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Hi, Vintage Ira. You posted the exact same questions about these SHELL cans, along with the exact same photos, here in Old Gas "Value Questions" back in JANUARY. I'm sure the pricing hasn't changed that much since then, although you may have expected to get more background information at that time. Inquiries looking for very basic info happen a lot here on Old Gas, as some newcomers seek to gather copy points for a "For Sale" ad.

It would be great to see a few photos of the vintage gas station on your property. The members here enjoy seeing old gas stations that have survived to some extent. I think it gets our imaginations going back to times past that many of us lived though. John

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Gee, what a surprise! John

These were put up on deal or no deal on facebook

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I just found you guys and it seems like this is the right place to come. I just picked this up and I'm trying to figure out if it's real or if it's a reproduction piece as well as the value either way. It's a little over 11 inches long and a little over 4 inches tall. Photos are attached!

Thanks!

Hi everyone! I just joined this forum because I'm intrigued by the vast amount of knowledge you guys(and gals) have. I recently acquired a few small lots of Texaco and Havoline items including some seemingly rare ones and I look forward to learning more about them. Thanks for having me!

Looking for the two trim pieces that go on the referenced pumps doors. The pieces look similar with the exception that the one at the bottom of the door is taller than the one at the top. Both look like the one in the attached picture just below the door's window. Any help location these trim pieces would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

just a cheap poplar wood frame, it is a metal dial face

I've had this N-S-P auto polish clock for 30-40 years Decided time to see if it will keep time? Short answer no, but will try cleaning the mechanism, that may help? Coil read 900 ohms. Did a group search & a internet search, not finding much on it? My guess is late 1920's thru the 30's? Got any info?

Anyone ever seen a 40” Shell sign? I can’t find any others. It has the look of a 25” curbside but 40”

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Hello, I’m hoping members can help identify the approximate age, scarcity and current collector value of this Shell Outboard Motor Oil display carton and its contents.

My husband and I purchased a piece of land with an old gas station and repair garage on it. What began as a cleanup project has turned into something entirely different because we keep uncovering pieces of the station’s history—and admittedly, the cleanup is taking much longer now.
These items just hit differently when you find them where they were originally used and stored. Even something as ordinary as a can of lubricant was once thoughtfully designed—the colors, lettering, graphics and presentation were all created to catch a customer’s attention. Finding the cans still unopened and together in their original display carton made us stop and appreciate something we might once have overlooked.

The carton contains six one-half-pint cans of Shell Outboard Motor Oil for two-cycle engines. All six cans appear to be unopened and retain their original contents.
The cans were found together in this original Shell display carton inside an old gas station. I have not used water, chemicals, polish, rust remover or abrasive cleaning because I did not want to damage the printing, cardboard, original finish or historical integrity. I would appreciate advice if members believe any additional cleaning is appropriate; otherwise, I intend to preserve the original surfaces and patina.

The cardboard carton has age-related dirt, discoloration, edge wear, tears and surface loss. The cans show storage wear, staining and some oxidation around the rims, but the printed graphics remain visible. I have included photographs showing the carton, cans and their present condition from several angles.

What approximate decade is this Shell packaging from?
Is the original six-can display carton particularly scarce?
What would be a reasonable current collector-value range for the complete carton and six unopened cans in this condition?

Thank you in advance for any information you would be able to provide.