Shell "Motor Oil" Bottle, circa 1934

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Artifact Overview

The Royal Dutch Shell Group was formed in 1907. From its home market in Europe, Shell came to North America in stages. The company established its Canadian subsidiary, Shell Canada Limited, in 1911. Shell's distinctive logo, a yellow and red pecten shell, helped establish its brand identity throughout the world.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Bottle

Date Made

circa 1934

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2018.23.3

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Shell Oil Company.

Material

Glass (Material)

Color

Colorless

Dimensions

Height: 15.375 in
Diameter: 3 in
Volume: 1 qt

Inscriptions

around top of bottle: ONE IMPERIAL QUART on front of bottle: FILLED TO LINE / SHELL / SHELL MOTOR OIL / SHELL OIL COMPANY / OF CANADA LIMITED around bottom of bottle: GUARANTEED DELIVERY / ONE IMPERIAL QUART on bottom of bottle: DESIGN REC'D / 1933