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“SEARCHLIGHT” Brand — Scarce Original c. 1940 California Orange Crate Label | Santiago Orange Growers Association
A scarce and highly appealing original “SEARCHLIGHT” Brand orange crate label dating to approximately 1940, featuring a dramatic maritime scene of a battleship under full steam.
Produced for the Santiago Orange Growers Association of Orange, Orange County, California, this striking label is an excellent example of the bold and imaginative lithographic artwork used to market California citrus during the golden age of fruit crate advertising.
The dramatic battleship imagery, combined with the powerful “SEARCHLIGHT” brand name, gives this label exceptional visual character. The design captures the patriotic and adventurous spirit often incorporated into American commercial art of the period, making it especially appealing to collectors of vintage advertising, California citrus memorabilia, Americana, maritime imagery, and fruit crate labels.
At approximately 85 years old, this genuine period label represents a fascinating piece of Orange County\'s historic citrus industry. Its exceptional preservation further enhances its desirability as a collectible and display piece.
The label measures approximately 10\" × 11\" and is in Mint condition.
Brand: SEARCHLIGHT
Product: Oranges
Association: Santiago Orange Growers Association
Location: Orange, Orange County, California
Date: c. 1940
Dimensions: Approximately 10\" × 11\"
Condition: Mint vintage condition
Artwork: Dramatic battleship under full steam
Rarity: Scarce
Authenticity: 100% guaranteed authentic original crate label — NOT a reproduction
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