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American Petroliana, On the Road

Tue, Sep 10, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 228

Collection Of Motor Oil Signs

Estimate: $300 - $500

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$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
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$50,000 $5,000
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Collection Of Motor Oil Signs, Mid 20th Century,
One Quaker State Motor Oil tombstone-shaped double-sided sign. Text on each side of the sign is the same and reads: Quaker State Motor Oil Certified – Guaranteed. Permit No. 50 | Trade Marks Reg. U.S. Pat. Off. Sign also stamped: Property Of Quaker State.


One double-sided tin sign advertising Fram. Side one reads: Fram Complete Engine Protection | Oil - Air - Fuel Filters. Side two has a graphic and logo and reads: How’s Your Oil Filter? Oil - Air Fuel Filters.

One single-sided tin sign advertising The Quality Line from Texaco. Sign reads: Improve your car’s beauty and performance.

Dimensions:
Largest: H: 17 1/4 x W: 16 in.

Proceeds to benefit the Summit County Humane Society and The American Cancer Society.

Condition

Quaker State sign has some scratches through text on either side of the sign, as well as additional areas of paint loss, grime and wear. Frame sign has some discoloration and paint loss near holes, as well as surface scratching. Texaco sign has some pitting and discoloration. All three signs exhibit wear, grime and use commensurate with age. Gray’s Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any errors or omissions.

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From a private NE Ohio single-owner collection.