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Texaco Man 1961 | Petroliana404 of 1636 |  |  |
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This is a Cardboard Texaco Advertising Display, dated 6/1961 on the bottom right. I have attempted to research the display, but cannot find another like it. It displays well for the age. If anyone knows anything about this let me know, thanks.
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how big is this display?
7' in length, 55" wide at the top (hands) and 25" wide at the bottom (feet).
Thanks for asking
Another awesome piece, i saw one like it the other day in an antique shop for
400$
Great sign!
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Thanks so much
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