License Plate of George Molchan, the Oscar Mayer Mascot "Little Oscar," 1997
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Artifact Overview
Oscar Mayer, a Chicago-based maker of processed meat products, sent its first Wienermobile out on the road in 1936 as an advertising gimmick. With it, the company sent "Little Oscar," the "World's Smallest Chef," to spread goodwill. This license plate belonged to George Molchan, the company's last "Little Oscar," who portrayed the character from 1951-1987.
Artifact Details
Artifact
License plate
Date Made
1997
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2009.17.11
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Family of George A. Molchan.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Tin (Metal)
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Stamping (Forming)
Color
Green
Orange (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 6.125 in
Width: 12 in
Inscriptions
On front: OSCAR- M1/ FLORIDA
On sticker, top left: FLORIDA/ JUN
On sticker, top right: 97/ 03910836
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