Abstract: An automobile display plate protector and display assembly comprises a rear mounting box capable of being affixed directly onto an automobile license plate receiving mount and having a reflective interior surface, at least one light bulb mounted within the box by a standard light bulb fixture, a means for providing electrical power to bulb comprising a wire connected to a power source, and a shield assembly comprising an inner translucent shield and an outer translucent shield plate capable of receiving an automobile license plate intermediate to them, the inner and outer shield plates are outwardly bowed thereby forming a curved rather than a flat front surface, and the shield assembly being attachable to the box.