I parked near this building to make a quick run into a drug store. I've been near this building many times but this was the first time I noticed the white eagle emblem on the side of the building.
I recognized that emblem immediately but it took a moment for me realize it was actually from the past. The building houses a branch of Chase Bank but many years ago it was a local bank called Valley National Bank. That eagle over the octagon was the trademark for Valley National Bank. That bank was merged into Chase Bank back in the 90's. I was so used to seeing those 'eagles' that it never registered that they represent a different bank altogether.
It's amazing how symbols from the past can quietly linger in plain sight, carrying memories that resurface when we least expect them.
ReplyDeleteIt is good to see the symbols outlasted the merger.
ReplyDeleteIt is a nice emblem, Sharon.
ReplyDeleteNice to see the past blend with the present.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting, the emblem is unique.
ReplyDeleteThe emblem is nice, it looks good there.
ReplyDeleteNice find.
ReplyDeleteGood looking always yields surprises
ReplyDeleteIt's a very stylized eagle -- I'm not sure I would have recognized it as that if you hadn't pointed it out!
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