Texaco Gasoline Motor Oil Porcelain Advertising Sign
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Texaco Gasoline Motor Oil Porcelain Advertising Sign
By:Texaco (The Texas Company)
Style:Petroliana / Advertising Memorabilia
Origin:United States
Materials:Porcelain enamel over metal
Age:circa 1930s-1950s
Condition:Fair (substantial rusting, enamel loss, and several mounting holes; surface wear indicative of authentic age and use)
Value:$400 - $900 (at auction, depending on condition and rarity)
Maker's Marks / Writing:Features: TEXACO, REG. T.M., MADE BY THE TEXAS COMPANY.
Date:2025-07-03 12:40:55.946918
Description:
A large, round, vintage porcelain sign featuring the iconic Texaco red star with green 'T', promoting Texaco gasoline and motor oil. The sign displays bold red, white, and green coloring, with visible authentic rust, chipping, and mounting holes consistent with age and outdoor use. These signs were often displayed at gas stations across America during the mid-20th century.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A classic and highly collectible example of American petroliana, with strong appeal among advertising and automobilia collectors. Surface rust and wear are typical for outdoor signs of this age, and add to its authenticity. Value is somewhat diminished due to heavy rusting and missing porcelain in areas, but remains a desirable collector's item.
Individual Images:
The image provides a close-up of the surface rust
enamel loss
and mounting holes
confirming weather exposure. The graphics and text remain largely legible
which benefits display value. Wear and authenticity indicators such as rust around the mounting holes
and scattered chipping
support a positive authenticity assessment.
Provenance:
No provenance documents visible; appraisal based on photographic evidence only.
Condition:
Fair (substantial rusting, enamel loss, and several mounting holes; surface wear indicative of authentic age and use)
Identification Score: 98%
The design, logo, and material are all consistent with vintage Texaco porcelain advertising signs that were popular in mid-20th century America. Visible aging and construction details reinforce authenticity.
Authenticity Score: 85%
The heavy rust, chipping patterns, and weathered mounting holes strongly suggest original age and outdoor display. Fonts, graphics, and coloration are in line with period originals, though precise dating would require in-person enamel and construction checks. No overt signs of recent reproduction are visible.
Image Memory Note
Texaco round porcelain sign with significant rust and chipping, outdoor display wear; red, white, green color scheme and classic star logo.
Keywords
Texaco, gasoline sign, motor oil, petroliana, advertising memorabilia, porcelain sign, United States, vintage sign, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s
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