Steve,
This isn't a great help but if I'm understanding your question, these do bring some legitimacy to the funny looking "r".
Both these decals from the mid 80's (which far as I know are authentic) have that "r" like that.

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Last edited by Steven C.; Wed Jan 03 2018 02:06 AM.
Steve Coppens
Always interested in Sunoco items!
Really want a Sunoco National pump ad glass!!