Vintage Cutty Sark Scotch Whisky Wooden Crate - Berry Bros & Rudd with Arkansas Import Stamp
Vintage Cutty Sark Scotch Whisky Wooden Crate - Berry Bros & Rudd with Arkansas Import Stamp
$120.00
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We curate one-of-a-kind antique and vintage pieces. Because these items have a past, they may show signs of wear and character. We believe this is what makes them beautiful. If significant blemishes are present on a piece, it will be noted in the product description condition notes.
Vintage Cutty Sark Scotch Whisky Wooden Crate - Berry Bros & Rudd with Arkansas Import Stamp
$120.00
Own an extraordinary piece of American Prohibition-era and post-repeal spirits history with this authentic Vintage Cutty Sark Scotch Whisky Wooden Crate. Crafted to transport 12 bottles of Scotch directly from Berry Bros. & Rudd Ltd. in London, this rustic wooden shipping box features original stenciled graphics, Royal Warrant markings, and a rare historical Arkansas Revenue / Import Tax Stamp alongside its original New York port import markings.
Key Features & Historical Provenance
- Distillery & Merchant: Berry Bros. & Rudd Ltd. (London, St. James’s St.)—official wine merchants to the British Royal Family ("By Appointment to H.M. The Queen").
- Historical Journey: Originally created in 1923 by Berry Bros. & Rudd during US Prohibition, imported through The Buckingham Corporation in New York, and distributed south with a rare stamped regional Arkansas Liquor Tax Control Mark.
- Dimensions: 16.75" L x 13.5" W x 9" H
- Graphics: Stenciled with the famous Cutty Sark clipper ship artwork, "Produce of Scotland," and original 12-bottle shipping text.
- Construction: Heavy solid pine wood with dovetail/slat corners and authentic aged wood grain patina.
Usage & Styling Ideas
- Home Bar & Man Cave Storage: Perfect for storing liquor bottles, barware accessories, or vintage glassware in a home bar or lounge.
- Rustic Planter or Storage Bin: Use as a rustic hearth wood box, vinyl record holder, or magazine rack.
- Retail & Hospitality Display: Ideal decorative prop for speakeasy bars, restaurants, wine shops, or antique displays.
Condition Notes
Authentic mid-century vintage condition with heavy character and historical patina. Displays natural wood grain variations, surface wear, minor edge weathering, and clear, legible black-and-red stenciled text. Box is still structurally intact and ready to be used for another 100+ years.
Perfect Gift For
- Whiskey & Bourbon Enthusiasts: An exceptional centerpiece gift for fans of Cutty Sark, Scotch history, and vintage barware collectibles.
- Arkansas & Local History Collectors: A rare regional find featuring the historic Arkansas state liquor import control marking.
- Rustic & Industrial Decor Stylists: Adds rich history, warmth, and vintage character to speakeasy bars, man caves, or farmhouse decor.
We curate one-of-a-kind antique and vintage pieces. Because these items have a past, they may show signs of wear and character. We believe this is what makes them beautiful. If significant blemishes are present on a piece, it will be noted in the product description condition notes.
Each curated treasure is one-of-a-kind with its own story to tell. While we do our best to capture every detail and note any chips, wear, or variations, these pieces may show the gentle signs of age that make them so special. We hope you’ll embrace these unique characteristics as part of their charm and history. Because of their delicate and one-of-a-kind nature, all sales are final. We do not accept returns or exchanges.
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