February 2005 Questions
Digger Odell Publications © 2005
From: SUSAN CHAPMAN
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Dougherty Whiskey 1911
Date: 02/28/
2005 10:57:03 PM
Was recently given a gift, Dougherty Whiskey, made in 1911, and bottled in Phil. , PA, 1930, unopened and in the original box. What is the value?
Up until a few years ago
they had little attention from collectors. Now they are beginning to bring
some money especially those pre-prohibition bottles, unopened, in the original
boxes. I'd estimate without seeing it $75-100.
Digger
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From: Adrienne Talamas
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: hulse import company bottle
Date: 03/01/
2005 12:57:37 AM
Hello, My cousin asked me to research a bottle. It still has its cork, with liquid inside. The bottle is in the figure of a young lad leaning against a tree in a blue coat holding a pipe in his right hand and his left hand in his pocket. The base has flowers and fruit. The label reads Hulse Import Company, San Francisco import # calif 1 911. What do you think it is? best, Adrienne and Babette
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From: gail scott
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: sparkletts water bottle
Date: 02/28/
2005 10:00:33 PM
I have an old Sparkletts water bottle that belonged to my grandmother and would like any info you can give on it. It's a blue-green in color, "barrel-shaped", about 10" tall, with a raised "diamond" pattern around the barrell and the neck is slightly flared with a 2" opening (with no cap or lid). The front of the bottle has "Sparkletts" within an elongated raised diamond emblem. On the bottom is "Sparkletts Artisian Water Co. , Los Angeles" and "For service, call AL1171". The bottle is in good shape with no cracks or chips. If you know of it's history and/or value, I would greatly appreciate it!!Thank You so much, Gail Scott
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From: Rustybgud
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 1800's
Date: 02/28/
2005 4:17:30 PM
i found a blue cork bottle that has the picture of General Robert E Lee on the front with the date jan. 19 1870. The back has a rebel confederate flag dated oct. 1870. a name gray fox gentlemen soldier bottom G9W.
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From: RHayeslipR
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: enza brooks liquor bottle 185 & c. miller)
Date: 02/28/
2005 11:33:26 AM
I have 2 decanters which I'm finding hard to find them. One is Genuine Heritage china (c) 1973 R. H-43 Enza Brooks Liquor bottle 185, it's Baseball player , he has the letter M on his shirt and Hat , his clothing is yellow , he has a mustache. And the second decanter is Genuine Regal China handcrafted creation of Jim B. Beam distilling Co. Ky-drb-230 (c) C Miller 1968, 145-68 , Pony Express , Sacramento CALIF. October 1861 at the top to the right, ( there are 4 stars in between& St. Joseph, O w/April 1860 at the left side , In the center is a man on the horse riding. I hope you can help me find something out about these two decanters. I was offered $75 for the baseball one but I don't want to get rid of them on less I learn more about the two since I don't know anything . Sincerely,Pearl Hayeslip
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From: jeffrey scott
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: question
Date: 02/28/
2005 9:39:07 AM
I am hoping you can help me out, I own several bottle books from Rudy poison bottle workbook to 4 kovels as well as 2 others. My question is this, I have a bottle B. Cunningham / Warrington inside thread bottle that is circa1890's , it has R. B. E on the bottom and is aqua . My last name is Warrington I have two towns in England that were founded by my ancestors in the 1700's. I can't find out anything on this bottle and was wondering if you had any ideas. I am not really looking for a price, because I would never sell the bottle, but I would like to find something or anything about this bottle. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank You, JEFF
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From: Curry Wolfe
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Baugh Brothers Distillery
Date: 02/28/
2005 3:38:43 AM
Hi Digger, Do you ever come across or know anything about the Baugh Bros. Distillery of Vincennes, Knox Co. , Indiana? They were friends with the Hack and Simon fellows of Vincennes. Thanks, Curry Wolfe
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From: Julie and Mike Mills
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: baby face milk bottles
Date: 02/28/
2005 2:31:04 AM
Have you ever come across a baby face milk bottle that has Page's embossed on the bottom?
