April 2005 Questions
Digger Odell Publications
© 2005From Annetteand
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 01-04-2005
hi I have a small perfume bottle which looks like a Chinese man sitting cross legged with a little crown on his head. the markings on the back is a crown with an s underneath and the number 23852 can you tell me anything about it thanks
Sorry, I cannot. Maybe a reader can help Digger
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From Ziad Arabo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Seagram's Canadian Whisky
Date: 01-04-2005
Hi there, Not sure where to start but my dad found this old empty Seagram's Canadian Whisky bottle. All I can see from the label is "Seagram's Canadian Whisky". At the bottom of the bottle, it says "160P". The cap is a cork. Any idea how old it is, or where I can find more info? Thanks.
Looks to be early 20th century. It might well have been a prohibition era whiskey - the sort smuggled into the United States in the 1920s. In its present condition the value would be only a few dollars. Digger
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From lawrence gerrie
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: enquiry
Date: 01-04-2005
I have a baby bottle 7 inch long 3inch wide 2 inch high no damage or stains in clear glass on the top is timothy whites & taylors ideal hygienic with made in England pat no 36782 on the sides are ounces/ tablespoons it is like a boat shape with a flat section the bottom is there any value to this many thx --
These nursers were designed to be easily washed out. There is interest in this country as well as in England and they are collectible. I'd guess this one was in the $20-30 range. Digger
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From Jerien
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: rare coke bottle
Date: 01-04-2005
Howdy I have a straight sided, center slug plate script coke bottle . It stands 7 3/4 inches tall , has Property of the coca-cola bottling co. in the center of the bottle in a circle. It also has min. con. 6 1/2 fl. ozs. across the base of the bottom. Next to that is a small number which is 4061A and then has the word ROOT and then has the number 28. On the bottom the bottle says LAMESA TEXAS . The bottle is a very light green like the regular coke bottles use to be. Got any ideas of its age and value as I have searched the internet for hours and hours!!!!!!!!!!!!THANKS GEORGE
The very first "hobbleskirt coke bottles were made at the Root Glassworks in Indiana in 1915. If yours is indeed embossed Coca Cola then it was made between 1905-1916 like other aqua straight sided bottles were .I'd guess at least $100. Digger
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From Richard Winkler
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: help
Date: 01-04-2005
Have you ever seen something like this, is pre 1940, we do know that, but can find nothing else, it says G. Baudrand Flag Saloon 6th and G Sts. San Diego Ca appears to be carved from a branch of a tree, and then a bottle inserted in side of it, and has a wood cork. If you know anything, sure would be appreciated or if you know anybody else, Thank You so Much, Rich
Subject: Re: help I have seen a few such items usually made between 1890-1930 Value varies-those with pictures bring more your being western ought to bring $150-250 Digger
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From dana skelton
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: whiskey bottle
Date: 01-04-2005
We found a whiskey bottle that is a three piece mold which
has WM. J. Rahily Co petersburg, Va on the front of it. On the back it has WJR.
The bottom has AGW. We can't find any info on this bottle. Someone else has also
wrote you and questioned you about this same bottle, I saw it on the website.
(The Rowes). I was just wondering if you could give me a little info on the
bottle and maybe a value. Thanks The Skeltons
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From WayDnSouthNDie
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Regarding bottle
Date: 01-04-2005
Hi . I found this in a garage. Old bottle of white horse
whiskey, label is sad shape, but I was curious if it is worth anything. Probably
from the 50's . pic is embedded an attached . thanks ever so much. Lizy*
Attachments: horse. jpg horse. jpg 
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From JASC1397
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Antique Bottle - Baby with Sceptor in a Shell
Date: 01-04-2005
Hello, I would like to know the age, rarity, value, and history of this bottle. I did find a picture once in a collectors book that had a bottle in it which looked the same. The book said it sold at auction in the 90's for $250. 00. Of course, I am a novice and need your help. It is 5 inches long, 2 1/4 inches wide. It appears to be blown glass. There is no seem on the mouth of the bottle but there is some kind of crazing there - not cracks you can't feel them. The are none of these on the base of the bottle. There is a line between the shell and the baby, but it also does not appear to be a seam, but part of the design. The glass is clear. I have attached two pictures one with the scanner door down and the other with the scanner door up. Thank You for your help, Sandy
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From Eileen Martinez
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: mystery bottle
Date: 01-04-2005
Hope you can solve this one! I have an old green blob top bottle with no markings except on the bottom written in Chinese. The bottle has a glass ball enclosed but not restricted to the neck, which is basically non existent. The bottle has bubbles in the glass and 2 clear seams and 2 seams not so clear. I found this in the California Delta near the town of Locke. Any information you may have would be most appreciated.
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From charles borello
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: HELLO DIGGER
Date: 01-04-2005
dear digger I have about twenty bottles where would be the
best place for appraisal and sale thanks, charles in jersey dockbuilder
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From Sheryl Hutchens.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Wing Fung Hong China
Date: 01-04-2005
Dear Digger: I have the same bottle as described in this inquiry from June of 2002 but cannot find your response. "Hello: I have quite a mystery. After searching many hours and many sites, I still cannot come up with any information regarding (2) bottle/jar/jugs that I have. I don't know which term describes them best. They are brown glazed stoneware, fat bellies, short narrow necks, wide mouth openings, the writing on both is "Federal law prohibits sale or re-use of this bottle" and each has a size description "Quart" and "Pint. " On the bottom of the pint bottle "Wing Fung Hong China" with some Chinese writing and on the bottom of the quart bottle "Wing Lee Wai China" also with some Chinese writing. I am hoping that you can shed some light on this mystery. Maybe I've just got junk here, but a history would sure be nice to know. Thank you for your time. Julie" I think the "Quart" is actually "Quary" and is preceded by a chinese symbol. The bottom of the bottle reads Wing Fung Hong China with more chinese symbols. Do you have any information on this bottle? Very truly yours, Sheryl Hutchens
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From James Hutchison
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Henry Mckenna whiskey bottle
Date: 01-04-2005
I have a pair of Henry McKenna hand made bourbon bottles
just curious of their value, pictures attached, they are both half gallon
bottles, Thanks James Hutchison
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From sharon bowling.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: whiskey bottle
Date: 02-04-2005
I have an amber spider webbed whiskey bottle hand blown , says for medicinal purposes only with the label stamped 1924. Says James A Dorman Distillery, Frankfort, ky. The bottle has a metal cap. Is there anything you can tell me about this bottle. Thanks, Sharon
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From redntoad
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: found bottle
Date: 02-04-2005
I found this bottle in an old coal bin it's from Emerson Drug Co. (bromo-seltzer). Its made of round, blue cobalt glass from Maryland glass Co. It's about Four inches tall and two inches in diameter. It's mouth is about One and half inches round and one inch tall. it is seemed on the neck but mot on the rim. it has a # 23 on its smooth base. How much is it worth. Thank you.
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From Rich and Mary dikbuk
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Davis Pain Killer (Vegetable)
Date: 02-04-2005
Hi Digger, Our archaeologist found an embossed Davis/Vegetable/Pain Killer bottle on a property in South Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii. Any idea how old it would be ? Thanks Hula Mary
The Perry Davis Pain killer was introduced to the market in the 1840s. Widespread advertising in newspapers around the country soon made it a national best seller. Small possible sample bottles are also quite common. Below is a recreation of part of an 1869 advertisement for the product. Digger
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From CPBGUY
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: E Remy Martin & Co. Cognac Grande Champagne
Date: 02-04-2005
HI just throwing out a question regarding value of bottles? I am looking into price or value into this bottle that my Mother-in-law has. E. Remy Martin and Company Cognac Grande Champagne Bottle is very old Age unknown Produce of France 40% alcohol, 26, 4 FL OZ Wish I had a picture to send you but I am working on it. I know that it is worth some money but I do not know how to get it appraised. My mother-in-law brought the bottle into a liquor store and a guy offered her 1000. 00 for it right away and she called me and asked me if she should sell it. I told her no. I felt it was worth more but I am not aware of the process to access it's worth. I know for sure it is over 40 years old because she has had it for that long but otherwise I am unaware of it's age. If I can get a digital picture I will send it your way. Any input from you would be appreciated
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From lucy baker .
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 1972 Austin Nichols ceramic creation liquor bottle 185, Wild Turkey 101 proof 8 years old
Date: 02-04-2005
Hello Mr. Digger, This ceramic decanter is shaped like a "Wild Turkey". It looks as if it were specifically made for the Liggett & Myers PGA Tournament Players USA Professional Match Play Championship. Liggett & Myers Inc. Country Club of North Carolina, Aug. 21-27, 1972. The bottom of the bottle reads "Circa 1972 Austin Nichols Ceramic Creation Liquor Bottle 185 Wild Turkey 101 Proof 8 years old. I have looked for several hours on the internet trying to find a bottle exactly like this one. I have been unsuccessful. I am hoping, with your knowledge of bottles you can tell me something about it. I even went to PGA Championship Sites on the web, but came up with nothing. You sure are one busy man, thanks for taking the time to read this e-mail. lucy
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From margar
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 1950 unopened
Date: 02-04-2005
Digger I have a bottle of affentaler spatburgunder 1950 light red rine wine, with the monkey on the bottle unopened , would it be still drinkable ?and what would the value be. thanks jim , pa usa
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From RICK GRAHAM grarands
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 02-04-2005
I have an Americana Porcelain McCormick Distilling Company Paul Revere decanter. I'm assuming it was a wine decanter. I believe it is in original color. Also, is not chipped or anything. Can you tell me what it would be worth. Thank you. grarands
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From beth maggart
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle question
Date: 02-04-2005
have bottle aprox 12 in tall white with blue ship decal on front & white lighthouse or something like it on back on bottom says federal law forbids sale or re-use of this bottle d334 119 7 63 any info thank you
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From Mcbrsmith
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: PLUTO WATER BOTTLE
Date: 02-04-2005
hello! my husband and I honeymooned at french lick springs resort in 1997 and purchased a green glass bottle of pluto water, americas laxative, for $52. 00. no date on bottle, antique dealer estimates 1960's. label in mint condition with the pluto devil on it, bottom of bottle has raised numbers: "18" on right, "a9769" on left, pluto devil raised in the center. do you know anything about this bottle? or have any suggestions on where I can find information on it? thank you very much for your help! sincerely, cyndy
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From benhumuk
To: JAOK20@BOTTLEBOOKS.COM. COM
Subject: 1981
date: 03-04-2005
digger, could you please help I have a commemorative 1981 prince charles and diana bells whiskey bottle by wade could you please tell me the value?
