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The Store: Dean’s Shop-Rite was a fixture in King, NC, located in the heart of Stokes County. Shop-Rite was a popular cooperative of independent grocers in the mid-to-late 20th century.
The Era: This specific promotional item likely dates to the late 1960s or early 1970s. During this time, King was transitioning from a small agricultural town to a growing suburb of Winston-Salem, and local grocers like Dean\'s were the center of the community.
The Rarity: While Fizz-Whiz caps are common, finding one specifically branded for a local King, NC business is much rarer. It’s a perfect piece of \"Stokes County\" history.
Excellent vintage condition. The silver aluminum body is bright and the black lettering is crisp. The red rubber stopper is clean and functions perfectly.
Item Specifics
Brand: Fizz-Whiz / Dean\'s Shop-Rite (Advertising)
Type: Bottle Stopper / Soda Saver
Color: Silver / Red
Material: Aluminum & Rubber
Year/Era: 1960s-1970s
Theme: Grocery Store, Advertising, North Carolina History
Product Description
A fantastic piece of Stokes County ephemera! This vintage Fizz-Whiz soda saver was a promotional item for Dean’s Shop-Rite in King, N.C. Features:
Construction: Made of durable anodized aluminum by Alcoa.
Function: Designed to keep the \"fizz\" in glass soda bottles. Features the classic \"Push Down When Not In Use\" red rubber center.
Local Branding: Boldly printed with \"Thank You For Shopping - Dean\'s Shop Rite - King, N.C.\"
Patent Info: Stamped on top with Pat. No. 2,903,148, dating this design to the late 1950s/early 1960s.
Perfect for collectors of North Carolina advertising, vintage kitchen gadgets, or anyone who remembers shopping at the old Shop-Rite in King!
Dean’s Shop-Rite was a cornerstone of the King, NC community for decades. Located in the heart of town, it represented the era of the independent local grocer before the rise of the modern \"superstore.\" This Fizz-Whiz was a high-quality promotional giveaway for their loyal customers, likely dating from the late 1960s to early 1970s.
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