Label, "H. J. Heinz Brand Tomato Ketchup," circa 1900

Summary

Manufacturers of similar products sought ways to make their companies' goods stand out on store shelves. Some companies established a uniform label design for their multi-product offerings -- a strategy which helped customers distinguish one brand over another. H.J. Heinz products were identified by the famous Heinz pickle and signature "keystone" logo. These design features are still found on Heinz products today.

Manufacturers of similar products sought ways to make their companies' goods stand out on store shelves. Some companies established a uniform label design for their multi-product offerings -- a strategy which helped customers distinguish one brand over another. H.J. Heinz products were identified by the famous Heinz pickle and signature "keystone" logo. These design features are still found on Heinz products today.

Artifact

Label (Identifying artifact)

Date Made

circa 1900

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

53.41.2145

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of H.J. Heinz Co.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Lithography
Printing (Process)

Color

Gold (Color)
Green
Red
White (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 8.875 in

Width: 7.875 in

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