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From John Chevalier jjchev
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Vincent, Hathaway & CO
Date: 03-04-2005
Hello Digger, I just stumbled upon your website and very much appreciate that you provide such a resource! I've taken an interest in old bottles recently, as I was given quite a few of them by a family member. I'd like to ask you about allot of them, but I'll try to keep my list short! First, I read the note from the person to you concerning the green "Vincent, Hathaway & CO" bottle and I was quite excited. I have one of those but it's a little different. Mine is clear, it states the "Vincent, Hathaway & CO" on one side (in curved like writing) with "Boston" beneath that in horizontal writing. On the other side of the bottle is a naked woman with long hair wrapped around most of her body (except for one breast). Beneath the woman it says "trade mark" and beneath that in bigger letters it says "Registered". Is this bottle run of the mill, or is it something I should be extra careful with(it's in very good shape, with only one place where a tiny bubble in the glass created a blemish)? I also have two cobalt blue, square ink wells, and one nice light green tinged, round ink well with "Carter" on the bottom. The last two that I'll bother you with right now both have "blob tops", one is embossed with "BIRKENHAUER&BAUMANN Old Fashioned (with a fancy line beneath) NEWARK, N. J. REGISTERED THIS BOTTLE NOT TO BE SOLD". The second says "FEIGENSPAN" and beneath that "trade mark" beneath that there appears to be what looks like a coat of arms with a hand holding a large glass of beer (the liquid in the glass has a foamy head and the glass has what looks like a prize ribbon on it). Beneath all it states "NEWARK, N. J. THIS BOTTLE NOT TO BE SOLD". I have lots of others, like an Edison "Special battery Oil" bottle, "Mrs. Dinsmore's Balsam", a "sample bottle Dr. Kilmer's SWAMP ROOT KIDNEY CURE Binghamton, NY", "J. A. Melvin's rheumatic & dyspepsia cure, a brown bottle that says "HOPPES No 9", Geo H, Reed & Co Boston Domestic Dyes", "Pharmacist W. E. Bosserman Bethel, Maine", and even one that says "Security Remedy Co. Minneapolis, Minn" on the front and on both sides states "antiseptic healer 25cents". The neat thing about the last one is that it's never been opened and the cork is still completely intact as is the original contents (it's full to the top). It's a dark (hard to tell how dark, the bottle is brown) liquid that I suspect must be iodine. Anyway, I went on more than I should have but this is like a treasure hunt and I can see how people can get carried away with it! I've got allot more bottle's, my relative collected them and had several boxes (and buckets) full in her garage. Most of them are in perfect condition except for being very dirty inside (some of which I can't get out and don't dare to try doing myself except for a soapy rinsing). Whatever help that you can give me would be greatly appreciated. Just having your website available is a big help for someone like me who knows nothing about bottles! Thanks! John Chevalier jjchev Date: 3/27/2005
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From Bob Williams williams-bob
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle with pump
Date: 04-04-2005
Not sure if this is considered antique, but it seems over 40 years old. I remember "Made in Taiwan" meant low quality. This doesn't seem so bad. Was found in my attic amongst many vintage items, so would guess this bottle is something made before the quality of Taiwanese goods went down hill. Thank you for your time. Bob Williams Attachments:
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From Jeffrey Smoczyk jtsmoj
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Kahana Royale Macadamia Nut Liqueur bottle
Date: 03-04-2005
Hi Digger! I have looked through most of your postings, and don't figure mine is any more special of receiving a reply than anyone else's, but here goes. I have an unopened bottle of Kahana Royale Macadamia Nut Liqueur bottled by Hawaiian Distillers, Honolulu. The bottle was sold in Wisconsin and has a small Tax Stamp shaped like the State of Wisconsin. The number on this Stamp is 000000592. My parent's owned a tavern from 1975 through 1996, and no-one can recall when Wisconsin started the tax stamp, and no-one recalls ever seeing that low of a number on it. I am sure we can determine the age of it by that stamp. Do you know when they started the stamp? The bottle bottom is concaved and starts with the number "2" on top, then below that is a series of symbols described as a square and then a "U" or horseshoe shape and then a number 3. below this is a number 4093, and below that says "Bottle Made In Canada". The UPC Label on the back is 81607 91279. Thank you in advanced for your input if you get a chance to reply. smoj
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From Cyrsu1944
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: QUESTION ABOUT A BOTTLE???
Date: 03-04-2005
i have a bottle that says "The Toiletine Co. " Greenfield, Mass. It is about 3 1/2 " tall, not including the neck, and about 2" wide. The seam ends a little bit up the neck of the bottle. Diagonally across the front of the bottle it says, "REG U S TOILETINE PAT OFF. The lettering is fancy and in cursive. Is this bottle a rare find? It is in excellent condition, no chip or cracks and has some wonderful bubbles on the back of the bottle. Thank you, Suzanne
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From TuttFam01
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Phildada bottle
Date: 03-04-2005
Hi. I found your site and noticed someone else has this bottle but your reply was not listed. Please give me any info on the Philada Dr. D. Jaynes Expectorant bottle. We found it down by a creek on our property, which is over 100 years old. Thanks so much! Christina
Here's a link the article about him on my web site. Dr. Jayne Digger
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From Susan Decker klerk
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Antique Medicine Bottle
Date: 03-04-2005
Hello I have an old medicine bottle that I found in the wall of an old farmhouse that my husband and I bought back in 1983 when we were first married. We were doing some remodeling and knocked out some old plaster and lathe walls and it fell out. It is an embossed bottle and it says; Allen's Lung Balsam Cincinnati J N Harris & Co I'm not interested in selling it but would like to know if it really has any value and any history I can find on it. It has been an interesting item that I have carried around with me for more than 20 years and it's been a great conversation piece. I'd so love it if you could give me any information at all on the bottle and it's history. Thank you for your time!!! Susan Decker
The above picture is of one we dug. They appear in 1870 period privies. The brand goes back to the late 1850s and was advertised through 1948. Below is an ad from 1870 for the Balsam. Despite their age and attractiveness, the bottles do not seem to bring as much as I would think they might. Value is $20-25. Digger
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From Susan Decker
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Antique Medicine Bottle
Date: 03-04-2005
Hello Digger, I have an old medicine bottle that I found in
the wall of an old farmhouse that my husband and I bought back in 1983 when we
were first married. We were doing some remodeling and knocked out some old
plaster and lathe walls and it fell out. It is an embossed bottle and it says;
Allen's Lung Balsam Cincinnati J N Harris & Co Here is a picture I'm not
interested in selling it but would like to know if it really has any value and
any history I can find on it. It has been an interesting item that I have
carried around with me for more than 20 years and it's been a great conversation
piece. I'd so love it if you could give me any information at all on the bottle
and it's history. Thank you for your time!!! Susan Decker Attachments: Bangor,
Mi bottle rs. jpg 
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From J. Corl
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: curious about this
Date: 03-04-2005
I have a liquor bottle that is very interesting Label says, . Agustin Bofill Badalona It is still unopened and still has the seal. but the thing that interests me is that inside the bottle is a little wooden man climbing a ladder. it appears to be hand carved, and must have been constructed as you would a ship in a bottle prior to filling with liquor. any ideas? sincerely, Jamie Corl NJ, USA
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From Wjswitzer
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 03-04-2005
Hello!, I found your name on the Antique Bottle web site. I have just come across a Sholtz Beer Bottle from the Milan Brewing Corporation of Milan, Ohio and am not finding any information about it. Can you help. Thanks, John
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From Nunboy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Canadian Club / Seagram's whiskey
Date: 03-04-2005
Dear Sir. I have 3 unopened bottles of whiskies. The first one is a 1955 Canadian Club seal not broken. The second one is a Seagram's V. O. dated 1962 seal not broken. And the last one is a Seagram's V. O. dated 1957 seal not opened. My question to you is the value of these bottles with the whiskies still in them unopened? Thanks for any information that you can give. Sincerely Hank Nunes
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From LAURIE CROMER laurie. cromer
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 04-04-2005
mr digger I have a 18 inch tall milk bottle with a cow on one side and a star and 1890 on the other. it also has a star on the bottom. could you tell me where its from and its value? thank you very much johnny faircloth americus , georgia
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From Mike butchiedogindy.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Trying to ID maker
Date: 04-04-2005
Hello, Less than an amateur here when it comes to bottles. I am assuming this bottle is a reproduction of an older style and I am wondering if anyone would know who the maker would be. It is signed and I believe dated maybe 1985, but I don't know how to read marks like this or know what they mean. 48ur. jpg Any help would be appreciated. Mike
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From Lynne97
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 04-04-2005
I have Brown glass bottle 4/5 quart, no label, marks on bootom are as follows; L-7931 5571 stamped capital I in an oval "LIQUOR BOTTLE" all on the bottom , then on the side "FEDERAL LAW FORBIDS SALE OR RE USE OF THIS BOTTLE" I think it's prohibition era whiskey bottle, can anyone help Confirm ? Also, I have a brown glass bottle with a "LEROUX" on the side of it from same find probably same time period any help would be greatly appreciated. dwainedye
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From Michelle Horner hornersmn
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Seltzer bottle
Date: 04-04-2005
Hi Digger, My husband found this bottle while doing a 200 foot dive in Lake Washington. The research I've done dates the bottle back to the early 1900's in Shasta Springs, CA. but that's all I've found. The front says 'Shasta Water From Shasta Springs' Do you have any ideas as far as info and maybe value? It would be much appreciated! Thanks! Michelle
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From Kimberly Fisk
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Blatz Bottle
Date: 04-04-2005
Hi Digger, Please help me age and price this bottle. It is a dark amber (Beer?) bottle, the neck you can barely see through, but the body and base are nearly inpenatrable. It's about 10 inches tall, 3 1/2 inches around at the base. Just before the neck it say in a almost arch BLATZ and then under it has a straight MILWAUKEE. The side seem stops just before the lip. The base has no seem, but a sunk-in large circle covers it and inside it says (top) W F & S (center) 15 (bottom) MIL Inside at the base is what appears to be a raised air bubble shaped like a rainbow/arch. Is this some sort of pont. ? The neck is smooth and gradually gets smaller until blossoming into the lower lip and then shrinks slightly again until meeting with the rounded lip. No label, letters are embossed. Found while metal detecting an old homesite. All other things found at homesite are pre '35. Two small discoloring dings near base. Either scratch or makers defect near neck. No cracks or chips. Thanks for all your help. Kim F. Haughton(near Shreveport) La.
