Each year, the AACA Fall Meet, also known as the Hershey Swap Meet, takes place in October. I’ve been twice and enjoyed it a great deal. This year, I am hoping to go for a third time and buy more things I don’t need, but more importantly, enjoy the company of good friends who make the pilgrimage annually.
Interestingly, Morphy Auctions has long hosted their Automobilia and Petroliana sale just days before Hershey opens its gates, and I’ve long thought it’d be fun to visit the auction on the way to Hershey – after all, Morphy’s flagship office is in Denver, Pennsylvania, just about an hour away from Hershey. It’d make for a perfect week – hit the auction, maybe bid on a couple of pieces, then head over to Hershey.
I’m actually very excited about the Morphy A&P sale this year, there are some fantastically amazing pieces coming on offer. While a large number of Lots have caught my eye, it’s Lot 1152 that’s really piqued my interest. It’s a tin Texaco road map rack from the 1930s complete with a few maps. I already have a fairly large selection of Texaco maps from the 1950s and ’60s I keep on a bookshelf – they’d be much cooler in a rack on the wall in the garage, don’t you think? Check out some of their other pieces below, or better yet, check out the 2025 Oct 4-5 Automobilia & Petroliana by Morphy Auctions – Catalog Pre-bidding is going on now, so you might pop over and get Registered here. Or, maybe just meet me in Denver, Pennsylvania and bid in person! Take a peek below, and thanks for stopping by!
Featured Lots
Lot 1101 - GMC Trucks Double-Sided Porcelain Neon Sign
Complete with a bullnose attachment and the original can, this original GMC Trucks sign is said to be in outstanding condition. Marked Walker & Co., both sides show tremendous color and gloss with only minor blemishes noted. The green and pink neon lights up well on each side.
Lot 1136 - Sinclair Aircraft Gasoline Double-Sided Porcelain Sign
Hailing from the 1930s, this sign shows beautifully throughout, with each side hosting only light chipping, scratches, or minor factory dimples. Showing good gloss and color, the lettering and art are said to also be in terrific shape.
Lot 1137 - Sinclair Pennsylvania Motor Oil Double-Sided Porcelain Sign
With minor chipping at the mounting holes, a few light surface scratches, and some other minor flaws, this sign presents gorgeously. The colors and gloss are exceptional throughout as are the registrations.
Lot 1138 - OK Used Cars Bullnose-Edged Double-Sided Porcelain Neon Sign
A complete sign mounted on the original metal can, this sign is said to be incredibly clean all around and very original. Exceptional color and gloss all through, complete with strong lighting in yellow, blue, and red on both sides with a flashing “OK” element. The original can shows no notable damage and an excellent original patina.
Lot 1216 - Jenney Auto Oils and Gasoline Single Globe Lens
Measuring 15-inches, this globe lens presents beautifully with bright color and gloss and only minimal surface wear in the field and moderate wear and some paint loss along the edge. This would likely be covered by a snap ring. Rarely seen, anything from the Jenney Manufacturing Co. of Boston, Massachusetts is an absolute treat.
Lot 1328 - Tiger Gasoline Single Globe Lens on a Metal High-Profile Body
Rare and hugely sought after, the Tiger Gasoline brand isn’t one that oft heard of. This lens shows in outstanding condition throughout with limited wear and excellent color and gloss. The snap ring and metal high-profile body have been painted red and all things told, it’s a stunning piece.
Lot 2016 - Minneapolis Moline Power & Machinery Sales and Service Double-Sided Porcelain Neon Bull Nose Sign
Dating back to the 1930s, this double-sided porcelain neon bullnose sign shows excellent color and gloss and is complete with the original bullnose and marquee toppers mounted on the original metal can. With only light flaws to speak of, the sign lights up in bright red neon on both sides. Overall, a beautifully presented and very rare sign.
Lot 2262 - White Kitchenette Indian Style Barbecue Double-Sided Porcelain Sign
Hailing from the 1930s, this White Kitchenette is very rare and advertises the roadside restaurants famously offering Indian Style Barbecue. The sign shows great color and gloss and reflection with areas on both side of chipping and wear. Possibly a one-of-a-kind surviving sign, it is complete with a lipped upper edge for hanging.
