Texaco Gasoline Motor Oil Porcelain Advertising Sign
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Texaco Gasoline Motor Oil Porcelain Advertising Sign
By:The Texas Company (Texaco)
Style:Vintage American Petroliana
Origin:United States
Materials:Porcelain enamel on metal
Age:Circa 1930s-1950s
Condition:Good (visible rust, chipping and surface wear consistent with original outdoor use; not professionally restored)
Value:$700-$1,200 (auction estimate, depending on exact date, condition, and size)
Maker's Marks / Writing:Texaco logo, 'MADE BY THE TEXAS COMPANY', and 'GASOLINE MOTOR OIL' script on the front.
Date:2025-07-03 13:14:34.269255
Description:
A vintage round porcelain advertising sign for Texaco Gasoline Motor Oil. The sign features a large red star with a green 'T' at the center, encircled by the words 'GASOLINE' and 'MOTOR OIL.' The sign bears the branding 'MADE BY THE TEXAS COMPANY.' Notable for its vibrant red, green, and white colors with classic mid-century Americana graphics. Signs of age such as rust, chipping, and oxidation are present, which are common in original examples.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a classic example of mid-20th-century American advertising, highly desired by collectors of petroliana. The visible rust and chipping are consistent with authentic outdoor use and add to its vintage appeal. Original Texaco signs from this era with this level of aging are increasingly sought after.
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Provenance:
No specific provenance provided; standard vintage collectible.
Condition:
Good (visible rust, chipping and surface wear consistent with original outdoor use; not professionally restored)
Identification Score: 98%
The distinctive Texaco red star logo, lettering, and porcelain material make this almost certainly an original Texaco advertising sign. High confidence due to well-known design and wear patterns.
Authenticity Score: 85%
The visible rust, oxidation, and porcelain chipping are consistent with authentic vintage outdoor signage rather than modern reproductions. While some high-quality fakes exist, the evident weathering and construction details add confidence in its authenticity.
Image Memory Note
Iconic Texaco porcelain sign; has considerable age wear, with characteristic rust and chips especially near mounting holes.
Keywords
Texaco, gasoline, motor oil, porcelain sign, American, vintage advertising, petroliana, The Texas Company, collectible
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