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Lake County Citrus Fruit - Golden Apples
Tropical Fruit Packers - Leesburg, FloridaPast
Original Crate Label - Mounted to what appears to be a homemade citrus crate end

The Label Is Original and Old

Just needs a hook mounted to hang and display. Which we can do if you like. Free of charge. Just ask upon purchase.

MEASURES APX.; 12" x 12" x 1 1/4" Overall as shown
CONDITION; 6-7  Nice Bright Vivid Colors
[label has wrath of time and nature. Wood is rustic. Study images]
FP #291
PRICE; $SOLD Thank you!
S/H/I; $20.00

Would make a Wonderful Decorator Piece

Notice the wood shingle used for back - Logan Long Co.

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Rare Melbourne, Florida Citrus Crate Label
INDI-GLO
packed by Houser's Groves

Beautiful Striking Colors

MEASURES APX; 9" x 9"
CONDITION; 9
FP #304
PRICE; $225.00
S/H/I; $4.50

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Floyd Houser, was the owner of Houser’s Grove and Zoo in Melbourne, FloridaPast. As history is gathered, we'll add it here.
The following two images have been borrowed from other sources for educational purposes. Please give proper credits.
There isn't too much known about Houser's Citrus Grove. At least what we've been finding out. Most of his history, surrounds the Zoo Attraction.
Which was actually started up, to bring attention to Houser's Groves. Click the links below for some interesting first hand history.
I personally like this story; "Discovering the Ruins of Houser’s Zoo"

Click for a Now & Then Fade

Above photograph was borrowed to share for educational purposes from visitspacecoast.com. Please credit and read more history about Houser's HERE

Demolished in 1989 - Click for Now & Then

This image was borrowed from Pinterest. Click here to read comments

Erik Melear, Florida's Foremost Citrus Historian, was kind enough to share some history with us;
"Floyd Houser planted a citrus grove on New Haven Avenue in the early 1950s. A packinghouse for gift fruit was built a short time later. In 1960, he began housing rabbits, other small animals, and a kangaroo. Houser's Groves were renamed in 1961 to be Houser's Groves and Zoo. Many people came on a regular basis to see what was new at the zoo, which continued to grow in size and scope. He obtained the animals from the circuses, amusement parks, and individuals. By 1984, the zoo was named one of the 10 worst in America. At that time, he decided to give the zoo to the East Coast Zoological Society. Today, The Brevard Zoo is considered one of the finest zoos in America.""The property on New Haven Avenue was sold by his estate in 1988. Most of the property was developed in 1998 into the Meadow Lake subdivision. The entrance to the subdivision at 2815 West New Haven Avenue in West Melbourne, Florida is the location for the packinghouse and gift shop shown in the photograph."
Hope this helps.
Erick -
We extend a Very Sincere Thanks to Erik for his help in the exact location of Floyd Houser Grove & Zoo.
​Be sure to click on the photos above for our famed Now & Then Fades.

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HONEY DROP
Another Rare Houser's Groves Citrus Box Crate Label
Melbourne, FloridaPast

To remember what it once was

MEASURES APX APX; 9" x 9"
CONDITION; 9
FP #303
PRICE; $225.00
S/H/I; $4.50

A Scarce Houser's Grove Cypress Wood Field Crate For Sale
Click on the image below, which will bring you to the page with information

Click to see more photos and information how to purchase

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Original 1920s WALTER HAWKINS - FANCY INDIAN RIVER FRUIT LABEL
Jacksonville, Fla.
- THIS IS OUR LAST WALTER HAWKINS LABEL-

Vivid Sharp Colors

note the creasing denoted by <--

A Beautiful Scarce FloridaPast Stone Litho Crate Label.
Has Everything going for it. From a time, when at least three to five different Artists were needed to create just one of these labels.
By today's standard's, this particular label, created in the identical manner of then, would run into the thousands of dollars.


Depicting FloridaPast Citrus Industry Perfectly!
This would accent any room that it's displayed in.
And would be a great conversation piece.