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From: Ann & Bill Fleming
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Seagrams %
Date: 02/28/
2005 12:48:17 AM
I have a Seagrams Five (5) Bottle of Rye Whiskey, and would like to know tf it is worth anything. The bottle is full. Thank you, Bill
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From: Steve Pasco
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Large round blue poison bottle w/glass stopper, funnel, and etched lettering.
Date: 02/27/
2005 9:31:03 PM
Hello Digger, Short
and sweet, age, value, type of product, and who might have made it.
its 9" high and 3" across, smooth bottom, and in perfect condition.
If these are not readily known, please let me know. thanks
Steve
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From: Brent Humble
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle question
Date: 02/27/
2005 7:58:45 PM
I have a bottle for NIKKA WHISKY. It is a green square bottle with a square indentation on the bottom with the name on it. It has a black screw on cap with white letters. This no label Do you have any idea of the age of this? Thanks, Brent
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From: Csimpleman
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: JOHN R. DICKEY'S OLD RELIABLE EYE WASH
Date: 02/27/
2005 2:35:09 PM
dear Odell I found this amusing eye wash bottle. do you recall the name of it? approx. three and three-quarters in length. no stopper or extra pieces. any amount of worth thanks for any response charlie from texas
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From: Csimpleman8
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Dr. Miles NERVINE
Date: 02/27/
2005 2:29:01 PM
Dear Odell, I have found a bottle turquoise-blue in color 6"x2 3/4 in size. Bottle neck is 2". The bottle facing say's DR. MILES and just below that it says NERVINE. What is this med. for?Nerve medicine? And is the bottle worth at any amount? Thank's for your response. Charlie From Texas
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From: j. r. berninzoni
Subject: Vintage Virginia Dare Bottle
Date: 02/27/
2005 5:04:03 PM
I have recently found an UNOPENED 1946 Bottle of Virginia Dare White Wine. The bottle is opaque gold color and still has the seal and label attached. The metal wings are with it, although they have been detached. On the reverse of the bottle is raised lettering including a copy of the paper label as well as a raised crest. Any thoughts? Thanks!
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From: RIDENHR
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: C. Valaer Bottling Works Charlotte, N. C.
Date: 02/27/
2005 5:02:57 PM
I was wondring if you could help with a question. I have someone who wants to sell me a couple of old bottles by "C. Valaer Bottling Works Charlotte, N. C. " He is claiming that "The C. Valaer Bottling Works were the makers of what is now known as "Cheerwine" ". I have never heard of that name associated with 'Cheerwine". Cheerwine, was orgianlly the Mint Cola company to my knowledge. Do you have any information to verify this claim? Thanks for your help,Mark Ridenhour Devoted Cheerwine fan & collector
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From: kathleen zinkovitch
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: What is it? please help!
Date: 02/27/
2005 3:16:02 PM
Hello Digger, I have this old looking glass thing that kinda reminds me of a large glass funnel, the body has no mold lines but the throat has a mold line that stops at the lip. the lip top looks like it was cut. The glass is clear with a light purple tint. The glass bottle thing is 14 inchs tall and 7 inchs wide. Can you please tell me what this is and if there is a value or history? I never seen this type of glass bottle or what ever it is. I have attached photos with this email. Thank you.
