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I was looking at ebay auction 230210995758 and the seller is listing the sign as an original. I have a sign that looks exactly the same and I was sure it was a reproduction. Are there any experts out there that know how to tell the difference on this one? Here's a picture of the ebay sign

its a repo.

I agree with Russ.

I would call it a fantasy sign as I do not believe Gulf ever used this logo on a sign this size. In any case it is not a vintage piece.

It looks just like my "Ande Rooney" Gulf sign, same size also. Except mine still has the paper on the back stating it is a sign made by the "Ande Rooney Company". I contacted the seller, will see if they answer and their tone, if they do answer. I too got a reply and it does seem as if he was taken. Hopefully he didn't pay too much for this sign and will stop this auction.

[This message has been edited by Bob Richards (edited 01-13-2008).]

i contacted him thru ebay and he said he got it at ohio gas in 06.he genuinly seemed to not know it was a repro.we 'll see if he changes the listing.

[This message has been edited by oldnfuelish (edited 01-13-2008).]

I see that he is now calling it a "collector" sign and going forward with the auction. Still says it is an "original". Makes me think he knew what it was all a long and was hoping that no one would comment on it. He knows that the sign has been discussed here. Looks as if bidders are taking a closer look at this sign, top bidder just pulled their bid and believe they won't be the only one to do so.

[This message has been edited by Bob Richards (edited 01-13-2008).]

thanks for the info everyone, it looks like someone is going to get screwed on this one, the bidding is up to $56. The seller should be more honest considering a couple of us have already emailed him about the authenticity of the sign.

I don't believe it this sign is now up over $128. Using the words "Collector sign" is like catnip to an old cat. lol