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From Carol Serr errjsanet
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Revision to Nov. 2000 Questions /
Date: 04-04-2005
Hello Digger, I dont know if you often revise a revision on one of your Question pages . but . I would like to retract what I sent to you back in 2003. Back then . I only went by what was listed in Toulouse's book of makers marks on bottles, but since then I have been working with several bottle researchers (via email) and we have found numerous errors in Toulouses work. And recently one of our group discovered with pretty much certainty . who the FHGW mark actually belonged to so . if possible . I would like to request that you remove the below (red) portion of my text and replace it with the following (blue) text. At a minimum, delete my original posting (if you dont care to revise it), since I think it is important to not mislead folks to think their beer bottles were made by F. Hampson in England . since they were not. Thanks so much. Still curious . rol. [original] reader update 12/4/2003 . I was curious . and looked in Toulouse's Bottle Makers and Their Marks book (pg 202) . and found FHGW listed as being the mark of Frederick Hampson Glass Works (you guessed that part right, of course) . a company in England that made "handmade beers, amber, and finished for corks" . 1880-1900 . that have been found in western ghost towns in the US. This seems to fit that bottle Mr. Faszholz found . but I could not find an email listing for him . to send this info hence my wondering if you ever go back to add more info to past answers? Not that he would check back . but others could benefit from this new info. Call me . Curious Carol . in California :o) 4/4/05 I love your website You told him you did not know who made the bottle based on that marking. [replace the old text with this:] Well recently David Whitten, a bottle mark reseacher, discovered through city directories in St. Louis, that there was a Frederick Heitz Glass Works in that city, who (for lack of any other known makers of these initials) was probably the bottle maker who used the F. H. G. W. mark on export beer and also wax sealer fruit jars from 1883-1896. Some wax sealers and early soda bottles are marked with F. H. , and these may be attributed to Heitz also, but at this time it is not 100% certain. Please refer to David's site for more bottle/jar marks:
http://www. myinsulators /glass-factories/bottlemarks2.html
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From Steve Carter scarterPlainfieldFire
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: antique bottle question
Date: 04-04-2005
Dear Sir I am not a bottle collector but a bicycle collector. I recently found a bottle and would love to learn more about its history. The bottle is rectangular in shape 8" high and 4" wide, amber in color. The mold seem does not go over the lip, lip is fatter than the rest of the glass, like it was the end of hand blown glass. One side is plane and the other has a rooster ridding a high wheel bike with the word TRADE above and MARK below. On the bottom is HAMBURG SOCIEDAD VINICOLA. There are no chips and the bottle seems undamaged. Any information will be appreciated. Steve Carter
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From Zachary3397
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: crownford china co.
Date: 04-04-2005
Hi Digger. My name is Jeff and live in Gray, Maine. I was digging in the back yad a few years bak. I uncovered a blue glass jar. 4 quart. It says Aunt Marys pure foods. Made in Italy 1969. also the word provisions. pat. Jan 13, 1881. Can you tell me anything about this and maybe the worth?? Thanks for your help. sincerely, Jeff
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From Waterboy22396
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old bottle
Date: 04-04-2005
Hello , Thank you for your time. I recently found a bottle washed up on the bank on lake marion. THe bottle is clear, marked 8fl. oz on the bottom. On both sides it has a semi nude lady (raised) above her it says " Like Me" On the bottom it says Charleston sc. The bottle is clear and the top was broke off but it was only a few feet fom the remaining part. Any info on the bottle would be awesome. Thank you Tony
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From Ml5Jer
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: digger
Date: 04-04-2005
old style moonshine or whiskey jugs are great-do you know of any manufacturers that still make them? Maybe in a smaller size to but bubble bath in? Jerry ml5jer
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From ben harper mrharper77
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle labels
Date: 05-04-2005
Hi! I'm doing some research into what the labels for Gin and Schnapps bottles would look like in Germany during the period right before World War 2. Ca. 1920-32 Any help you can provide will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance, Ben Harper
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From Serena Goeske n2aviation
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Glenfiddich
Date: 05-04-2005
htmldiv style='background-color:'PBRBR/P PBRFront says: ;
Highland Still Master's Crock . Glenfiddich . Single Malt Scotch Whisky .
Product of Scotland . 101 Proof Aged 10 years . 750 ml (25. 4 fl. oz. )/P
class=RTE PBack says: ; Sole Distributors for USA William Grant & Sons Inc
New York, NY ; 10020 Product of Scotland . Distilled and Bottled by (signature
of: ; William Grant & Sons Ltd) Banffshire, Scotland. /P PNo marks on bottom
so I have no idea of date . got it at a flea market for hardly nothing would
like to know the value and how old it is. ; Thank you. ; Also, it's in excellent
condidtion no cracks, chips, discoloration, etc. ;
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From Bell's Supply bellsupplynuvox
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 6-complete set bicentinnial Norman Rockwell bourbon bottles
Date: 05-04-2005
I have a complete set, never opened, in original boxes. Please let me know what these are worth. Thank you, Kevin Bell
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From Wills, James (RBI-US RCD)
To: 'jaok20@bottlebooks.com ' jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle
Date: 05-04-2005
I found on my property. It looks like a soda bottle. It is clear glass, only 4ounces, no markings other than the face of a clown on the bottom. I live near Boston, MA (in case it's a regional bottle). I was just curious and thought maybe you could help. Jim Wills
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From Todd Sappington Todd87
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 05-04-2005
I know you get hundreds of emails and the question I want to ask most you have probably heard a million times. I have done some research on my own but have gotten unsatisfactory results. I have a ruby colored bottle that has twelve sides. It is approximately three and a half inches tall. The side of the bottle says A. Lancaster's Indian vegetable jaundice bitters Col. Sam Johnson proprietor. On the bottom of the bottle it say Wheaton. I have seen similar bottles on the net in amber colors and green also some blue bottles. I have not found any of the bottles like this one. I have read many articles about the reproduction of the jaundice bitters bottles however my question is this. Is it possible that there were some original bottles that were not reproductions and if so how much are they worth. I would be happy to send you a photo should you need one. Please email me whenever you have the time. I am not in a hurry, nor do I frequent your web site enough to find any answer you may place there. think you so much for your time and patience with my question. I hope to hear from you soon.
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From Remi Givogue sacapoohvideotron
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Sharing a find of a bottle that I'm tottaly baffle about Yes its may be worth your while to look at :)
Date: 05-04-2005
Just sharing a find . as I came across your site while searching for information On Barrett & Elers This came to me from my Sister who bid on a box of bottles in Barbadoes . in it where some very early water bottles hutchinson type Rum Bottles black glass and then this one Details Black Glass (Very Black) H 8" 1/8 inches W 2" 5/8 inches Front Large oval " outside Trade on top and Mark on bottom Inside oval B & E London with a imprinted twist cork screw . Back Clearly indicated on the bottle made with a stencil L. Shaw St. Leonards At the Base Rim Barrett & Elers Limited London Applied Top Inside the neck is a screw impression as if you screwed a top into the bottle I'm a so baffle by this bottle . Am I looking at the very first twist top bottle or a modern imitation everything seems to indicate early 1900 late 1880 techniques. I realize you must get a few emails of this nature but honestly I'm not asking for anything I'm just baffle . and if you wish to comment I would be more than willing to listen to your opinion. Remi a Bottle Collector / Canada Ottawa Bytown Bottle Club Attachments: Twist Top Black Glass 009. jpg Twist Top Black Glass 011. jpg Twist Top Black Glass 006. jpg Twist Top Black Glass 008. jpg
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From bafi bafi
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle
Date: 05-04-2005
Hi, Could you please give me any info this bottle? On the bottom it has Federal Law Prohibits the sale or reuse of this bottle and the #'s 3 R-194 55 60 plus what looks like an I in the middle of an oval. The lid is plastic and has a seal in it. It looks as if there is a double bottom. On the other side is a man serenading in front of a castle. Thank you very much for any info.
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From bafi bafi
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle
Date: 05-04-2005
Hi, Could you please give me any info this bottle? On the bottom it has Federal Law Prohibits the sale or reuse of this bottle and the #'s 3 R-194 55 60 plus what looks like an I in the middle of an oval. The lid is plastic and has a seal in it. It looks as if there is a double bottom. On the other side is a man serenading in front of a castle. Thank you very much for any info.
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From DeeAnn Stiles dees
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Brown Jug
Date: 05-04-2005
Hello Digger, I have a bottle/vase or pitcher; not sure what catagory it would be in. It has the pontif marking on the bottom and there are a lot of bubbles in the glass. It has a sheared lip; but no seam. I've include a picture, could you tell me if this is really old and what you think the worth would be? Thanks, DeeAnn Stiles dees_ Attachments: Brown Pitcher 02. jpg Brown Pitcher 04. jpg
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From ConvairXB36
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Carrie Nation Bottle with label
Date: 05-04-2005
Hello, I was just reading your response to a question about a Carrie Nation bottle, and thought you would like to know that mine has the label and it says REWARD Brand Reduced Cider Vinegar 4% acidity contents 1 pt. Distributors C. E. Ward & Sons Decatur, Ill. It was found by me in about 1970 in my grand parents home in Decatur, Ill. and thought you might like to know. Dave
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From Ddrpprqueen
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old glass bottle found
Date: 05-04-2005
My husband found an old looking glass bottle at a job site here in Savannah, GA. We were wondering if you have any info about the bottle or company. It reads PETERS BEVERAGES on the front, and PETERS BOTTLING CO. , SAVANNAH, GA, CONT. 10 FL. OZS. Thank you for your time. Stacey
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From Margmeyers1
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: I want to know how much my bottle is worth
Date: 05-04-2005
ok first off, I have an old bottle I found sticking out of the dirt. I opened up the top and it smelled strong like liquer so I was like sweet a old liquer bottle, it looks old anyway, well I dont have a camera to send a pic because I am poor but . it is a see through glass bottle with little messeruing units on the side like ounces on one side and qt on the other around the upper part of the bottle going around it shows to crossed arrows then the word bols ever other time going around. the lower bottom says ervan lucas bols going around the bottom of it. on the under neath bottom it says liquor bottle with 3 little number sets 55 17 75 that's what it says hope u can help thank u bye Jason
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From hansenpaul2
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle Appraisal
Date: 05-04-2005
I am attaching 6 photos of a bottle that has been in my family's posession for about 40+ years. My father got it from a junkyard dealer friend of his. I believe he said they found it in an old house they were demolishing. The bottle color is very, very dark amber, 14" tall and 2 7/8" across at the base. The mouth of the bottle is not in one of your descriptions, but I can tell that it's slightly rough where it connects to the bottle. I can not see any side mold seams, but there are horizontal waves and ridges visable when looking through it at a bright light/sun. The base of the bottle has a fairly smooth finish-it indents in an even round shape (about the size of a golf ball or pingpong ball) with a little smooth 'nipple' in the very center. The bottle weighs 1 15/16 pds (on my postage meter scale). There are no scratches or chips in the bottle itself. The label is faded and parts are missing. The blues, greens and shades of brown are still visable. The three labels are as follows: The top label has the name W. C. Muschenheim (the Hotel Astor guy?) on it. The center label has the name "GEBRUDER DREXEL" on the first line w/ "Hoflieranten Sr Majestat des Kaisers & Konigs" on the second line and the words "FRANKFURT A/M" on the third line. In my internet research I found an antique C. Bechstein Grand Piano for sale with the same words on the piano's fallboard logo . "Hoflieranten Sr Majestat des Kaisers & Konigs" and the description that said . "this photo shows the fallboard logo which is the preferred "Kaiser & Konigs" version which relates to Bechstein's regal connections at the time of manufacture. " So this Gebruder Drexel guy/company must have had the same type of 'regal connection' or in that same era??? The bottom label has the words: "1862 MARCOBRUN*E" w/ Ausl** It also has a United States Inter. Revenue, Proprietary, 2 cent, series of 1898, stamp on the upper right hand corner of the lower label--I've included a photo of that too. I have spent hours on the internet trying to find info on 'Marcobrunce' or 'Gebruder Drexel', but could only find the info on W C Muschenheim with the Hotel Astor during the early 1900's. He died 10/26/1918. His home/castle in NY burnt down12/20/1903. This info came from the New York Times archives. I'm interested in the historical information as well as the appraisal info. Thank you. I look forward to hearing from you. Marianne Hansen Attachments: Bottle-wine-label (4)s. jpg Bottle-wine-label (3)s. jpg Bottle-wine-label (1)s. jpg Bottle-wine-label s. jpg Bottle-wine-label stamp2 s. JPG Bottle-wine-label (5)s. jpg
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From Pearl Island Seafood shellbuyerns. symo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 05-04-2005
Hi there, I was wondering if you may direct me as the approximate value of the complete wooden case of KIK 5 cent soda bottles the case and bottles are excellent shape. I also have 12, 10 cent KIK bottles, no case though. Thank you Ted B
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From éøåï langsamzahav. il
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: mineral watter bottel made of corn
Date: 06-04-2005
i am looking for some information about producer of mineral watter in UTAH that developed spacial bottele for mineral watter made of CORN friendly for environment. if you can help me with more information pls let me know. thanks yankovich yaron
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From annette turner
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2005
1:01 AM
Subject: BOTTLE ? hi , I know clorox bottles are not collectables, but I have a clear clorox bottle that has the raised writing on it I think it is a quart size , it has a black screw ; ;cap that also has clorox on it. the bottom of the bottle has the clorox trade mark, reg u. s. ; ;pat. off. everyone I know says they have never seen a clear one n you tell me if these are rare ? ; ;i think by the clorox web page it was made between 1940 - 1950 because of the letters on it. thank you very much for your time, annette
From "Digger" jaok20@bottlebooks.com
To: "annette turner"
Subject: Re: BOTTLE ?
