Genuine 1940s Pennzip Gasoline Neon Sign – NS1870
Own a true slice of Americana with this authentic Pennzip Gasoline neon sign, originally manufactured in the 1940s as a product of Pennzoil, one of the most recognized names in American petroleum history. This rare and highly collectible porcelain and neon sign has been masterfully restored by the expert craftsmen at ArtFactory.com, and is now a world-class investment-grade piece suitable for fine art collections, museum exhibits, or the ultimate man cave.
Description
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New custom electrical housing cabinet, hand-fabricated from heavy-gauge steel to match the original specs.
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Era-correct hand-blown neon tubing, crafted by our skilled glass artisans to precisely replicate the original glow of the 1940s.
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New solid-state transformers installed for reliable, modern performance, hidden in a way that maintains vintage authenticity.
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Custom Fast Hanger Mount added for stability easy hanging without compromising the historical integrity.
This sign advertises Pennzip, a sub-brand of Pennzoil, developed during the golden age of American automotive expansion. Pennzoil traces its roots back to the early 20th century and was once a part of the South Penn Oil Company, founded in 1889. The Pennzip name was used during the 1930s–1950s as a marketing label for high-octane, performance gasoline products.
The 1940s, in particular, saw neon signs explode in popularity across America’s gas stations and highways—symbols of mobility, progress, and design innovation. Pennzip signs were once a staple at full-service stations, where they invited drivers to fill up with high-quality fuel as they traveled the open road. Today, surviving examples of these signs in such pristine condition are extremely rare and increasingly valuable.
Pennzip by Pennzoil
Historical Significance
- Type: Single-Sided Genuine Vintage Neon Sign
- Style: Rectangular Porcelain-Enamel Neon Lighting
- Company: Pennzoil
- Product: Motor Oil & Lubrication Service
- Date of Manufacture: 1930s–1950s
- Place of Manufacture: U.S.A.
- Color: Multi-color – Red, Green and Yellow
- Dimensions: 46.5 inches Wide × 25 Inches Tall × 5 Inches Deep
- Condition: Original Genuine Porcelain Sign; Sign Face Unrestored (Cleaned Only); Fully Restored Neon & Electrical
- Neon Details: All Neon Glass, Solid-State Transformers, Flashers, Wiring, Mounts, and Switches Have Been Fully Replaced
- Hanging Details: Comes with H.J. Nick’s Exclusive “Fast Hanger Bar” for Perfectly Level Display
- Switching: Includes Separate Toggle Pull Cord for Easy On/Off Switching Without Unplugging
- Certification: Eligible for H.J. Nick Brass Tag Signature – Museum-Quality Investment Grade
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ArtFactory.com & H.J. Nick Brass Tag Certification Details
The H.J. Nick Brass Tag Certification ensures each piece to be the genuine article. Backed by our over a century of experience, with our word is our bond reputation and guaranteeing or your money back “forever". The H.J. Nick Brass Tag Certification makes this item one of the highest appreciating, collectible investments that you can make. These items can be insured at stated value, usually on your home owners policy, for little added premium. Thus, making this a safer investment than even those insured by the FDIC, is much more fun to own, and puts you in control instead of the bank.
When we use the terms "Museum Quality" and "Historically Correct," we are indicating our world-class process. We absolutely preserve all original signs, badges, glass with anomalies, natural aged patinas, and everything that makes a vintage item collectible. Maintaining non-structural damage, all age, wear, and tear is proudly displayed to showcase each item's unique charm.
Due to our earned reputation, we have the good fortune to be in high demand by collectors. Because most of our items have a waiting list, if you're looking for a specific collectible, please ask to be put on our first come, first served list (refundable deposit required).
We are the oldest and largest seller of fine art, historically correct, museum quality antiques and genuine, investment quality classic Americana.
World Class Collector Investments
- Restored To Full Working Order
- Historically Correct
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- Delivered To Your Home
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All Items Are Of Highest Museum Quality World Class Collector Level
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