An iconic sign on Dublin's O'Connell Street has been restored after falling into disrepair 13 years ago.
The McDowells Happy Ring House sign was created in 1952 by sign experts Gaelite.
And now, it has been restored to its former glory due to a grant funded partially by Dublin City Council.
Gaelite were called back to complete the restoration project which began in September, with parts of the original sign used.
Sections of the letters and symbols where rust had caused damage, were re-soldered or replaced.
A four-way flasher and one-way flasher were added to animate the sign.
The lights were officially turned on by Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Alison Gilliland, who said: "I’m delighted to see the ‘Happy Ring House’ sign return to its iconic status too.
“I know lots of couples will have many fond memories of seeing it down through the years, and I hope many more happy memories can be created there in the future."
McDowells Jewellers was taken over by Weirs & Sons last year.
Nicola McDowell, a grandniece of former boss Jack McDowell, is still involved in the day-to-day running of the store.
The jewellers plans to expand a new watch store next door at Number 4, which will almost double the retail space.
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