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MEASURES; 8 3/4" x 8 3/4"
CONDITION; 8+9
[creased at bottom right corner area, [denoted by arrow on backside], shows a little expected age, minor corner bends, but Nothing serious]
FP #251
PRICE; $49.95
S/H; $4.50

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BLUE HERON
Brooksville, Florida

A Vision of Serenity. Florida's Blue Heron, enjoying a lake side stroll.
This has it all! And Folks, this is one of the Fastest Selling labels. One day, they will be Gone Forever!



MEASURES; 9" X 9"
CONDITION; 9
FL #06
PRICE; $6.95
S/H $3.50

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Bishop Hoyt Pineapple Label "black"
Citra, Marion County, Florida

TALKING TROPICAL! Just the Perfect accent for your Vintage Tiki Theme!

MEASURES; 9" X 9"
CONDITION; 9
FL #07
PRICE; $3.95
S/H; $3.50

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Royal Guard Label
Citra, Marion County, Florida

Another favorite. Completely non Florida theme, but, still a Fantastic Image

MEASURES; 9" X 9"
CONDITION; 9
FL #08
PRICE; $3.95
S/H; $3.50

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Prince of Wales label
Lake Wales, Florida

Another non-Florida theme label. Still, depicting an era of Florida.

MEASURES; 9" X 9"
CONDITION; 9
FL #09
PRICE; $3.95
S/H; $3.50

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FULL CITRUS LABEL
WAVERLY, FLORIDA

My personal Favorite!
ONE OF THE BEST ILLUSTRATED FLORIDA CITRUS BOX LABELS. Wonderful Artwork!
MEASURES; 9" X 9"
CONDITION; 9
FL #10
PRICE; $7.99
S/H; $3.50

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Jolly Roger Citrus Label
Waverly, Florida

A VERY DESIRABLE LABEL.
One picture, showing a true historic Story of the Earliest times of Old Florida.

Measures 9" x 9"
Condition; 9
FL #11
PRICE; $7.25
S/H; $3.50

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RARE JACK & JILL
FLORIDA PEPPERS LABEL

This particular label happens to be a rare, or at least, a scarce label to come by.
The Pepper Capitol of the World, during this period of history, right up until the 1970s, was Webster, Florida. The peppers were packed in Webster, and loaded on the trains, and shipped Railroad  WorldWide.
They were also shipped via train car to Center Hill, Florida. Which was a Huge packing facility for these peppers, among other Florida fruits and veggies. There are Jack & Jill labels with a different color background. Some of which are Extremely Rare and Sought After. This is also a Unique and Large Size Label. (Perfect for Framing)
BEAUTIFUL VIBRANT & GLOSSY COLORS. AND WONDERFUL ARTWORK!


MEASURES; 10 1/2" X 8"
CONDITION; 9
FL #13
PRICE; $55.00
S/H $4.50 {includes insurance}

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MAPLE LEAF LABEL
SEMINOLE COUNTY, OVIEDO, FLORIDA

Another Superb Label. Printed by International Label Co., Tampa, Florida
NELSON & CO., OVIEDO, FLA.
We have other Different Maple Leaf Labels.




MEAUSRES; 9" X 9"
CONDITION; 9
FL #14
PRICE; $7.95
S/H; $3.50

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MAPLE LEAF BRAND LABEL
SEMINOLE COUNTY, OVIEDO FLORIDA

We have the Larger 9" by 9" mate to this smaller version. Depicting the North Meeting the South, or is that the South Meeting the North in this case of Oranges?
Just a Fantastic Label, Printed by NIVISON WEISKOPF Cincinatti
{PERFECT TO FRAME ALONGSIDE THE LARGER}
and, we have another size available.


MEASURES; 6 3/4" X 6 3/4"
CONDITION; 9
FL #15
PRICE; $4.95
S/H; $3.50

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STAR-PAK VEGETABLES and FRUITS
(scarce label) LEESBURG, FLORIDA

A Unique Size, Scarce Peppers Box Label. From Leesburg, Florida. Used for the peppers grown in Webster, Florida, also packed and shipped outta' Center Hill Florida. {Webster was once known for being the pepper capitol of the world} This was found in one of the Center Hill packing houses.

