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FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IS A VINTAGE” CITIES SERVICE KOOLMOTOR GASOLINE & SERVICE STATION” 11 3/4″ BY 11 3/4″ ROUND & HEAVY (OVER 1 POUND, 3 OUNCES) PORCELAIN GASOLINE & OIL PUMP PLATE ADVERTISING SIGN. THIS SIGN HAS AWESOME COLORS AND GRAPHICS THAT REMIND ME OF GOING TO CITIES SERVICE GASOLINE STATIONS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES BACK IN THE DAY. THESE CITIES SERVICE GRAPHICS AND COLORS REALLY LOOK FANTASTIC WITH THE BRIGHT GREEN, RED & WHITE COLORS. THESE GRAPHICS ARE RARE AND SELDOM SEEN AND ARE SOME OF MY FAVORITE ALONG WITH THE HEAVY OVER 1 POUND, 3 OUNCES OF PORCELAIN AND YOU HAVE A GREAT PIECE OF ADVERTISING. THIS IS A VERY HARD TO FIND SIGN IN THIS CONDITION AND DOES SHOW LIGHT USE AROUND THE HOLES BUT THE COLORS AND GLOSS ON THIS CITIES SERVICE KOOLMOTOR GASOLINE SIGN ARE THE NICEST I HAVE SEEN. THIS SIGN HAS IT ALL GREAT ADVERTISING, COLORS AND GLOSS. THIS SIGN DISPLAYS VERY WELL WITH GORGEOUS GLOSS AND LIGHT WEAR (MOSTLY TO THE BACK AND NEAR THE HOLES) AND IS MADE PORCELAIN. NOT CHEAP TIN OR THIN METAL. CHECK MY OTHER LISTINGS FOR MORE NEAT MAN CAVE & SHE SHED ITEMS AS WELL AS SOME ANTIQUES & SIGNS. SKU # PURPLE 1 -KOOL (CITIES SERVICE KOOLMOTOR GASOLINE 11 3/4 PORCELAIN SIGN).

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The Vintage Cities Service Premium Glass Sign is a classic piece of advertising memorabilia that captures the essence of the gas and oil industry. This collectible sign features a retro design and high-quality craftsmanship, making it a unique and sought-after item for vintage enthusiasts and collectors. With its nostalgic theme and premium glass material, this sign is sure to be a standout piece in any collection, showcasing the rich history and heritage of the service station era.

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Great for any collector. The Vintage Cities Outboard Motor Oil Factory Seal is a unique and original advertising sign featuring a multi-color design. This collectible piece represents the gas and oil theme, showcasing the history of service outboard motor oil production in the United States. Perfect for collectors of merchandise and memorabilia, this sign is a nostalgic and eye-catching addition to any vintage decor.

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For your consideration is a fine example of a Cities Service Porcelain Sign in Great Condition! This noteworthy sign is revered by collectors of all types, when it comes to gas, oil, and automotive advertising. This sign measures 13.5″ high, by 9.5″ wide. This is truly an amazing sign to add to your collection, the sign displays really well, and adds a lot of charm to any environment it’s used in! I’m parting with my vast collection of signs right now, including “pump plates”, “service station signs”, “lubester signs”, “automotive dealer signs”, and “aviation sign” so check out some of my other auctions for more great deals. If you’ve any questions please feel free to ask.

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This vintage 5-gallon oil can from Cities Service is a great addition to any collection. The colorful design and originality of the can make it a unique piece of advertising memorabilia. The can is in great shape and can be used as a decorative item or as a practical container for storing oil or other liquids. The brand Cities Service and the theme of Gas & Oil make it a must-have for any collector in this category. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to own this piece of history.

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Vintage 1928 original 5 Gal CITIES SERVICE Motor Oil Rocker Can Gas Service Station. This vintage 1928, 5 gallon CITIES SERVICE motor oil rocker can is a must-have for any collector or enthusiast of gas and oil memorabilia. Made for service stations of the time, this can would have been used to store and dispense motor oil for customers. Condition is good for the age, very solid, shows age appropriate wear with one side better preserved than the other, which is very common for rockers, surface scratches, rust staining, no dents or any major that would affect the overall appearance, can is empty. Perfect for display or storage, this can is in great shape with age appropriate signs of wear and tear from its previous life in service. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of automotive history with this unique and rare item. PLEASE NOTE – CAN HAS NOT BEEN CLEANED, JUICED OR WAXED – IT WILL CLEAN UP. Absolutely REMARKABLE Motor Oil Rocker, SUPER DESIRABLE and in excellent shape with attractive patina, this piece would make for a superb addition to your gas and oil advertising memorabilia collection and display. Please see detailed pictures for condition and details. Armada Antiques & Collectibles. Please see photos for details, let us know if you need additional photos for details.