Date: Fri, 1 Apr 2005
16:14:43 -0500 Annette I have not seen a clear Clorox . I'll bet they made other products and the bottle contained something other than bleach. Send a pic and I will post it. Please visit my web site at http://www.bottlebooks.com Digger ----- Original Message -----
From annette turner
Subject: PICTURE OF CLEAR CLOROX BOTTLE
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From tgaymo tgaymo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 06-04-2005
My bottle says CHESEBROUGH MANFG. CO. CD. NEW - YORK. It's approximately 3inches. The letters are embossed I think that's what its called. It has no lid. How much do you think its worth. I also have a Lysol bottle that is brown and at one time had a cork. Where is a good place to sell your bottles?
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From Rhonda Moscoe
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 1959 Pill Bottle
Date: 06-04-2005
I am looking for a reference picture of a 1958 or 1959 pill bottle that would have stored Valium. Any suggestion where I can find either reference photos or where I can purchase some. Doing research for a film
. Thanks for your time. Rhonda Moscoe (Toronto, Ontario)
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From tommy -town
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Coca Cola Bottle
Date: 06-04-2005
Hi! I found a Coca Cola Bottle that has Glen Rose, Texas on the bottom. It is in good shape. It has the embossed Coca Cola and Registered trademark. I says it was registered December 25, 1923. It is 7 3/4 " tall. I am sending a photo with this. I did find out that Glen Rose, Texas was home of the "smallest Coca Cola Bottling Co. " in 1932. I am guessing that the bottle would be quite rare. Thank-you, Joan Smith
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From JDS jdseb1
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Atlas E-Z Seal
Date: 07-04-2005
I came across an Atlas E-Z Seal quart clear canning jar in a local Salvation Army Thrift Store. I'm not a collector or a seller but the excellent condition of the jar was appealing. After performing as much research on the internet as I could, I wasn't able to find one that matched the one I found. Particularly, the jar is enclosed in what appears to be a bail wire stand with a wire swivel handle, almost the consistency of a thick wire coat hanger. The jar is completely removable. On the bottom of the jar is the imprint - B, an H with a small capital A underneath it, a C next to the number 12. Of course, the name ATLAS E-Z SEAL is embrossed on the side of the jar. Thanks for any information you may have. JDS
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From Karl & Melissa Malliaau
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: glass half gallon clear bottle words imperial half gallon on bottom
Date: 07-04-2005
I HAVE NO PICTURE BUT I FOUND IT WALKING ON THE BEACH IN DARWIN . WELL IT STANDS ABOUT 30 CM HIGH AND IT HAS RIDGES ON THE TOP AND BOTTOM OF IT . I HAVE SEEN OLD BOTTLES BEFORE AND I RECKEN IT IS FROM THE TIME FRAME OF 1930 1950 COULD BE SOONER THEN THAT . DARWIN HAS SOOM HISTORY AND I RECKON IT HELD WHISKEY OR RUM . THE NECK IS ABOUT 4CM HIGH AND A CORK HELD THE CONTENTS IN . I AM BETTING IT COME FROM SHIP THAT HAS SUNK IN THE AREA . I DO NOT THINK YOU WOULD NO BUT I WOULD LIKE TO FIND OUT . CAN YOU HELP ME BY TELLING ME WERE I CAN GET HELP FROM , AND TO SHOW IT TO SOME ONE THANK YOU FOR ANY HELP KARL
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From susie mccord
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: double cola
Date: 07-04-2005
my mother has 9or10 cases of 24 in each of 16oz. return for deposit of double cola bottles we are trying to find out where to take them
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From susan latchford co. uk
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: WHATS IT FOR ?????
Date: 07-04-2005
ITS COPPER WITH A BRASS SCREWE TOP, THERE ARE 2 TINY HOLES DRILLED INTO THE SIDE OF THE SCREW TOP - PICTURES ATTACHED ITS VERY HEAVY REGARDS SUE
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From Matt McDermott uk
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle
Date: 07-04-2005
Hi recently found this bottle in poland could you tell me anything about it ??? think it has c a 50 8cm on base ? can you help ?? thanks m mcdermott Attachments: Photos 200. jpg Photos 202. jpg Photos 201. jpg Photos 203. jpg
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From Joe Kane
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Seagram's 83
Date: 07-04-2005
I have a bottle of Seagram's 83 Gracious Canadian Whisky Joseph E. Seagram & Sons Limited Waterloo, Ontario Canada The seal is unbroken and is dated 1959. Is it worth anything? or should I drink it. Thanks, Shirley Kane
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From Joe Kane.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Seagram's 83
Date: 07-04-2005
Sorry I didn't give you all the requested information previously, so here is what I have. The bottle is 10" high On the bottom of the bottle are some numbers 44264 Shape of bottle is rectangular with something like thumb prints all over it I have a bottle of Seagram's 83 Gracious Canadian Whisky The label says Seagram's 83 Gracous Canadian Whisky Joseph E. Seagram & Sons Limited Waterloo, Ontario Canada Bottle color is clear Condition is perfect The seal is unbroken and is dated 1959. Is it worth anything? or should I drink it. Thanks for anything you can tell me. Shirley Kane
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From John Ford jr
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Info
Date: 07-04-2005
Why do wine botles have indentations on the bottom of them --live life 2 its fullest cus it will b gon b4 u know it. sincere85
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From Sandra Pieper
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: lithia water tablet bottle
Date: 07-04-2005
HI, I have a lithia water tablet bottle with its box. All the labels on the bottle are readable, also on the box, One side of the box is in German. Date on the box and bottle are June 30, 1906. It says it is prepared by Wm. R. Warner& Co. Also have and Armstrong Cork Company eyebath with its box also. I am curious of what the value of these would be . Found them in an old farm house I was renting 15 years ago. I was surprized that the boxes are in really great shape and the labels so clear. I'd appreciate and insight on these . Thank you for your time , Sandra Leigh , Waukesha, WI.
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From alan barley
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Pendergast Gin
Date: 07-04-2005
A friend of mine and I dug up a clear glass "hip flask" shaped bottle with badly damaged paper labels from the old city dump in Hays, Kansas. He has the bottle and I haven't seen him in a few years so, I don't have a photo. I ran across your web site, I've always been curious if it possibly had any value. The labels were not decorative at all -- more medicinal than like a liquor bottle. In faded red ink - Large block letters: PENDERGAST GIN Smaller black lettering FULL PROOF 3/5 pint Kansas City, Mo. I've done an internet search and can't find any information on "Pendergast Gin". Could this have anything to do with "Boss Pendergast" and his sons who ran Kansas City from the 1890's thru the 1940's? The back label was smaller and square and slightly askew. It said something about "Kansas City's Largest & Oldest Mail Order Liquour Store". It didn't match the front label and looked like it had been possibly added to the bottle. [by the shipper?] The bottle and labels were damaged and there was fire blackening on part of one side. Sorry for such a sketchy description. Should I hunt my friend down an claim my portion of fabulous wealth? Thank you. Alan Barley abarley365
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From Lynn Hansen
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: walker pharmaceuticals
Date: 07-04-2005
Hi digger, I have a bottle. It is amber colored and it is seamed. It says HYMOSA across the top. On the bottom is says Walker Pharmaceuticals, St. Louis. It appears to be about a pint. Would you have any idea of age or worth? Thank you.
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From Queenterri1
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Seagrams 5
Date: 08-04-2005
My father has come across a bottle of seagrams 5. The bottle has never been opened. it was made in Lawrence Ind. The numbers on the two seals are 7974029-7 and 15-8779467. There are also numbers on the bottom of the bottle and they are D126 and B-2. The bottle also says Not for sale. What can you tell me about this Seagrams 5? When it was made and what it is worth?
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From Brown, Tammy L.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Small corked bottle
Date: 08-04-2005
I am looking for some information about a small bottle that was found in house that is being remodeled. The bottle has a small diamond on it with a Japanese character and the in English it says Japan Bottle Company. Can you tell me anything about it? Regards, Tammy Brown
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From Cristy faceymtida
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Blue Grass Belle Vinegar bottle
Date: 08-04-2005
Hi, I have this vinegar bottle but can't find anything
about the company that made it and nothing comes up on the name either. Can you
tell me more about it and what the value is?? Attached are 2 pictures of it.