MEASURES; 10 3/4" X 7 3/4"
CONDITION; 7
FL #16
PRICE; $9.95
S/H; 3.50

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PEPPER BRAND LABEL
WAVERLY, FLORIDA

Different kind of label for the Florida Citrus Market.
MEASURES; 8 1/2" X 8 1/4"
CONDITION; 9
FL #17
PRICE; $5.50
S/H; $3.50

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FLO BRAND LABEL
INDIAN RIVER CITRUS - OAK HILL, FLORIDA

BEAUTIFUL LABEL - DEPICTING AN INDIAN MAIDEN. Great Cross-Over Interest for the American Indian Appreciation!
MEASURES; 9" X 9"
CONDITION; 9
FL #18
PRICE; $12.50
S/H; $3.50

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EUREKA BRAND
TURNER FRUIT CO., OCALA FLORIDA

Another TOP SHELF Florida label. Great Depiction of Old Florida, in it's Finest! Indian Tok'en, whilst over-looking the Peacful River Groves.




MEASURES; 9" X 9"
CONDITION; 9
FL #19
PRICE; $19.95
S/H; $3.50

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1930s DA-R-IPE
CENTER HILL, FLORIDA

If ever a label depicted Old Florida, this is it! It's a tough label to find.
WAYNE VALENTINE, Grower and Shipper, CENTER HILL, FLORIDA.
Another find outta' the ole' Center Hill packing shed!




MEASURES; 9" X 9"
CONDITION; 9
FL #20
PRICE; $19.95
S/H; $3.50

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MAID OF ATHENS BRAND
McBRIDE PACKING - SEVILLE, FLORIDA

Fabulous 1930s SAINT JOHN'S RIVER FRUIT Crate Label. Depicting a Beautiful Greek Woman.
Sweet Art-Work!


MEASURES; 9" X 9"
CONDITION; 9
FL #21
PRICE; $19.95
S/H; $3.50

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1920s Dixie Sweet Melon Label
Jos. Eichel Berger & Co. - Eustis, FloridaPast

A Beautiful Unused Original 1920s Watermelon Label from Eustis, FloridaPast.
Bright Colors, Wonderful Artwork - This is Our LAST ONE!
It's a tough label to find.





MEASURES; 3 3/8" x 2 1/8"
CONDITION; 9
FL # 219
PRICE; $SOLD
S/H $3.50

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SPADA SPECIAL BRAND
RARE OLD Okahumpka Florida Watermellon Label

A Rare find! It's tough finding watermellon lables from Florida. 
This particular label was found under a collapsed packing shed in Okahumpka, Florida.
Boys, and Girls, would work for pennies, after school, up on the train cars, glueing these labels to the melons.

MEASURES; 2 3/4" X 2"
CONDITION; 7
FL #27
PRICE; $15.00
S/H; $3.50

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For those of us that enjoy history attached to these Gems of FloridaPast, I found an interesting website. Borrowed some text to share; "Andrea (anglicied to ANDREW) came to the US on the SS Trojan Prince, through Ellis Island, in 1902. He was born Andrea Antonio Francesco Guiseppe Spada, in Marcedusa, Catanzaro, Calabria, Italy in March 1884 to Eugenio and Vincenza Spada (nee Spada)." 
CLICKING HERE, WILL OPEN NEW WINDOW to Continue Reading.

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CRANE BRAND - CITRUS LABEL
WINTER GARDEN, FLORIDA

A Wonderful, Colorful Label, that depicts FloridaPast
in it's Finest! Has all the Right Colors for framing!
WINTER GARDEN CITRUS GROWERS ASSN.


MEASURES; 9" x 3"
CONDITION; 9
FL #42
PRICE; $SOLD OUT
S/H; $3.50

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SKY KING CITRUS LABEL
WINTER GARDEN, FLORIDA

What a Beauty! If your a hunter or sportsman, this would be Perfect framed for your den!
Depicting a pheasant hunter in his boat, out in the marsh-lands of Florida. The colors a Striking!



MEASURES; 9" x 3"
CONDITION; 9
FL #43
PRICE; $12.95
S/H; $3.50

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GRIFFIN BRAND CITRUS LABEL
A.S. HERLONG & CO., LEESBURG, FLORIDA

Talk about a Fantastic work of art! This is Great!
The depiction of Medieval Gargoyle mixed with Florida Oranges
 Unique example of label art.



MEASURES; 9" x 3 1/2"
CONDITION; 9
FL #44
PRICE; $8.95
S/H; $3.50

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