Bolene doesn't show up often. Ask any serious petroliana collector and you'll find the brand on more than one "still looking for" list — the Blue Seal Gasolene mark is scarce enough in original form that most people have seen it in reference photos long before they've seen it in person.
Printed on a soft, broken-in cotton twill cap with deliberate distressing built in from day one. Unstructured, low-profile construction with a curved visor, self-fabric hideaway strap, and metal D-ring for an adjustable fit. Each hat carries slight natural variation in distress and color, so no two wear in exactly the same way. Spot clean with warm water and dish soap; a soft-bristled brush handles the stubborn spots.
The "Blue Seal" language was standard practice across a handful of regional gasoline brands in the era — a visual shorthand for a quality guarantee, stamped right into the globe and signage art. Bolene's version has stayed collectible precisely because so little of it survived in good condition, which is part of why we went looking for this design in the first place.
The perfect gift for petroliana collectors chasing a hard-to-find name, classic car enthusiasts who want something their friends haven't seen before, garage and man-cave decorators, gas station history buffs, and anyone who appreciates a brand that never got easy.
The Faded Label Co. — keeping the golden age of American roadside art alive, one product at a time.