Thanks, Cristy Attachments: vinegar jar front view (Small). JPG vinegartop view
(Small). JPG .JPG)
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From margie
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Ball fruit jar
Date: 08-04-2005
Hello digger, I have a blueish , greenish Ball mason fruit Jar. It was made in 1853 or 1858 , it doesn't have a uniform shape it's a little warped. I think it say New York on it. I can send a picture later if you want I don't have the bottle in the house at this moment. Trying to get information on it. Thanks, Marji
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From Maxine Stoner
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old IV bottle
Date: 08-04-2005
Hi Digger I'm not sure this is within your area but you are about my last ditch effort. I have an antique IV bottle (see attached) and I can't seem to find another one like it. I purchased it from a late doctor's estate sale. He was about 90 when he passed 4 yrs ago and apparently collected himself so his age may not be of help. It has old english etched numbers and is open at the top (wide end). The glass is slightly wavy when held to the light. It holds 1000cc's. There are no chips or damage of any kind. I have the bottle packed away and cannot remember seeing seams. I don't really remember seeing any but may very well be wrong. As pictured, there are other parts that go with it. The large piece is a base and is heavily weighted. I believe there is a piece missing that should go into the base and then the lower left ring is atached to the missign part. The top ring with chains suspends from somewhere and is where the bottle hangs. It seems strange but I guess they would just pour the fluid/blood right into the top and it was left open to the air (and gnats . ugh!). Any idea of the age, value and rarity? Any help is greatly appreciated. Maxine Tecumseh, MI Attachments: IV Bottle 1. JPG IV Bottle 2. JPG
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From robert rogalla
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Canning jar
Date: 08-04-2005
Hi I'm a serious bottle collector and while we were in Europe we found a canning jar with inside screw threads. The top was hand applied. Its clear glass and yes it has the inside screw lid. We have traveled thru 42 states and 26 countries and have have never seen anything like this. My friends told me you have the expertise that would be helpfull. I am planning to put this on ebay. What is this worth? Thanks Bob
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From Donald Walker
To: Jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: jenny lind
Date: 08-04-2005
Sir , I have come across what I believe to be an original jenny lind bottle . The embossing is high . Bottle is aqua in color . This bottle does have a crack . What should I expect to pay for a true undamaged original . Any thoughts on the value of this one with a 3 inch crack . Thanks for your attention . Donald Walker
Subject: Re: jenny lind
Date: Sat, 9 Apr 2005
08:24:39 -0400 Do not buy damaged bottles. You can find am
undamaged one either on Ebay or through Glassworks Auctions This class of
historicals have not had the broad public appeal of other flasks and so in aqua
they can be had for under $100 even pontiled Please visit my web site at http://www.bottlebooks.com
Digger
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From melissa mallinson. au
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: glass half gallon clear bottle words imperial half gallon on bottom
Date: 08-04-2005
Subject: glass half gallon clear bottle words imperial half gallon on bottom i have no piture but i found it walking on the beach in darwin . well it stands about 30 cm high and it has ridges on the top and bottom of it . i have seen old bottles before and i recken it is from the time frame of 1930 1950 could be sooner then that . darwin has soom history and i reckon it held whiskey or rum . the neck is about 4cm high and a cork held the contents in . i am betting it come from ship that has sunk in the area . i do not think you would no but i would like to find out . can you help me by telling me were i can get help from , and to show it to some one thank you for any help karl
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From Jim Bradshaw
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle
Date: 08-04-2005
Hello, I see on your website someone is wanting to buy a Hank WIlliams Sr whisky bottle, mustic box. I have one to sell but Im not sure how much it is worth. I also have one with Tom T. Hall on it, also a music box. McCormick Whisky. seal has never been broken Thank you for all your help.
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From Ana Sepulveda
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Wilken Family Blended Whiskey
Date: 09-04-2005
April 8, 2005
3 Question - "Wilken Family Blended Whiskey" bottle Hello Sir, My husband found this bottle in the attic of an old home. It's old, and not in very good shape. We're wondering when it was made. Please let me know anything you can about it. 67 M-3248jjjjk, mn More bottle information: the bottom has these numbers 67- M-3248 We can't find a date. We were curious to know if it's worth anything. We thank you, sir. Thanks Ana Attachments:
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From Phillip Nicolson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Query
Date: 09-04-2005
Hi, I have a dark brown bottle from the 'THE BRITANNIA BOTTLING CO. SHROPSHIRE' (this is embossed around the bottle at the bottom), quite a palin design with a large B and 654 on it's base . Can you tell me anything about it as I can't find any mention of this company on the web. many thanks
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From Kimberlu04
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Soda bottle
Date: 09-04-2005
Hi, My name is Kimberly. I don't know much about older soda bottles, so I am hoping you can help me. I will try to give as much information as I can. We have a soda bottle dated "patented" 1914. The product was Delicious Delaware Punch, this is embossed on the front of the bottle. Embossed on the back of the bottle is a punch bowl w/cups, along with the ingredients of the bottle. It also has Delaware Punch Bottling, Shreveport, Louisiana. It is 6 1/2 fl. ozs. , not too long of a neck, the lip is a little rounded, and it looks like the seam goes all the way up to the lip, but it seems to be a little less as you get to the lip of the bottle. The base, well I don't know the difference in smooth, embossing, etc. At the bottom of the base there is something on it, but I can't quite make all of it out. It does have some numbers and a word, something glass or glas. I am not sure if I explained it correctly, I may even be wrong about the embossing of the label. As I said, I don't know much about older soda bottle. However, I do hope you can assist me and I do thank you for your time and consideration. Thank you, Kimberly
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From Larry Bessey.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 1969 commemorative whiskey bottle
Date: 09-04-2005
Sir, I have 2 bottles of bourbon whiskey commemorative Kansas City Chiefs in the shape of the chiefs football helmut. One of the bottles has never been opened. The seal is still atrtached. Could you tell me the worth of these? Thanks for taking my question.
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From Donald Walker
To: Jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: question-orange peel ?
Date: 09-04-2005
Good evening . I have pepsi bottle from Florida that I recently purchased that has a very unusual condition . There's the usual film found on dug bottles , but 90% of the surface of this bottle looks similiar to what most people would refer to as orange peel . It looks like the condition is on the inside walls of the bottle as well . It starts about 1 1/2 inches from the top lip and extends down to the base of the bottle . I am totaly baffled . The seller said that the bottle had a rough texture , but I've never seen this condition before . What could have caused this damage or am I going to be shocked to find out it was produced this way ? Please respond . Thanks . Donald Walker
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From Duane Short
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Id Help Requested: Federal Law Forbids Sale
Date: 10-04-2005
NOTE: Bottle Picture (attached) is from your wweb site and closely approximates the bottle I have. My bottle has a slighty shorter neck and an overall more straight-lined (less curvy) appearance. --- DESCRIPTION: Shoulder: FEDERAL LAW FORBIDS SALE OR RE-USE OF THIS BOTTLE 4/5 Quart (Repeated 4 times at perimeter of base) Base / Bottom: Center = D - I Clockwise markings: (12 o'clock position) = 72 (3 position) = 8 (6 position) = 47 (9 position) = N NOTE: N is inside a raised square Total Height: 10 1/8 inches Mouth Type: Cork Lip: See Attached pic. Mold Seam: Goes over top of lip Shape: Round cylindrical body with straight up appearance; from shoulder up straight lined and angular to lip. No Label or Design on body of bottle Color: Amber Condition: No Damage - very light stained with only minimal cleaning done so far. I would like to know about the bottle: age, rarity, value and especially its history. Found in remote wooded area of Southern Illinois, Saline Cty. at an old settlement location - perhaps a CCC camp. Thank you. -- Duane Short Attachments:
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From Luvudink
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 7-UP bottle question
Date: 09-04-2005
Hello, Great website. Well I have one for you. It says 1935 on the bottom of the bottle. The label says Los Angeles Any price info? I have a six pack. Thanks Michelle
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From Faye & Maurice fidgeface
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle
Date: 10-04-2005
Dear Digger, I have a small amber bottle, 3" rectangular. It's a corker, with 1775 on bottom. It has 3 bumps or hobnails on shoulder, & a few on sides & bottom. The seam goes about halfway up the neck. It has no other markings. It looks really old, with seed bubbles. I would appreciate any help on identifying it. Thanks, Maurice----NE Ga.
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From Marc Haspeslag
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: whisky bottle
Date: 10-04-2005
Dear Sir, Included you find a picture of a whisky bottle I
found on a market in Kinsasha (Congo) There is a drawing of the Scottish
highlands on the frontside The text on the bottle : The Gaithness blend fine old
whisky Hugh Mc Allistair&c proprietors Glasgow & London Product of the Glens of
the Scottish Highlands On the bottom I found a partly erased oval imprint stamp
wich reads : Glasgow pottery, Can you identify or date this whiskey jar more
precisely? yours sincerely Marc Haspeslag Attachments: picture bottle. JPG
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From Garry Brian. au
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: questions
Date: 10-04-2005
Hi Digger. My name is Garry and I live in Australia. Sorry I haven't got any pics for you but I hope I can describe the containers to you that are all stoneware containers 1/. I have a white/grey stoneware bottle ( ink bottle I think)it is approximately 14. 5 cms high 5. 5 cms across. ( 20 cms circumference) It has a lip on the top. On one side of the stoneware bottle it has " FIELD LONDON" stamped on it and on the opposite side it has Bourne & Son Patentees Denby ( I think) Potteries Near Derby. It was dug out of the ground about 12 months ago and has come up looking very good. I am wanting to know the approx. age and would you have a ball park figure you could give me on the price of it 2/. I also have several small pottery containers that I got out of a lake 30 years ago. An old homestead used to be by this lake and alot of the rubbish usedto be thrown into and around the lake. This is where I have found 40 % of my bottles Of all the books I have read and looked up on the internet I do not know what they would have been used for. They stand 7 cms tall and are 6. 5 cms across ( 45 cms circumfrance) They all have an oval stamp on them with ( what appears to be the following wording) George Okey ( on the top of the oval stamp) with Wilnegote or Wilnecote on the bottom of the oval stamp. Next to that stamp is another one in the shape of a triangle / pyramid with some sort of writing along the base and what appears to be another smaller triangle sitting on top of the large triangle. Maybe a symbolic crown ??. very hard to see even with a magnifying glass Colour : coming up from the base to 5cms it is a Biege colour then it becomes a Light tan colour. With a slight glazed look At the 6 cm height the top goes in a bit over 1cm then it has top on it about 1 cm high with a 3 cm opening. I assume there was a cap on it of Cork?? 3/. Next Stoneware container is 15. 5 cm tall At the 11 cm height it slopes in by 1cm with an angle, with a top of about 3 cm high . The opening is 3. 2 cms . Again a cork seal?? Markings are :oval stamp with Vickers England Colour is light/dark tan all over the bottle with a slight glaze look 4/. Another stone ware container 19 cms high in total. About 1 cm up from base there is line around the container. Just above this line on one side there is a rectangular stamp with what appears to be a 7 or maybe a 1 . Inside the rectangular stamp there is writing, what appears to be: ENCRE JAPONAISE N. ANTIONE & FII or FH ( hard to make out) Approx. 12 cms up from base there are three ridges. About 1 cm after the last ridge the container begins to slope inand the neck is about 4 cms long with a pouring lip. Opening at the top is about 2 cm wide. Colour is a dark tan all over with a full gloss finish I hope this is not too much to be taken on by you but a would appreciate what ever feed back you have . Would you have some good sites for me to go to to find out information Regards Garry
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From Debra Ernst
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Hank WIlliams Sr Bottle
Date: 10-04-2005
From monicahb
To: Digger subject: value of something
Date: 04-05-2003 I have some liquor bottles. hank williams jr. hank willians sr. orark ike 1980 by mccormick distilling company tom t hall. and a liquor bottle of a dog. on the bottle is heritage chia 1974 sn-52, ezra brooks liquor 185. I would love to know the value of these thing please e-mail me back at monicahb thank you I have the same question. Thanks for any help you could give Debra dse31
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From Mike Brugh
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Truckee Soda Works
Date: 10-04-2005
I am intersted in finding out about the Truckee Soda Works, Donner Brand (1930's) Turckee, CA. I have collected Donner Brand soda labels. I recently purchase ( both have not recieved) soda bottles with Donner Brand labels on them. They have lighting closures on them and wonder if you can tell me if this bottle type was in use during the 1930's?? Attached is a Word file with pictures I purchased the Lemon Kist and the Ginger Ale bottles . I did not purchase the Root Beer bottle . as I was really unsure of it but have included it becasuse there was info on the bottom of the bottle . Please let me know when you have posted your answer on your web site. Thanks in advance. Mike mbrugh Attachments: Donner Soda Bottle. doc
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From jim buhr buhrfect
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: jim beam and records
Date: 10-04-2005
i have a jim beam bottle ky-drb-230 genuine regal china 1970 c . miller regal china corp 145 liquor bottle for 1 but have 3 more similar I also have inside sina record by charm records cm 110 and foto maker by atlantic records sd 19165 or st-a-784019-ri and more to many to list how much are these items worth
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From Patsy Pitts
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Antique Bottle
Date: 10-04-2005
I have a very old small bottle. HOlds about 3 oz. It is very slender, clear class with small handle like a pitcher at the very top. It has Bon Oil in raised letters but no other markings. Do you have any idea what it could be and what it is worth if anything? Thanks. Buddy Pitts
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From Pam pdrileydixie-
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Wine bottle
Date: 10-04-2005
I have found a Garrett wine bottle in a cistern that was closed about 1910. The bottle is clear, has an eagle, American shield, two confederate battle flags, Norfork, VA, and St. Louis, MO. I can't find anything about this bottle. Need help. Thanks Julian
From h 2chleeds. ac. uk
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: query re old flagon
Date: 11-04-2005
Dear Sir I have an old (?)flagon which I would like to value. I have researched and found some info already - It appears to be a H. Kennedy piece from Barrowfield Pottery in Glasgow, going by the base stamp. From your website I have been able to determine the year as 1882, by way of interpreting the diamond inscription. It stands approx 7in high, is cream in colour with a brown handle and neck - which has a metal inlay for the metal/cork stopper. there is a design on the front of 3 gentlemen drinking and a verse from "auld lang syne". it is in excellent condition. I would like to find out if this is an original piece? thank you clare
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From Maura Kelly
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: cobalt blue bottle
Date: 11-04-2005
Digger, 4-6 weeks ago I sent you the information for my
old, cobalt blue bottle. Noticed you recently cashed the check and was wondering
how soon I might be hearing from you? I am anxious to hear about my bottle and
it's history. Appreciate your time and efforts and just an idea about how soon
you may be sending me some information about it . Thanks! Shannon Kelly Lashbrook
Court, Jacksonville, FL.