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USED VINTAGE CONDITION WITH COSMETIC SCRATCHES, SCUFFS, MARKS, SOME RUST, SOME DINGS/DENTS FROM AGE, ETC. UNSURE IF WAZ INSIDE IS STILL GOOD OR NOT. PLEASE ASK IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS THANK YOU! This item is in the category “Collectibles\Advertising\Gas & Oil\Merchandise & Memorabilia\Cans & Buckets”. The seller is “bbermuda1810″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Republic of Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French Guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Dominican Republic, El Salvador.

• Brand: Cities Service
• Type of Advertising: OIL CAN
• Color: Green
• Date of Creation: 1950s
• Theme: Gas & Oil
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Modified Item: No

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The item for sale is an Original Vintage Ultra Rare Prairie Cities Buffalo Oil Can, no lid, has paint loss, rust and wear on it from age and use. With a great look to it and nice colors. May be showing some scratching and wear on it and marks, usual from age and use, please refer to photos. In excellent shape for the age, none the less! Take a look through the images for confirmation of condition. Take a look through our store for more great similar items! The item “Buffalo Oil Can Vintage Antique Tin Prairie Cities Oil Co Winnipeg Manitoba” is in sale since Monday, November 18, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Advertising\Gas & Oil\Merchandise & Memorabilia\Cans & Buckets”. The seller is “coolcaddy” and is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada.

• Type of Advertising: Oil Can
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Color: Yellow
• Brand: Prairie Cities Oil Company

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EARLY OLD 1930’S VINTAGE CITIES SERVICE OIL CAN DISPLAY RACK NON PORCELAIN SIGN. Rare hard to find 1930’s? Cities Service Oil Display Rack with cast iron emblem! If you collect Cities Service, you know that these don’t come along often. Far from perfect has some dings, scratches, a newer repaint but a rare survivor. DISPLAYS OIL CANS GREAT!! Bottom tray has a small bend in corner (see photos) Oil display rack measures approximately 37 inches tall – this is a 3 tiered rack with base. TOP TRAY IS APPROX. 9.75″ X 8.75″, MIDDLE TRAY IS 12.75″ X 9.75″, BOTTOM TRAY IS 17″ X 9.5″, BASE IS 17″ X 9.5″. CITIES SERVICE CAST IRON EMBLEM MEASURES 6″ X 6″. 3 TRAYS, BASE AND POLE ARE HEAVY STEEL. TOP TRAY HOLDS 4 ONE QUART OIL CANS, MIDDLE TRAY HOLDS SIX ONE QUART OIL CANS, BOTTOM TRAY HOLDS 8 ONE QUART OIL CANS. This display rack is heavy – A must have for the oil and gas collector. The item “EARLY OLD 1930’S VINTAGE CITIES SERVICE OIL CAN DISPLAY RACK NON PORCELAIN SIGN” is in sale since Monday, October 14, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Advertising\Gas & Oil\Merchandise & Memorabilia\Signs”. The seller is “724football1234″ and is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay, Russian federation, Philippines, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands.

• Brand: CITIES SERVICE
• Featured Refinements: Porcelain Sign
• Type of Advertising: Sign

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Rare Vintage Buffalo Special Transmission and Gun Grease Can, not a motor oil quart can. Manufactured by Prairie Cities Oil Company Limited Winnipeg Manitoba. Tin is Made in Canada by Macdonald Mfg. 6 1/2″ high by 6 1/2″ wide. DISPLAYS VERY WELL AND WOULD MAKE A GREAT ADDITION TO ANY GAS AND OIL COLLECTION. Has original bail handle. The item “Rare Vintage Buffalo Prairie Cities Oil can” is in sale since Friday, September 27, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Advertising\Gas & Oil\Merchandise & Memorabilia\Cans & Buckets”. The seller is “mistermotomaster” and is located in Stayner, Ontario. This item can be shipped to Canada, United States.

• Type of Advertising: can
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Color: Yellow

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