Lot #57: Vintage Case of (24) Empty St. Lawrence Grease 1 Lb. Litho Tins with Original Motor Oil Shipping Box – Rare 1930s/40s Automobilia

- Remarkable, highly collectible lot of Canadian automobilia: 24 original, empty 1-lb. St. Lawrence Grease lithograph tins, complete with their rare original St. Lawrence Motor Oil cardboard shipping case from Gananoque, Ontario. - The Tins: Each 1-lb. tin features the striking red, white, and blue "St. Lawrence Grease" lithographed graphics. The front includes the text: "St. Lawrence Grease has been manufactured to give the best possible lubrication and to meet the requirements of today's equipment." The base of the tins reads: "St. Lawrence Oil & Supply Co. Limited - Gananoque, Ontario". All 24 tins are empty. - The Box: The cardboard outer box is stamped for "24 - 1 Lb. Tins" from the same manufacturer. It features a bold, vintage script reading "St. Lawrence Motor Oil" on the sides. One flap on the top is missing - The St. Lawrence Oil & Supply Co. Limited operated out of Gananoque, Ontario, and closed its doors in the early 1950s - Condition: Exceptional "new old stock" survivor condition. The tins retain bright, vibrant color with very minimal shelf wear. No heavy rust or crushing. The interior of the tins vary, some are very clean, other have dirt, possible small amounts of rust. The cardboard box shows beautiful age-appropriate patina, minor staining. Sold as is - Dimensions: each can 3.5"diameter x 4.25"tall PICK UP DATES: We are offering 2 pick up dates for your convenience, pick up on Sat Oct 17 from 10am-1pm or Wed Oct 21 from 5pm-7pm. MS18-#2062 Pickup category timeslot {A}