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From: Angie Lake
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Fw: Just curious
Date: 02/27/
2005 3:07:09 PM
I have a whiskey bottle that we found on a fishing trip north of Paradise Ca. about twenty-five years ago, I'll do my best to describe it. I'm hoping to get a close dating on it and to see if maybe it's not a very common bottle. total height is 11- 3/4 inches, color is dark amber ( brown), seams run up the sides to the lower edge of the pour spout, the top looks like it was put on by hand and has the small notch for pouring. The embossed label is as follows: center at top of main body-" trade mark " surrounded by stag antlers, encircling the center- "JESSE MOORE & CO. ,LOUISEVILLE KY. " In the center- "C. H. MOORE & CO. OLD BOURBON & RYE". Along the bottom front-"MOORE, HUNT & CO. SOLE AGENTS". I would really appreciate any information you may be able to find on this bottle as I have always been curious about it's history. Thank you, Rick . Thank you for any help you may have, Rick
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From: michael
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle Question
Date: 02/26/
2005 1:57:39 PM
I recently found an old bottle (guessing 1930-) that appears to be an old soda bottle. It has "Like-me" written on it and features an embossed woman dressed in a skirt. The bottle has "Charleston, SC" on the bottom, and appears to have produced at Laurens Glass Works in Laurens, SC. Can you please tell me what exactly what kind of beverage "like-me" was, what dates it was produced/sold, and what states it was produced in. Many thanks, Michael
Thanks for the response Digger. I did look through your designer section, and although I see similar shapes, I did not see a match. I guess I should have given you more specific information, sorry about that. The bottle is about 8 3/4 inches tall. It is an 8oz. bottle. It is clear & round. It has a slightly thinner waist giving the appearance of being "cinched. " It appears to be machine made as it has a "crease" that runs the length of the bottle. The bottle has a crown top that looks almost like modern day bottle tops. The bottle has a design at the bottom & around the "neck" at the top. It's hard to describe, but looks like sideways diamonds & tiny checkers. Around the bottom rim it reads "contents 8 fl. oz. " & "I 383" & "4LGW4" (which I believe is Laurens Glass Works). The bottle is embossed with a lady holding her hands straight up with "Like-me" written in cursive above her outstretched hands. Under "Like-me" it reads "Trademark Reg" in small print. The lady is wearing what appears to be a "Charleston (think the dance) dress complete with a headband. The bottom of the bottle (underneath) reads "Charleston SC. "I first discovered this bottle buried under my father's house on Sullivan's Island, SC. My father's house was actually the first school house on Sullivan's Island and dated back to 1900. I also found many other bottles including "Aunt Winslow's Soothing Syrup. " Most of the others were unmarked. I think Like-Me was a cola produced in Charleston between 1920-1940, but I have no proof. You would think with the internet at my hands that I would be able to identify the bottle & company, but I haven't had any luck so far. I'll keep looking, I just wanted to give you some more information. Thanks
From: Digger
To: michael Sent: Saturday, February 26,
2005 10:02 PM
Subject: Re: Bottle Question have you looked through the designer soda bottle section on my site? It might be there. Trademark Office has no record of such a name Digger
http://www.bottlebooks.com/Designer%20Sodas/designer_soda_bottles.htm
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From: Jim Hill
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old lucas bols bottle information please
Date: 02/27/
2005 11:19:25 AM
I have an old bols bottle and do not know where to look for info on it. I will try to attach a picture so you can see it. Thanks for any help you can give. Jim Hill Winnebago MN
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From: Collierrick
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Beer Bottles
Date: 02/27/
2005 6:52:06 AM
I have the following bottles and I need some help on finding out their worth. 1 - amber/brown, big mouth, Sterling beer bottle. Markings on the bottom are: 22, 1, mug. 1- painted, big mouth, Sterling beer bottle. Markings on the bottom are: 63, 15, mug1- C. Conrad & Co. Original Budweiser US Pat. Number 6376, on bottom CCC and a 7, aqua in color. Not sure if it is called applied mouth. What is the meaning of this term? Attached are pictures of the 3 bottles. Please send me any information you can on these bottles. Thanks, Rick Attachment N1: Beer Bottles 001. jpg Attachment N2: Beer Bottles 006. jpg
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From: wynnesome
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: question about a Jim Beam bird decanter
Date: 02/26/
2005 11:59:25 PM
Hi, I'm a collector not of bottles, but of bird items. I have purchased a 1969 Jim Beam Blue Jay decanter which was damaged in shipping. It was insured, but I need to get an estimate of the approximate value to present to FedEx with my damage claim. The decanter seems to be in near-new condition, other than the fact that the cork was broken out of the head of the figure in shipping (seller sold it intact condition). Any information would be really appreciated, just an approximate price range. And I'd probably have to give just your name and position as a collector/seller as validation. Much thanks for any assistance, wynnesome
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From: pugdoglovers
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Question?
