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Lot 379: Shell Lubricating Oil Quart Pourer

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Start price: £100

Estimated price: £200 - £300

Buyer's Premium: 16%

One quart tapered handled oil pourer finished in yellow with a fixed spout and filler opening. The body is printed with a red humanoid graphic known as the Shell Stickman to the front and reverse, positioned above black block lettering reading SHELL LUBRICATING OIL. A stamped circular verification mark is located on the upper body near the handle attachment, featuring the characters 39 above a crown symbol flanked by G and R, with the number 264 below. The reverse is embossed with the word QUART.


Condition report:

Extensive surface oxidation and rust is present throughout, notably to the spout, filler rim, and base (photos 1-3). There is visible fading, scratching, and paint loss to the yellow finish and red graphics (photos 1, 3). The metal handle shows slight distortion (photo 3) and the rolled base edge exhibits heavy corrosion (photo 1).