Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Metal
Distinguishing marks
Brand stamp at top right below the lid. Cannot make it out. It looks like the last letter is an "L"
Condition
Fair
Date Period
Unknown
Size and dimensions of this item
18 inches tall and about 12 inches in diameter
Weight
5-8lbs
Long Description
Approx 18 inches tall. Don't know much about it. I bought it at a yard sale about 10 yaers ago and just was attached to it as soon as I saw it.
History
I bought it at a yard sale and have no history on the item
Price Paid (If known)
$10.00
For Sale?
No
Re: Antique can with hinged lid
I have no idea what it is for. I had a gentleman tell me yesterday that it was a gas can used to fill tractors. I thought it was a milk can as long as I have had it, so now I'm curious.
Re: Antique can with hinged lid
Antique Standard Oil Fuel Can ~ Old Vintage Gas & OilÂ
c. 1920's or 30's Worth for these are around $150.00 more if you can findout what the letters are........Love the painted side..Good Luck