Maker's Name: Various oil companies (Golden Fleece, Shell, Castrol etc) Maker's Role: Oil & petroleum products et al, c.1950

Historical information

Common in all service stations for engine oil top-up at pump service area by service station attendant.

Significance

Before 'self serve' pump operations service station attendants 'serviced' the vehicle on the forecourt whilst filling with petrol, checking oil levels, water etc.

Physical description

Glass wide mouthed bottle with plastic conical spout and cap

Inscriptions & markings

Bottle - "FILL TO LINE INDICATED BY ARROW' & "500ml B.T. N.S.W."
Spout - Golden Fleece logo with "GOLDEN FLEECE Supreme Motor Oil"

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