An authentic vintage petroleum advertising thermometer distributed by Marathon Oil. This highly collectible piece of Ohio automobilia features a crisp white tin or aluminum housing with a bold red frame inlay enclosing the iconic Marathon “M” logo. The top text displays “Fuel Oil – Gasoline / Diesel – Motor Oil” while the bottom plate serves as a localized merchant advertisement for “Bill Pfeiffer” with vintage local phone numbers listing Radnor and Marion, Ohio. Features a dual-scale display layout tracking both Fahrenheit and Celsius temperatures with glass tube housing. An exceptional addition for collectors of vintage gas station advertising signs, petroleum memorabilia, or Ohio local history pieces.
Brand / Company: Marathon Oil Company
Local Agent Advertisement: Bill Pfeiffer (Radnor / Marion, Ohio)
Material: Painted tin / steel or heavy aluminum plate housing, glass fluid tube
Key Features: Dual-scale temperature range (-40°F to 120°F / -40°C to 50°C), built-in top and bottom mounting screw holes, “Made in USA” stamp.
Condition Report: Excellent vintage condition. The lithographed painted housing retains vibrant, crisp red, black, and white coloration with superb gloss. Free of severe rust pitting, structural bends, or major edge flaking. The central glass thermometer tube is completely intact, securely mounted, and functions correctly with fluid continuity. Displays very minimal superficial edge scuffs consistent with light indoor wall display use.
Vintage Marathon Oil Metal Advertising Thermometer – Bill Pfeiffer Radnor Marion OH
An authentic vintage petroleum advertising thermometer distributed by Marathon Oil. This highly collectible piece of Ohio automobilia features a crisp white tin or aluminum housing with a bold red frame inlay enclosing the iconic Marathon “M” logo. The top text displays “Fuel Oil – Gasoline / Diesel – Motor Oil” while the bottom plate serves…
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- Marion, Ohio, United States (US)