Crate Label, "F. & J. Heinz Company Saccharized Gherkin Pickles," circa 1880

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Artifact Overview

After having to close his first business in 1875, H.J. Heinz persuaded family members to begin a new company in 1876 -- F. & J. Heinz -- with H.J. Heinz running the company behind the scenes until he could rebuild his reputation and take over the company. This crate label was for F. & J. Heinz's "Saccharized Gherkins" -- a type of sweet pickle.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Crate label

Date Made

circa 1880

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

53.41.1693.49

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of H.J. Heinz Co.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Lithography
Printing (Process)

Color

Black (Color)
Multicolored
Red

Dimensions

Height: 4 in
Width: 9 in