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
Creators
Place of Creation
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
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