i picked this up at auction thursday. it folds in half and has to punch out holes. one is out. does anyone know where this was used for. im thinking on top gas pump? i would appreciate any help

Radiator cover?

As Keith surmises is a "a winter radiator cover" for an early auto...

One finds them on Ebay occasionally...

Not sure why Shell didn't have the same shape as Pierce, SOCONY, Tydol.... etc...?

Some images of different covers:

The Shell winter front was for a mid 30s to early 40s car, that is why it is shaped that way.

Thanks Matt...

The 1st 2 that Bob posted were made for cars w/ a Crank Hole at bottom of radiator shell [ie Model T & A, etc].
SHELL was made for cars that have a Grill in front of radiator.

wow thank for alll the info. i paid $20 dont think that was bad.
glad to see a site like oldgas. where u can sell and find info on so many items

for 20. you did fine..

Nice clean item and bought at a good price.