RARE 1930s–1940s EVEREADY PRESTONE Embossed Metal Thermometer - Authentic Early Gas & Oil Advertising

Serious collectors know how tough these early Eveready/Prestone thermometers are to find - especially 100% originalwith the glass tube still intact. This is an authentic circa 1930s–40s embossed steel Prestone Anti-Freeze thermometer, measuring 36” tall × 8” wide, with untouched patina and original paint. This is NOT a reproduction. It’s exactly the kind of piece advanced gas & oil collectors hunt for. How you know this one is an original 1930s–40s piece Professionally verified visual markers: • Heavy embossed steel panel with deep stamping (pre-1950 manufacturing) • Correct Eveready + Prestone graphics used before WWII, including the rare “DOES NOT BOIL AWAY” slogan • Original glass thermometer tube + proper early-style metal retainer • Natural oxidation and aging on front and back - impossible to fake convincingly • True vintage paint breakdown (chips, layered wear, micro-abrasions) • Matching 36" × 8" dimensions of known originals • Correct WATER / FREEZES red line scale, only seen on the earliest versions Every inch of this piece reads “real 1940s,” not reproduction. Collector Condition Notes • Displays beautifully • Strong lettering + visible graphics • Natural patina throughout • Small surface scratches, scuffs, and age marks consistent with 80+ years • Structurally solid, no repainting, no restoration Hard to upgrade unless you find an untouched NOS version - which rarely surface. Asking Price: $393 (or best respectful offer) This is a righteous early gas & oil piece that elevates any garage, shop, man cave, or automotive collection. Can see in Bay Park, Point Loma or La Mesa.

Condition

Used (normal wear)

Type

Eveready Prestone