Date: 02/26/
2005 7:21:54 PM
Hello, I'm from Fairmount, Indiana. Home of James Dean and the Fairmount Glass Company that made the Cod Liver Fish Bottles. I have some of the Amber bottles but I have a Clear 6 1/4 Fish bottle, just like the amber but void of the "F" Fairmount mark? Have you ever seen this clear one before? Is it common? Best Regards, Lee Lamb, Fairmount, Indiana
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From: Jonna Adamich
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old beer bottle
Date: 02/26/
2005 6:19:33 PM
I have an old beer bottle from the Walter's Brewing Co in Pueblo, Colorado. The bottle was dug up, it appears to be very old. It is molded (with seams on the side) amber colored, embossed on the front in an oval that says, The Walter Brewing Co, Pueblo, Colo. It looks like the seam on the side stops before the top was put on. On the bottom is SB&C Co, there is the number 19 on the side of the lower part of the bottle right by the seam. Walter's Brewery was started in Pueblo in 1868 by Martin Walter from Wisconsin, and closed in the mid 1970's. I would appreciate anything you can tell me about this bottle, age, value etc. There is a natural bubble in the glass, a few surface chips and mars but no cracks. Thanks a lot. Jonna Adamich
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From: Maxine Turner
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: No. 42 Appllinaris
Date: 02/26/
2005 1:55:13 PM
No. 42, possibly No. 92 Apollinaris Brunnen m-w o Georr Kreuzberg Ahrweiler Rheinpreussen Found on Galveston Island, Texas beach. Do you have any info on this bottle. Would it be of any interest to a collector? Thanks for your attention. Bebo Turner
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From: Dennis Duncan
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 3 bottle joined togehter
Date: 02/26/
2005 1:33:09 PM
HELLO, I have a 3 bottle joined together and used by John Wile & sons. The 3 bottles are sealed and each full with Garnier, One is golden (liqueur d'or), another is emerald ( creme de menthe) and the last is brown. (liqueur abricotine). Do you know of anything like this and value. I will have a picture made if this is of any intrest. Dennis Duncan ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: Lisa Tarantino-Parsons
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: wine
Date: 02/26/
2005 12:11:38 PM
I have a bottle of 1953 Barton & Guestier Chateu d' Yguem Bordeux. I wouldlike to know the value of it. Any help is appreciated. Thank you,Lisa
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From: Ziffa User
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 02/26/
2005 12:01:07 PM
Hi, I am not sure if you can actually help me. As a scuba diver I have been diving in harbors areas used for hundreds of years by various navies, particularly the British Navy. Recenbtly I have found a bottle with the following characteristics. 1) It is clear opaque in color. 2) About 20cm long 3) the shape is like an amphora so that the bottom is a rounded point 4 ) the neck appears to be what you discripe as an applied blob 5) The glass is quite thick. I would appriciate any information as this is driving me crazy. Health and HappinessTonio tonio_ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: Long, Jim
To: 'jaok20@bottlebooks.com' jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old bottles. . . of course. . .
Date: 02/26/
2005 1:35:55 AM
Just found your site and great timing. Was digging in the back yard of my home in S. E. Portland Or. , . . . the house is 100 years old this year. . . . and found about 20 bottles so far. Will dig more this next week. So far the favorite bottle is clear, about 15" tall, 5" round at the bottle tapering up to the top. On it says. . . Full Half Gallon Aneubercer The Full Measure House 108 6th st Portland Or. Another says Western Soda Works with a trade mark of what looks to be anelk on the front. It is a light green color. Any infor is greatly appreciated. Thanks, Jim
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From: Derek Wright
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Insecticide Crock
Date: 02/25/
2005 10:25:37 PM
Attached are a few pictures of a crock recently purchased for $35. There is one ½" chip on bottom edge and two small chips on top glass cap. Otherwise, in great condition. How old could this be and what is the average value. Any history would also be of interest. Thank You, great web site! Derek Wright
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From: Scott & Carrie
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: gallon sprite
Date: 02/25/
2005 6:37:14 PM
I recently found an early sprite GALLON bottle with screw on lid. . . . any ideas on its worth? Scott
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From: colin ramsay
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: water bottle identification help please.
