{"product_id":"vintage-1974-7up-soda-crate-heavy-waxed-cardboard-bottle-carrier-case-mead-7-up","title":"Vintage 1974 7Up Soda Crate Heavy Waxed Cardboard Bottle Carrier Case Mead 7-Up","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage 1974 7Up Soda Crate Heavy Waxed Cardboard Bottle Carrier Case Mead 7-Up\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrand:7-Up (Seven-Up)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: Mead Corporation (Mead Durabilt)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDate of Manufacture:** May 1974 (Stamped 5-74)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatent Number: 3,727,824\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial:** Heavy-duty plastic\/wax-coated cardboard with steel wire frame reinforcing the top rim\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCountry\/Region of Manufacture:** United States (Michigan)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp for sale is an authentic, vintage 1974 7-Up returnable soda bottle carrier case. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the heavy-duty, weather-resistant coated cardboard version designed by the Mead Corporation to transport large family-size glass soda bottles. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition Details\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCardboard Body: In great, structurally sound condition. The thick, plastic-coated cardboard remains stiff, sturdy, and rigid. It has not collapsed, softened, or suffered water rotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGraphics: The iconic red and white \"7Up \/ SEVEN-UP\" logo printed on the front is bold, bright, and highly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHardware: The original galvanized steel wire frame and carry handles are firmly intact with no structural breaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear: Shows honest, light cosmetic wear, minor surface scuffs, and base discoloration consistent with authentic delivery route use in the 1970s\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bottom retains clear red factory printing, reading: \"5-74 PATENT NO 3,727,824\" alongside the original Mead assembly instructions and Michigan plant origin stamp. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eselling as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003emore than welcome to pick up at shop in butler pa \u0026amp; save shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e051426hb\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cyclewarehouse.online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47266929246370,"sku":"051426 7UP Cardboard Carrier","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0335\/9824\/2861\/files\/img20260514131515786.jpg?v=1778780033","url":"https:\/\/cyclewarehouse.online\/products\/vintage-1974-7up-soda-crate-heavy-waxed-cardboard-bottle-carrier-case-mead-7-up","provider":"cyclewarehouse.online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}