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Reference: n/aBrewery: Standard Brewing. Scranton, PennsylvaniaManufacturer/Plant: See comments/descriptionDate of manufacture: Pre-ProCanning Code: n/a Contents/Type: N/ACondition/Comments: This early and graphic sign advertises "Cardinal Bottled Beer, Costs 25% More to Brew but Worth MORE." The rich subject matter includes a Dutch looking lad in wooden shoes delivering a crate of Cardinal Beer to a family seated at the dinner table, along with larger bottles of Cardinal Beer at the bottom corners. Manufactured by Meyercord Co. of Chicago, by a process called Decalcomania transfer (whereby the artwork is transferred to the wooden substrate). Circa 1906 or so. In a rustic frame. Condition is excellent for this type of early sign. See brightly lit photos. For more info or questions regarding this lot contact Dan via email.