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c. 1930s-1940s; The Coca-Cola Company - Atlanta, GA
Compact steel salesman sample cooler produced to represent full-size Coca-Cola ice chests …
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c. 1930s-1940s; The Coca-Cola Company - Atlanta, GA
Compact steel salesman sample cooler produced to represent full-size Coca-Cola ice chests used in stores, service stations, and roadside refreshment stands. Finished in Coca-Cola red with embossed Drink Coca-Cola script on multiple faces and ICE COLD lettering at the end panels, the piece closely mirrors the proportions and construction of standard commercial coolers in reduced form. The hinged top lid opens to reveal a galvanized interior liner, with a lower wire rack simulating bottle storage and drainage found in larger examples. A fixed side-mounted opener remains intact, reinforcing its role as a functional sales demonstrator rather than a toy or novelty.
Salesman samples like this were used by Coca-Cola representatives to pitch equipment layouts and merchandising programs to shop owners, allowing them to visualize branded refrigeration without transporting a full-size unit.
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- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 8ʺD × 9.5ʺH
- Styles
- Americana
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Steel
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Shows significant wear throughout, including paint loss, surface rust, dents, and edge abrasion. Portions of the exterior were repainted at … moreShows significant wear throughout, including paint loss, surface rust, dents, and edge abrasion. Portions of the exterior were repainted at some point to stabilize or obscure rust, now visible beneath later paint layers. Interior liner shows oxidation and use wear consistent with age. Structure remains solid and the lid operates as intended. less
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