{"product_id":"bp-shield-petrol-pump-globe-original-glass","title":"BP Shield Petrol Glass Petrol Pump Globe","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"541\"\u003eOwn a true icon of motoring history with this authentic BP (British Petroleum) petrol pump globe, featuring the company’s classic green and gold shield logo. Once proudly displayed on British forecourts, this illuminated globe guided motorists to trusted BP fuel stations across the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"826\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"604\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"604\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"573\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Likely 1950s to early 1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"678\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"678\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glass with illuminated globe design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"729\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"690\"\u003eLogo:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic green and gold BP shield\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"826\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originally mounted on petrol pumps such as Gilbarco, Avery-Hardoll, or Wayne models\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eThis original BP globe displays beautiful patina consistent with its age, adding to its authenticity and vintage charm. The surface shows light weathering and speckling typical of mid-century display items. There is also a small chip on the neck, which does not detract from its overall presentation or structural integrity as this is covered by a rubber seal. A wonderful survivor with the character expected from a genuine piece of motoring history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"955\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eBP introduced its famous shield logo in 1930, symbolizing reliability and British heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eThe green represented the British countryside, while gold reflected energy and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eDuring the 1950s and 60s, petrol pump globes served as illuminated beacons for drivers both advertising and lighting up forecourts at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eCollectability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003eHighly sought after among Petroliana and automobilia collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eThe BP shield design is one of the most recognizable symbols in motoring history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003ePerfect for display in a garage, man cave, showroom, or vintage collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Automobilia Magpie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58777519784285,"sku":"AM351","price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/1625\/3789\/files\/WhatsAppImage2025-10-13at11.55.19_f52d3503_cd637dd1-1151-4832-abd3-571d2be04233.jpg?v=1760354536","url":"https:\/\/www.automobiliamagpie.com\/products\/bp-shield-petrol-pump-globe-original-glass","provider":"Automobilia Magpie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}