Uncle Sam Brand Apples c. 1920

The Uncle Sam Brand Apples Extra Fancy fruit crate label, circa 1920, is a striking piece of agricultural advertising. Packed by Wapato Fruit & Cold Storage in Wapato, Washington. Featuring a bold Uncle Sam design rooted in World War I iconography, this Blue version signifies top-quality, first-grade apples. The label also comes in Red and Green variants, reflecting different grades or branding styles. The apples were packed by Measuring 8 3/4 inches tall by 11 inches wide, it’s a vivid example of early 20th-century crate art.