Very rare vintage 1890-1910 crate based on research likely pre 1900. Wooden crates labeled 100 cakes were generally used for wholesale grocery stores in the Late 1800’s. Bee soap brand listed in 1896 in the company catalog. Overall condition very good in particular the label is complete and colors are still vibrant. Graphics are extremely attractive. Crate is solid. The company was founded in New York by William Colgate in 1806 as William Colgate & Company and reorganized as Colgate & Company in 1857. In 1928 it merged to become Colgate-Palmolive which still exists today. Please see pictures. Shipped USPS.