Lot #22: vintage Dewar's Scotch Whisky wooden crate. Great label great color excellent condition

This vintage wooden shipping crate for John Dewar & Sons "Special Liqueur" Old Scotch Whisky is an authentic piece of Canadian liquor history, likely dating between 1927 and the early 1950s. Key Details & Identification The crate's markings tell the story of its journey from Scotland to Ontario: Producer: John Dewar & Sons, established in 1846 in Perth, Scotland. The "Special Liqueur" branding was a premium line before "White Label" became their primary focus. The LCBO Connection: The side panel is stenciled with "Liquor Control Board of Ontario, Ottawa, Ontario," indicating it was part of a shipment managed by the LCBO. Age Indicators: The LCBO was established in 1927 following the end of prohibition in Ontario. The "45 Lbs Gross" weight marking and the construction style are consistent with early-to-mid 20th-century shipping practices. Similar vintage Dewar's crates found in collectors' markets are often attributed to the 1930s-1950s era. Historical context: At the time this crate was in use, purchasing spirits at the LCBO in Ottawa was a highly regulated process. Customers had to fill out paper slips and have their orders retrieved from a back storeroom, a system that lasted until the 1970s. Market Value Authentic vintage whisky crates from this era are sought after for home decor and "man cave" styling. Rarity: Pieces with specific Canadian provincial markings (like your "Ottawa, Ontario" stamp) are particularly desirable to local collectors. Pickup category timeslot {A}