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From Ruz. Katherine
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Perfume Bottles
Date: 11-04-2005
Hello- My grandmother (she is about 84 years old) has saved her L'Air du Temps perfume bottles for many years. She only saved the old bottles, which she purchased before I was born (77) or shortly thereafter because she said they were crystal tops. The bottles are only a couple of inches tall, about 3-4 inches each. There are about 5 bottles. Each bottle has a "cap" that is the logo of the perfume-two birds flying, kind of intertwined. Are these bottles actually worth anything or was my grandmother just hopeful? Thanks for your help. Katherine
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From roy grumpy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 08-04-2005
Digger further to our conversation about Vandorf ink I was not willing to say much until I won the ink from Ebay. I was afraid of a bidding war and got it cheap 10. 50 for the cobalt blue ink but 21 dollars shipping and when it arrives I am reporting the seller. I know it don't cost 21 dollars shipping but I wanted that ink. I need to know how to send you pictures so you can examine the ink and not reject it because I sent it as an attachment which I know better You don't open attachments. As well digger my name is Roy Lumley and I wanted to know if you wanted an email of the pages from the Canadian stoneware magazine that lists all but 4 of the inks from here to help you with questions from us Canadians. This is from a collector of Ontario inks and on the 10th of april he will be missing only 2 of which I have one that he wants but its mine all mine lol. The other I don't know untill I receive my copy in the mail. I am looking forward to your book on inks when it gets here and Thanks again. Sincerly ROY Ontario collector of inks
From roy grumpy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 11-04-2005
Hi digger back to that cobalt blue ink marked Vandorf inks. Item number from ebay 6170000141 is a green made in Japan reproduction Identical to the Vandorf ink Cobalt blue I just purchased from Ebay and thought I would help you on your search for other inks not yet listed or maybe are listed only under reproductions but not the originals as originals had not been found I really am not the expert on this and that’s why I purchased one of your 2 books and maybe next month the other depending on the contents of the first book. Thanks ROY
From roy grumpy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 11-04-2005
Ok digger which one the green one is the repro I know but I think the Vandorf ink is the real one. I am not the expert and as soon as the Vandorf arrives I will send you pictures just don't know how you want the pictures sent. Still waiting for that reply and I know your busy very busy now diggings on and all. I got a new privy to dig myself. Lots of fun and clay is hard digging. See what makes me think the cobalt’s real is where did Japan get the idea to make the green one from. Like other ink repros they were made from a known bottle and could this Vandorf ink be that known bottle. Thanks Roy
From roy grumpy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 01-05-2005
Well I am ashamed of my self for being taken on Ebay. That ink embossed Vandorf inks was not the word inks. It was imports so It says as you figured Vandorf imports JAPAN not as it was listed. So because you were right I chose a simple way of saying I'm sorry for not listing to you. I bought the other book volume 4. Now I would like to Know 1 question about your bottle book more inks. Here it is on page 14 you list the amber staffords ink but not the clear/aqua or cobalt blue if not listed in volume 4 what should I be paying for prime examples. I am looking for the cobalt blue as a replacement thanks to a cat that should be dead. Finally are there any other books on inks available that list inks not found in these. Thanks Roy
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From SHADOWPOSSUM
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 19INX30IN CLEAR 1858 MASON JAR RARE
Date: 11-04-2005
Mason Pickle Jar Pat. 1858 Dear Digger, I have this clear glass pickle jar that measures 19 in. high 30 in. around. Has Embossed Eagle on one side with 3 stars at the top of eagle and 4 stars at the bottom of eagle. On the other side has the name Mason's written on it also embossed into glass. With large star below it with the writing Patent Nov. 30 th 1858 also embossed in the glass. Has the design of cracked glass at the base of jar. In mint condition. It is missing the lid. Please send me as much info as you can get on this. Will appreciate any help you can give me. Also would like to know what it would be worth. Thank You STEVE
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From agoodallphaidon
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Whiskey Flask
Date: 12-04-2005
Hi, I know that your page is about bottles but I found a few questions on your page about flasks and I was wondering if you could help me with an enquiry about whiskey flasks. I am picture researching for an arts publishing company in London and I am trying to find good images of the well known whiskey flask such as is featured in Some like It Hot (we have sourced an still from the film) It's the silver one with screw top and sometimes with a support reaching from the main body of the flask to the neck. Do you know which one I mean? Do you know of anywhere that I could go to source a good historical image/photo of such a flask. Also, have you heard of a man called Charles N. Coryell? I have found 2 patents by him from 1921 (Nos: 1, 398, 087 & 1, 398, 088) which are close to the model I am interested in. Do you know anything about him? I can't find anything on the web about him except these 2 inventions. Hope you can help and thank you very much in advance. Very best wishes, Anna Anna Goodall
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From desant81 desant81adelphia
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle from ANNO 1575
Date: 12-04-2005
Hello, yes , I have a bottle witch is marked on the top of the seal with this sign-anno 1575, bottle was maded in France, and inside is four different contents and colors, will you interested for more info? please unswer, thx Adam K
From McCoy mccoyo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: McCormick Distilling Bourbon Bottle
Date: 12-04-2005
I have a bottle that I would like to know more about and see if I can find out a value on the bottle. I have included pictures that will describe it so much better than I could Thank you for your time. Barbie McCoy
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From Roberta -canyon
To: jaok20 bottlebooks
Subject: jenny lind bottle
Date: 12-04-2005
hi digger, well, I have searched high and low for info on this bottle and am coming up with zero. do you know anything about it? I have sent attachments thanks.
Yes, I know it is not an original. and is possibly Clevenger or even foreign made. Digger
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From ROBERT JENKINS jenkinsrb
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: estimate
Date: 12-04-2005
dear digger, my name is Robert, Im looking for someone to give me an estimated value of this old bottle and it's contents of TULLAMORE DEW 1791 unopened and attached a pamphlet dated 1791 with an uncut ribbon. any information is deeply appreciated, thank you. jenkinsrb Attachments:
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From Sharuthy1wmconnect
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: WH JONES COMPANY AND IMPORTERS
Date: 12-04-2005
i found 2 bottle from this company dated 1899 do they have a value
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From gail stephan gailstephan
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle
Date: 12-04-2005
Hi Digger, I'm sending pictures of two bottles can you tell
me anything about them and if they are worth anything. /Thank You Attachments:
whiskey. jpg whiskey 1. jpg whiskey 2. jpg whiskey 3. jpg
Hi Digger, can you tell me who the maker of these bottles are and where they came from I could not find anything on the internet. was there such a whiskey called jackson square whiskey or jackson square old whiskey? it also looks like the writing is hand painted can you tell me why? Thank you/
From "Digger
19:40:07 -0400 nice enameled 1890s-1910 whiskey. ; ;probably worth $50-75+ each Please visit my web site at http://www.bottlebooks.com Attachments: whiskey 1. jpg
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From tryznar
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Question on stoneware bottle
Date: 12-04-2005
I am hoping you can help. This bottle is made of stoneware and stands about 14 in. tall and has a raised fish on each side that seem to have some gold highlights. It has a reddish glaze followed by what appears to be a greenish glaze or coloring on the outside. The brown that is shown in the pics I am told is probably from dirt etc built up since the bottle appears to have been dug(inside dirty also) and someone tried to brush off the brown . I am told that the bottle looks as though it was folded together based on the sides where it appears a little bit flattened. The local bottle collector said that it looks like the neck may have been applied after the rest of the bottle was made. He felt it may be Mexican or Spanish. I acquired it from California so perhaps that is the case. No other history of the bottle etc is availabel. Hope you can help, I can find no source of information that refers to anything like this. Please click on link below. Thanks
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From Dean Anthony
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Girolamo Luxardo Torreglia Bottle
Date: 13-04-2005
Hi Digger, I was wondering if you could help me with something. My friend gave me a bottle of Cherry Ardo from Girolamo Luxardo Torreglia. The bottle is in the shape of a woman, leaning against a tree, holding a tambourine above her head. There is a label that says "Sole Agents Hulse Import Co. San Francisco. " The bottom is printed with "Made in Italy. " The seal on the cork says "Girolamo Luxardo 1821" with a trademark "Excelsior. " It looks like a pretty interesting conversation piece, but I can't find any information on it. Do you know anything about this? Thanks, Devin
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From Wallycoz
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Three in One Oil Bottles
Date: 13-04-2005
Digger, I have three "Three in One Oil Bottles". Two are cobalt and one is clear. All three are 3 3/4" H X 1 1/2" W X 3/4" D. All have cork tops. On one side, they say "Three in One" and the other side they say "3 In One Oil Co. " Can you tell me what the dates may be and any approximate value? Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Walter
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From D'Alessandro, Diane
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: J. R. Watkins Liniment Bottle
Date: 13-04-2005
Hi, I have a bottle that was found in an old historic restaurant/hotel. I've been looking on the internet and can't find a photo of the exact bottle although it looks like the ones currently being used by Watkins. It has a beige label and other Watkin's bottles are clear glass without a label. I'd like to know if it's from 1868 or if it is newer? Thank you so much for your help. Diane D'Alessandro
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From Rusty White
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Charles Windship First American Glass Nursing Bottle Patent 1841
Date: 13-04-2005
Dear Digger: I have a hand blown, clear glass container that came with a hand written note: "Charles Windship Patent 1841, bottle placed over breast. " It is round , shaped like the end of a breast, about 3" in diameter with a 3/4" hole in the center. There is a small notched hole on the perimeter where a baby can suckle. I tried to research the U. S. Patent files but there are over 3000 patents for that year and the only other way they state I can research it is by classification which is not turning up so far . The ACIF in the U. S. and Baby Bottle Museum in the UK reference the Windship's nursing bottle on their websites as being the first American glass nursing bottle but they show a bottle photo that doesn't match the description. So I am still looking for information, photo or illustration to verify what this is. Your help is greatly appreciated! Rusty White Rusty White
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From Harry Shea vzeeklcy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Gde Koning Tilly
Date: 13-04-2005
would like to find out about a bottle i found. would like to mail the info and check. want to make sure you can help me. harry! thank you.
