Blue Sunoco Pump Sign
Made in U.S.A. 1940 - 1956. Single-sided porcelain (SSP). Die-cut. Featuring Sunoco's premium gasoline brand Blue Sunoco. The Blue Sunoco brand was launched by the Sun Oil Company in 1927. It was called "Blue" because the company added a blue dye to its premium gas, allowing motorists to identify it through the glass cylinders of visible gas pumps. These signs were made in Canada and the United States with this being a United States produced example. Marked, "FORM A-2157" "Made in U.S.A" lower edge 8" x 12.25". Authenticated by The Authentication Company (TAC #501904). All items are guaranteed authentic by Miller & Miller Auctions. From the Barry Yorgason Collection.
Condition
Very good colour and gloss. Minor edge chips.
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Made in U.S.A. 1940 - 1956. Single-sided porcelain (SSP). Die-cut. Featuring Sunoco's premium gasoline brand Blue Sunoco. The Blue Sunoco brand was launched by the Sun Oil Company in 1927. It was called "Blue" because the company added a blue dye to its premium gas, allowing motorists to identify it through the glass cylinders of visible gas pumps. These signs were made in Canada and the United States with this being a United States produced example. Marked, "FORM A-2157" "Made in U.S.A" lower edge 8" x 12.25". Authenticated by The Authentication Company (TAC #501904). All items are guaranteed authentic by Miller & Miller Auctions. From the Barry Yorgason Collection.
Condition
Very good colour and gloss. Minor edge chips.