VINTAGE 1927 Cross Abbott Co VT Illustrated Invoice Green Mountain Coffee Tea... For Sale

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VINTAGE 1927 Cross Abbott Co VT Illustrated Invoice Green Mountain Coffee Tea...:
$49.95

Item Description:

Up for sale is an authentic, original piece of 1920s New England commercial history: a gorgeous full-color illustrated wholesale grocery invoice from the Cross, Abbott Company of White River Junction, Vermont.

Dated October 12, 1927, this historical document is made out to Geo. L. Eggleston of Canaan Center, New Hampshire. The ledger details an order of classic period groceries, including "1 cs Prelate Salmon", "1 cs Shred Wheat", "1 doz Burnett's Vanilla", and "25 lbs G.M. Coffee", totaling $25.05. It features an authentic period pencil "Paid" signature written across the ledger space.

The true highlight of this billhead is the stunning, bright color lithograph graphics on the right margin, which showcase:

• Top left: A detailed color box depiction of Green Mountain Brand Tea.

• Top right: A highly detailed color tin depiction of Green Mountain High Grade Coffee (Cross, Abbott Co. Wholesale Grocers and Coffee Roasters).

Item Details:

• Business: Cross, Abbott Company (Wholesale Grocers & Coffee Roasters)

• Location: White River Junction, Vermont

• Shipped To: Geo. L. Eggleston (Canaan Center, N.H.)

• Date of Issue: October 12, 1927 (Roaring Twenties Era)

• Condition: Excellent antique/vintage condition. Well-preserved with strong paper structure, clean margins, and remarkably bold, unfaded color lithography. Shows only minor, uniform age-toning. Free of heavy spindle holes or deep creases. Please review all high-resolution photos to evaluate the condition for yourself.

A premier crossover addition for collectors of vintage coffee and tea advertising, Vermont/New Hampshire local history, Roaring 20s general store ephemera, or early industrial color lithography art!

Shipping & Handling:

Shipped flat and securely supported between thick layers of rigid cardboard to prevent any bending or creasing during transit. Eligible for affordable Standard Envelope shipping or Ground Advantage. Fast handling! Please let me know if you have any questions before purchasing.