See my article on Tilly bottles
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From richmich richmichlocal
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Coca Cola bottle
Date: 14-04-2005
I recently found a Coca Cola bottle and am having a hard time finding information about it. The markings are embossed "Coca Cola Trademark registered in U. S. Patent Office" The other side has "Coca Cola Trademark registered Min. Contents 6 FL. OZS. " Near the bottom on one side it has the number 52-53. On the bottom it has WASHINGTON, IND and a C inside a circle. The glass is green in tint. It is in good condition with only the case scratches on the bottom of the bottle. PLEASE help me with the value if you can. Thank you. Chele
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From Holly Bryk holly.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Help
Date: 13-04-2005
I came across your website through a Google search. My grandmother died and we cleaned out the house. I have a few items I need help identifying. First is a round clear glass jar with PALMOLIVE in raised letters. The jar has vertical ridges all around it. There is also a G on the bottom of the jar. Next is a green glass "contents1 PT 10 FL OZS under the white script "coca-cola" on one side and REG U. S. PAT OFF n the other. On the bottom of the bottle is a 5 15 56 with an anchor. Third is a tall clear class SHELL-PENN one quart bottle. manufactured by owens illinois glass co near the base. SHELL EASTERN PETROLIUM PRODUCTS INC. Lastly is a glass which is clear. It has a red stripe on the top blue planets and rockets in the middle and a red stripe with small rockets on the bottom. On the bottom of the glass has "D-5" and under that is an "A" with a symbol over it. I am curious of the age of these items and if they are rare or not. Thanks in advance for your help. Holly
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From Beverly Blake
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Emailing: 000_0438 question about a bottle
Date: 13-04-2005
Hello, I have a question about a bottle found in my grandmothers basement. It reminds me of the bottled water bottles found today in offices. It is green glass and it measures 26 in. high and 46 1/2 in. round. My grandparents owned a bar in the 40's and I thought maybe it was from there. It has lots of air bubbles in the glass and no markings whatsoever. It does have a seam the whole way up the side. It has no cracks or chips but there is some tar on it, which can be cleaned off. I would appreciate any information on the original use of this and what the value might be. Here is a picture. Thank you for your time and insight. Beverly
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From Kimmy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottles!!!
Date: 13-04-2005
Well, hello there, Mr. Bottle! My boyfriend and I rent the first floor of an old house in PA. Recently, we discovered a hidden chamber behind a really old work bench! The room had all kinds of rock and bottles inside. There were 2 stoned off archways, (still a mystery) and some of the bottles were really neat. An old Pluto Water bottle and a Kreml Hair Tonic were among them. It was really dirty down there and we would like to go back and dig more . any possibilities? We loved your site by the way!! Sincerely, Kim Speaker
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From Denise
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Ginger Beer Bottle?
Date: 14-04-2005
Some Road Construction workers found a bottle deep in the dirt of a Hartford, CT street. It is 8" high; salt glaze two tone light and a little darker golden. It has an even "string" type neck and a letter "P" down at the bottom/side of the bottle. What do I have? Denise
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From _DDVP44_ (mailto:DDVP44)
To: _jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2005
10:57 PM
Subject: AMSC bottle I found a bottle in perfect shape with original cap intact under some mud in our back woods. There had been a long rainstorm and evidently it had been buried. I will look for more. The bottle is clear and the cap says "American Medicinal Spirits Company" and the bottle says "AMSC" and "1 pint. " Is it worth anything? Maybe I should look for more. I gather the cap is made of lead because it did not rust so I'll take out the metal detector and search soon Thanks for your time, Diane Polsby in Northern Virginia will do! and soon. will let you know if I find anything more -diane in virginia
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From Jennifer Krull
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Commemorative Campaign bottle
Date: 14-04-2005
Hi Digger, I saw a question on your website about the collectible Wheaton Commemorative Campaign bottles. The one in question was a 1968 Republican Nixon/Agnew shaped like an elephant. Do you know where I could find out more about these or how many were issued? My father has one and I haven't seen it on any internet search and we're wondering if it rare. In 1972 the Republican campaign was to be held in San Diego, but was then cancelled (or rescheduled to another locale. ) The bottle is amethyst in the shape of an elephant with Nixon/Agnew silhouettes for the 1972 Republican Campaign. Thank you for your time, Jennifer Krull
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From Tpnavarre
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: NEED HELP
Date: 14-04-2005
I was driving down the road and found an wooden box containing 24 old citrate magnesia bottles 23 of them has ceramic caps and 1 has a glass cap . In the box I find some writing that says PERKINS BOX COMPANY(in Mass)and in big letters G. L. Oliver none of the bottles are chiped !! Can you tell me what they are worth and where can I sell them Sincerely, Timothy Parker
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From David Miller
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: face bottle
Date: 15-04-2005
My dad found this bottle a long time ago and passed it down
to me . Could you please tell me what kind it is and is it worth anything?
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From Kay Rogers
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Crock Question
Date: 15-04-2005
Hi interesting site I stumbled into. I am a crock
collector, and have never seen this mark can you help with the history? Only
parts of the stamp are showing . Vitreous Stone _______ Warranted not to absorb
Denby ( I think it is a D) & Codnor Park Pottery Near Denby _______ The crock is
9" high and approx 5 " at the base. Thanks very much. Maybe it is a repro??????
Kay from PEI Canada Attachments: new crock 05. jpg
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From louise bivvins
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: celery cola bottle
Date: 15-04-2005
Digger: My nephew found a celery cola bottle . celery cola bottle is embossed on it, and with st. louis on the bottle. It is blue/green in color. All I can find about it is that only a few was made between 1905 and 1910. Can you give anymore information on this bottle. Thanks
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From Jerry Hetrick
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: help
Date: 15-04-2005
I am sending a pic of an item I have if you can help thanks if not might you direct me in the right direction. Thanks Jerry Hetrick
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From Dennis DeVault
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Wine Bottle
Date: 15-04-2005
Hello Digger, I have a 1776-1976 Bicentennial Wine Decanter in the shape of George Washington's bust. The bottle is green with gold embossing on it. The cork is still intact and the bottle is full. Vintage is 1974 Barsottini Vino Rosso Product of Italy - Bottled by Casa Vinicola Boccaccio Is this have any value to it other that the aged wine it contains? Any info will be helpful, Thank you, Cindy
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From klewallen
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: value of an antique soda bottle
Date: 15-04-2005
Dear Digger, I am inquiring the value of a 1906 budwine glass bottle. It is an 8 oz. bottle . On the back of the bottle says that it was originated in1906. It was patented on Sept. , 17. 1918. and in June 28, 1921. Could you please let me know what the value of this bottle is. Thank you Kim Williams
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From Rucker209
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Collectors bourbon bottle
Date: 15-04-2005
Digger, I have a Kuntucky straight bourbon whiskey bottle titled "Hippie". It is a porcelaine limited edition produced by royal enfield for maloney distilling in 1968. Could you please give me some information on this item. Thanks, Connie, Los Angeles Ca.
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From H. Feldhouse
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Dandie Dinmont Special Blended Scotch Whisky bottle
Date: 15-04-2005
I have in my possession a stoneware "whisky" jug. It is an A. Alexander's Dandie Dinmont Special Blended Scotch Whisky bottle, imported by Vintage Wines Inc. New York, NY, USA. It has a State of Ohio Department of Liquor Control stamp adhered to the side of the bottle with a control number of 16491505. There is no date on the stamp or the bottle it's self (aside from the est. date of 1882). It is roughly 10" tall with brown glaze on the neck, handle and cork stopper. It has a volume mark of 1 quart, but could be 1/2 quart as the glaze is smudged beyond legibility at that location. I am interested in finding it's approximate age and worth in US dollars. I can email a photograph of the bottle if you wish to see it. Sincerely, Harold E. Feldhouse III
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From richmich
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2005
12:26 AM
Subject: Coca Cola bottle I recently found a Coca Cola bottle and am having a hard time finding information about it. The markings are embossed "Coca Cola Trademark registered in U. S. Patent Office" The other side has "Coca Cola Trademark registered Min. Contents 6 FL. OZS. " Near the bottom on one side it has the number 52-53. On the bottom it has WASHINGTON, IND and a C inside a circle. The glass is green in tint. It is in good condition with only the case scratches on the bottom of the bottle. PLEASE help me with the value if you can. Thank you. Chele
From richmich
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Coca Cola bottle
Date: 15-04-2005
The only numbers are "52-53". So guess not worth much eh? Do you know what these numbers mean? Thanks Chele ----- Original Message -----
From Digger
To: richmich Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2005
3:34 PM
Subject: Re: Coca Cola bottle look around the middle for a date if you find 1915 then that is very good if you find Dec. 25, 1923 that is also very good if no date then value is probably limited to under $20. Please visit my web site at http://www.bottlebooks.com Digger
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From bruce. nz
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Buton Jugs (pair) QUESTION!!
