Service Station Attendant Cap, 1938-1949

THF176326 / Service Station Attendant Cap, 1938-1949
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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 as a national brand in America. Shell marketed everything from gasoline to motor oil to floor wax.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Cap (Headgear)

Date Made

1938-1949

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2018.23.15

Credit

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

Material

Cloth

Color

White (Color)
Yellow (Color)
Red

Dimensions

Height: 3.875 in
Length: 10.875 in
Size: 7.125 undefined

Inscriptions

on proper left side of cap: SHELL label inside: 7 1/8 / Imperial Caps / DENVER
Service Station Attendant Cap, 1938-1949