Genuine wanted posters from the so-called "Wild West" featuring real Old West outlaws are pretty rare. They were printed on cheap paper and meant to be thrown away after the fugitive was caught or killed. Luckily, a few Old West wanted posters have survived for our admiration.

These are exact replicas of actual Wanted Posters, Railway Circulars, Pinkerton Circulars, Exhibit Notices, and Vigilante Notices from about 1849 to 1900. Once a Wanted Poster Reward got big enough it usually resulted in the outlaws death or capture.

Reproduction of an 1865 reward poster for Abraham Lincoln's assassin. An 1882 wanted poster for Oliver Curtis Perry for train robbery. Created to establish rules of justice in a land where murder and pillaging ruled. Reproduction of an 1889 vigilante poster with a stern warning to criminals to stay out.

Our original old west posters are just the thing for decorating your wild west saloon, office, SASS Clubhouse, Firearms Shop, Shooting Range, or any other western themed business. Posters are all ~ 11 x 17 and are shipped flat.

These are exact replicas of original Wanted Posters, Railway Circulars, Pinkerton Circulars, Recruitment Posters, Exhibit Notices, and Vigilante Notices from about 1849 to 1900.

Jun 10, 2013 · In the classic era of the Old West—1870s and 1880s—most reward posters were just handbills or postcards sent to law enforcement officials with printed descriptions of the wanted men. No photos—although an exception was made in the case of the assassins of President Abraham Lincoln.

Mar 8, 2022 · Printable Old West wanted posters add authenticity and charm to themed parties or events, allowing you to bring the Wild West era to life in a visually appealing way.

Feb 2, 2024 · These posters, featuring bold fonts and detailed descriptions of wanted criminals, have played a significant role in shaping the public’s perception of the Wild West. They have become iconic symbols of lawlessness and rebellion, often romanticizing the figures depicted as rebellious anti-heroes.

Wanted posters for notorious outlaws of the Old West.

Jan 20, 2024 · Collecting and preserving old wanted posters, whether replicas or authentic, offers valuable insight into the lawlessness and pursuit of justice during this historical period, contributing to the documentation of the Wild West era.