A trade-mark is deemed to be affixed to an article of merchandise, when it is placed in any manner in or upon: 1. The article itself; or 2. A box, bale, barrel, bottle, case, cask, platter, or other vessel or package, or a cover, wrapper, stopper, brand, label, or other thing in, by or with which the goods are packed, inclosed or otherwise prepared for sale or disposition.
New York Legal Code