Date: 15-04-2005
Hi I would like some information on a pair of glass/silver
antique jugs I have. They were left to my my nana (I am sure they are over
100yrs old as they were my nanas mothers (my nana would be 99yrs today if
alive)Engraved on the bottom is : DISTILLERIE BUTON Bologna Italia Casa Fond.
Nel 1820 Argenterie G. Galbiati Miiland The bottles Im sure are a crystal like
glass with little daisy like flowers cut into the glass, the top/bottom are im
sure are silver (badly need a clean though!), there is a little stopper in the
lid to pour the liquid out. They have a sticker on the front saying"Buton,
Mandarino, product of Italy, Gr, 34. One of the pair is completely full of the
liquid, the other half full (as we tried some on my 21st birthday -didn’t taste
that nice though, rather potent!!), They are aprox 14cm high. I would be really
grateful on history on these and value. Regards Karen Devlin 119 Bell Steet
Bellbrooke Tauranga New Zealand
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From Heike Tash
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Decanter- Made in Italy
Date: 15-04-2005
Hello Digger, I just found this decanter stashed away in a corner at an estate sale. No one is sure how old it is just that it is made in Italy. The cork on the back is in tack and reads 1821 Excelsior Trade Mark (see picture). I was wondering if you could give me anymore info on this bottle, what's in it and what it might be worth. Thanks, Heike Tash Attachments: DSC02140. JPG DSC02141. JPG DSC02143. JPG
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From Rodger Zirkle
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: amber coke bottle
Date: 15-04-2005
Dear Sir I found this bottle and know nothing about this bottle only it is old. The bottle is straight side and is 71/2" high, it has embossed lettering that is very clear and the lettering on one side said THE L. A. WOLCOTT CO. TRADE MARK, REGISTERED, HUNTINGTON, W. VA. and it also has W with a L running through through it. On the other side it has COCA COLA written out and below that it has the letters D. O. C. 332, The bottom is plain. Could you give me some information on this bottle, age, value. Thanks Rodger Zirkle
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From Dustin Shearer
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old philadelphia fruit jar that was dug
Date: 15-04-2005
Dear digger: I recently came across an aqua fruit jar that says c burhnam and co. manufactures phila. It doesn't have a screw on lid. Instead, their are two raised bumps where the lid went. It also has a rough lip. Please let me know any information you have. Thanks.
Date: 16-04-2005
Dear digger: I wrote to you about the philadelphia jar. Does dug condition mean include a few lip chips because when I cleaned it I found a few. Nothing major. I know a collector and I am going to show it to him an want to know what to ask him for it. Thank you so much.
Date: 16-04-2005
Dear Digger: Does the lid look like a small mason jar lid or is it different? I want to keep an eye out because we're going to tear up that dump trying to find it.
With the right lid it would be worth $1000. Without the lid and in dug condition less. The lid was iron and would be long gone. The chips are gonna hurt.... I'd be happy with $500 Digger
Date: 20-04-2005
That's still a great price for something I dug. I have a local guy interested who's going to look at it. Once I sell it, I'm going to get your privy digging book. Thanks again.
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From rhonda cason
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: cuban beer bottles
Date: 16-04-2005
Hello, I spent a year on the naval base at Guantanamo Bay Cuba. I spent my off time looking for bottles, and found a dozen old ones. They for the most part have SANTIAGO DE CUBA CERVECERIA HATUEY, with a raised indian head They have dates from 1920-1950s on the bottom. Do they have any value to collectors? They have the seam going over the top. Thanks
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From rhonda cason
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: cuban beer bottles
Date: 16-04-2005
I also found an old brown whiskey or rum bottle Santaiago De Cuba with the federal law prohibits resale, which would make it pre castro. worth anything? ----- Original Message -----
From Diggermailto:jaok20@bottlebooks.com
To: rhonda casonmailto:rcason64 Sent: Saturday, April 16, 2005
10:45 AM
Subject: Re: cuban beer bottles Probably a few dollar $5-8 each. Please visit my web site at http://www.bottlebooks.com http://www.bottlebooks.com / Digger ----- Original Message -----
From rhonda casonmailto:rcason64
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com mailto:jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Saturday, April 16, 2005
10:46 AM
Subject: cuban beer bottles Hello, I spent a year on the naval base at Guantanamo Bay Cuba. I spent my off time looking for bottles, and found a dozen old ones. They for the most part have SANTIAGO DE CUBA CERVECERIA HATUEY, with a raised indian head They have dates from 1920-1950s on the bottom. Do they have any value to collectors? They have the seam going over the top. Thanks
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From Bryant & Sue Justis Justis12
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Legend of lost liquor
Date: 16-04-2005
Digger, do one of your pamphlets list prices for the Delva lost liquor bottles? I have 2 whiskey bottles and three rum bottles. One rum has ship on front, and another has small African American boy. Any help in pricing these would be appreciated. Bryant Justis ----- Original Message -----
From Digger
To: Bryant & Sue Justis Sent: Friday, April 15, 2005
3:47 AM
Subject: Re: Legend of lost liquor CWGRAM4 CWGRAM4 Please visit my web site at http://www.bottlebooks.com Digger ----- Original Message -----
From Bryant & Sue Justis
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2005
9:06 PM
Subject: Legend of lost liquor You have a posting from CWGRAM4 concerning this bottle and pamphlet. I am interested in contacting Carol about acquiring the pamphlet as I also have a bottle. Can you please supply her email address. The date of posting is 23-05-2004. Thanks, Bryant Justis, justis12
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From Russ Tormondson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Big Bottle
Date: 16-04-2005
I have a big Redish-Purple Bottle, It is about 22 inches high and 7 wide or right around 22 inch circumfrance. It says du bouchett many blanc it must hold a few gallons it has little squars sticking out all over. to open bottle you break the top off but its not broke where the top starts. it weights about 5 pounds empty I have pictures but I dont know how to send do you think you could tell me about this bottle. I live on the north shore of lake superiour lots of bottles but no buyers. ill be checking into your books sometime soon. thanks alot if you reply
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From Steve and Pat -
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: owens glass decanter
Date: 16-04-2005
I have a owens glass decanter or flask that was made in 1971. My uncle worked in the factory and was given this. I guess there were only 12 of these made, evidently the 12 were mistakes because of the size. The illustration on the front is called "Old Iron sides. The glass has a green tint to it. Can you give any more information? PAT
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From Rachal Mueller
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Regarding a wine bottle I found
Date: 16-04-2005
I found a wine bottle in the woods, and it is beautiful. Not something you would find in todays market. Just out of curiosity I was wondering what year it was from and what kind of wine? Any value? I tried looking up the patent number, but was unable to come up with anything. Any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated. The bottom of the bottle reads: Refilling forbidden Design Patent no. 1582 3 Mogen David Wine Corp.
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From Seabringg820
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Dr. F. FLESCHHUT'S Celebrated Stomach Bitters, LaPorte, PA
Date: 16-04-2005
Hello, I have a Dr. F. FLESCHHUT'S Celebrated Stomach Bitters, LaPorte, PA. Color is ice blue, the shape of the bottle is four panels square. Can you give me some idea of how I can find the value of this rare bottle? thank you for any help you can give to me. Vince Baltimore MD
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From dgeene dgeene
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old bottle
Date: 16-04-2005
Please respond with history, value and age of bottle, description as follows: Applied square band, long nect, 5" tall, neck 1", aqua, oxidized. Smooth base. seam stops before lip. Unusual shape, square but sides are like octagon, 4 each side. Embossing on bottle, not on bottom. BALM OF THOUSAND FLOWERS FETRIDGE CO NEW YORK. Any information would be appreciated. Thank you Debbie Casillas
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From Mikeshamm
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Burnett's Cocoaine
Date: 16-04-2005
I have found the explanation of Burnett's Cocoaine being a hair tonic. I have unearthed a light green bottle, 7" tall, 21/2" wide, 8 sided, with a neck 1 1/4" long. One side says: BURNETT'S COCOAINE, one says BOSTON, one says BURNETT It has no chips on it. Any idea of the value? Thanks, Michael Shammas, Ashland MA
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From Bill DeWolfe
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: O. B. R Football player decanter
Date: 16-04-2005
Good evening: I have an O. B. R. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Football decanter, bottled by Nation Hill Co. The number on the jersey is 7. It has a red jersey and helmet and gold pants with black shoes, white and red socks. He's holding a football. The bottom says liquor bottle 185 created by Paul Lux 1972 It also seems to have the number 52 hand written on the bottom before it was "fired" Thank you for your help, it is most appreciated Bill D.
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From gail witty
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com , gdustyoaksw
Subject: bottle identification help
Date: 16-04-2005
We purchased this vHOYTEMA & C bottle at an estate auction
and would appreciate your help in telling us what ever you can about it. The
bottle is emerald green, no damage or staining the bottle is rectangular in
shape, nine and one quarter inches tall the base is two inches square, beveled
all the way around. and sunken slightly the lip is flared? and one and one
quarter inch (uneven)diameter and there are no noticeable seams and the neck has
a slight twirling appearance. If you can offer any information on the age,
history, and value it would be appreciated. Thank you so much for your time. We
await your response. Kevin & Attachments: vHoytema&C. jpg
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From Bradley Clark
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 16-04-2005
In January 2004 someone contacted you about Dr Ingham's Nervine Pain Remedy her name was "Rose". Here is the message:
From Ros Henry ros
To: Digger
Subject: Dr Ingham's Nervine Pain Remedy
Date: 27-01-2004 Hi Digger, I am an amateur genealogist and have recently started looking up the family of my adopted American family (I came to the US as an AFS student). One of the best stories they had to tell was that of their father (though I think from research it was probably a grandfather, or even a great-grandfather) sitting in a barn on a farm in Vergennes Vermont and watching the bottling of their uncle's patent nerve tonic. As the story goes, once the Drug Administration swung into action the stuff was banned! I'd like to buy a bottle of Dr Ingham's Nervine Pain Remedy/Tonic (minus the contents), which I saw valued on a website recently at around $31. I'm prepared to pay up to $50, for a good bottle, to give to the family. None of us is very rich, and this is for sentimental value only. Can you help? I'd be grateful. Rose How can I contact her? My dad has 2 of these bottles, and would be willing to part with one. I also know someone that may have more information for the family. Thank you for your time. -Brad
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From Kelly Morse
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: cough syrup bottle
Date: 17-04-2005
I have found an old cough syrup bottle and was wondering
how old it is and it's value? It is has a green tint, and has raised letters
that say Pine Root cough syrup. If you could help I would appreciate it.
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From robert thomas
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: julep soft drink bottle
Date: 17-04-2005
my son found a clear glass round fluted softdrink bottle while hunting in east tennessee. it has "JULEP" on each side, and near the bottom "BOTTLE PAT''D MARCH, 1924". on the bottom is the capitol C inside a circle. Bob Flag Pond, TN. can you tell us about it?
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From Kat7Ash7222
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Duraglas bottle
Date: 17-04-2005
Hi, I was walking in an old woods when I fo