Vintage 1936 RE JOYCE Georges Codfish Wooden Box Crate Joyce Laughlin Co Peoria For Sale

The box is6 inches wide, 4 inches deep, and 2 inches tall.Step back in time with this authentic vintage wooden box for RE JOYCE Brand Georges Codfish, dated December 21, 1936. This one-pound net crate features clear black stencil printing on its lid and sides, detailing its contents as "Absolutely Boneless Georges Codfish" packed for Joyce Laughlin Co. of Peoria, Illinois. It also notes the codfish is from the "Genuine Atlantic Coast Codfish" and packed in Gloucester, Massachusetts. The box even includes instructions for soaking to remove benzoate of soda, offering a fascinating glimpse into historical food preservation and packaging practices. Crafted with dovetail joinery, this collectible piece of advertising history showcases charming wear consistent with its age, including some minor green paint residue on the bottom, adding to its rustic appeal. Perfect for collectors of vintage advertising, food memorabilia, or unique historical decor.