"Super Shell" Button
THF176338 / "Super Shell" Button
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Artifact Overview
The Royal Dutch Shell Group was formed in 1907. From its home market in Europe, Shell came to the United States in stages between 1912 and 1929. The company's distinctive logo, a yellow and red pecten shell, helped establish its identity in America. Shell advertised its fuels and motor oils with promotional giveaways like buttons, coasters, and hang tags.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Button (Information artifact)
Date Made
1934-1939
Creators
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2018.23.9
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Shell Oil Company.
Material
Metal
Color
Light blue
Red
Dark blue
White (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 0.188 in
Diameter: 1.25 in
Inscriptions
on front:
SUPER SHELL
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