve watched mid-tier signs pull in ridiculous amounts of money when people get going.

Now here’s where it gets interesting:

Those signs were mass-produced, often overseas, and built with materials that simply don’t hold up. And yet, because they “look cool” and fill a certain nostalgia gap, they still bring solid money.

We’ve seen Road Runner neons hit four figures. Reddy Kilowatt signs light up phones. The buyers are out there. And they know the difference.

So, what do you think will happen with a handcrafted neon sign with real porcelain enamel that actually feel real? 

Not Just Decor—A Real Asset You Can Enjoy

The beauty of buying a sign like this is that you're not parking money in something you have to hide in a drawer or keep sealed in plastic. It’s artwork. It's atmosphere. It’s a conversation piece. And if you ever need to, it can be liquidated through auction, private sale, or collector groups faster than you think.

Try doing that with a set of bar stools or a vinyl wall decal.

Why Our Signs Hold Up

We're not interested in the kind of stuff that ends up in the trash during a move. Our signs are built just like the originals—porcelain enamel, handblown neon, and real steel. If you're going to spend money, spend it on something that’s going to last and turn heads.

And if five or ten years down the road you decide to change things up? You’ll have a line of buyers waiting.

Final Thought

A sign from us isn’t just a splurge—it’s something you’ll enjoy every day. And if the day comes that you want to let it go, it won’t be a loss. In fact, it might be one of the smarter buys you've made.

Because quality doesn’t go out of style. And neither does real neon.