 Rare! Columbia Batteries Tin Sign W/ Devil Graphic
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A very rare 1920's Columbia Batteries Embossed Tin Sign. Sign is in excellent condition, with very light areas of wear along the outer edge. Sign is Maker-Marked Shonk Works Chicago. Measures 20" X 14". Overall, an excellent example of this hard to find piece. $3950 shipped, OBO. Please call or PM for any questions. John 909.851.6993   
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Nice sign but what is its connection to petroliana?
Jack Sim
Author, 1st & 2nd editions of Gas Pump ID book, 3rd edition is now available at www.gaspumpbible.comAir Meter ID book also available
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Auto - Related Battery Advertisements dont meet the guidelines for Petroliana?
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But that's not a car battery - or a sign selling car batteries.
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I believe Columbia Dry Cell Ignition Batteries were advertised as,
"The Vital Spark Of Life To Thousands Of Autos, Trucks, Motorboats & Farm Engines".........
Thanks for all of your invaluable input, always such a helpful crowd.
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Jack, I think you need to go drink a few beers, throw some darts and chill a little,lol!
Looking for early Pure Oil Company items(Energee,Detonox,Puritan)as well as any Woco Pep items.
Looking for graphic quart cans for my collection.
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Petroliana or not, thats a beautiful sign. Out of my league, but nice none the less
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Always liked, Awesome graphics on this sign.
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