Item Report
Vintage Industrial Red Metal Safety Gas Cans
By: Unknown manufacturer (likely Eagle, Justrite, or similar industrial supply brand)
Style: Industrial, Mid-20th Century
Origin: United States
Materials: Painted steel (metal), wire handles
Age: Circa 1940s–1960s
Condition: Good (moderate paint loss, surface rust, consistent with use; structurally sound)
Value: $40–$90 (per can, depending on condition and maker)
Maker's Marks / Writing: Not visible or legible in the image provided.
Date: 2025-06-19 14:41:23.948439
Description:
A group of three vintage industrial safety gasoline cans, commonly used in workshops and factories for the storage and controlled pouring of small quantities of flammable liquids. The cans are constructed of painted steel, finished in a characteristic red coating (standard for safety containers). Each can is fitted with a hinged lid and locking spout mechanism, as well as a wire-carry handle designed for easy transport and spill prevention.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
These safety cans are well-preserved examples of utilitarian mid-century industrial design. Their distinctive red paint and form make them interesting vintage collectibles, appealing to decorators and collectors of industrial relics. Value is modest but higher for cans with visible maker’s marks or in excellent condition.
Individual Images:
- Image is slightly blurry
- especially on the details of the handles and locking mechanisms. No close-ups or manufacturer’s markings are visible; additional clear photos may reveal important maker’s marks that could impact value. All three cans exhibit notable surface wear
- dings
- and paint loss typical for their age and use.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Good (moderate paint loss, surface rust, consistent with use; structurally sound)
Identification Score: 85%
The shape, color, and hardware clearly identify these as vintage safety gas cans, common in American industrial settings. The overall form and wear are consistent with mid-20th century examples. The image is a bit blurry, which precludes full certainty about subtle maker’s marks or dating.
Authenticity Score: 80%
Age-appropriate wear, construction, and style indicate authenticity, but the lack of visible branding or clear detail prevents a higher confidence rating.
Image Memory Note
Three mid-20th century red industrial safety gas cans, wire handles, moderate wear, no visible maker’s marks, possibly American origin.
Keywords
vintage, industrial, safety can, gasoline can, red metal, mid-century, United States
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