Date: 02/25/
2005 12:41:44 PM
Hi, I am trying to find information regarding a water-bottle,(ww1 or ww2). As you will see from the pictures it has a stopper similar to grolsch stoppers. Have you ever seen anything like this? I had been under the impression it was a very early German canteen, although I have seen similar necked canteens that were Russian. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks, Colin I am trying to find information regarding a water-bottle,(ww1 or ww2). As you will see from the pictures it has a stopper similar to grolsch stoppers. Have you ever seen anything like this? I had been under the impression it was a very early German canteen, although I have seen similar necked canteens that were RussianAny help would be greatly appreciated Many thanks, Colin
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From: Krystal Willhite
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Puritas bottle
Date: 02/25/
2005 11:59:37 AM
Hello, I have searched the internet and can't find info on my "Puritas" 6. 5 oz clear soda bottle. Also reads "Property of Coca-Cola" "Muskogee Okla". Was it root beer, and is it worth much? (no chips)Thanks! Krystal
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From: Debbie
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: liquor bottle
Date: 02/25/
2005 11:33:31 AM
Do you know anything about a bottle from James Bean that is army boots with a helmet on top of them? The bottle is black boots with camo helmet. your input will be appreciated Gerald Fortin
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From: faizalh
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Antique Dutch and English Bottles
Date: 02/24/
2005 8:50:57 PM
Hi, I would like to know if you are interested in buying 17-18 century Antique Dutch and English Bottles. Please get back to me. Thanks! Faizal
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From: Don Siebert
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: what was it . . . GG NOGG / PATENTED 1859
Date: 02/24/
2005 8:27:30 PM
I am a bottle digger and have never been able to identify this bottle . . . Do you not know of this bottle? I am not sure of the original contents . . . medicinal, liquor, . . . I wasn't planning on buying several books to try and identify it. I thought with your immense exposure to all types of old bottles you would be able to tell me the rest of the embossing. Thanks - Don
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From: Don Siebert
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Thursday, February 24,
2005 5:18 PM
Subject: what was it . . . "GG NOGG" / "PATENTED 1859" Digger, Many years ago digging in downtown San Francisco I found the broken base of a very curious bottle I have never been able to identify . . . I was hoping you would know. The piece is 1860's era, very crude, amber, Hostetter's-like square shape that had the following partial embossing on one side, "GG NOGG" / "PATENTED 1859". So what was this bottle . . . ? Thanks - Don ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: Marc Lowell
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Clay Bottle
Date: 02/24/
2005 7:22:13 PM
I have a bottle. . it appears to be made of pottery. . it has RT Ackley on it just below the neck. Curious if you know what it is. Regards Marc
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From: Cole, Trish
To: 'Digger' jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: RE: Old Alaska Bottles
Date: 02/24/
2005 5:32:14 PM
I don't have pictures but here's the description. One 5 inch and one 4 inch Druggist L E Smith 31VFront and Douglas Estb 1900One 5 inch and one 5 1/2 inch Alaska Drug Co. Douglas Alaska One 5 1/2 inch JW Doran Pharmacist Juneau Alaska Thanks. I have some old Alaska Drug bottles. Can you tell me what they are worth? Trish Cole Claims Specialist
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From:
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle
Date: 02/24/
2005 12:25:26 PM
found milk of magnesia bottle us patent office aug 21 1906 any information please
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From: Lillian Hagen
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Hass wine decanters
Date: 02/24/
2005 2:22:52 PM
Hi I have a set of Decanters that my mother gave me a long time ago. they are Hass burgandy colored with etched designs on them, I have 5 little glasses a small decanter with stopper a medium one and a large one all with stoppers. They say Bohemia on then and Made in Checkaslovokia I don't think I spelled it right I couldn't read it very well. I was wondering if you could tell me anything about them? Thank you Lillian Hagen
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From: Lou Ellen
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Turquoise Bottle
Date: 02/24/
2005 12:38:21 PM
I have a bottle that was given to us in the 70's in Weeping Water, Nebraska. It is turquoise class, has a picture of George Washington on the front, says "This is His Country" and on the bottom has NULINE N J. Can you tell me anything about it? .
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From: smouck
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: pontiled bottle
Date: 02/24/
2005 12:11:56 AM
Hi Digger. I was reading a recent posting on your site - a pontilled Canadian medicine - Kermott, London. Is there a contact email for the person who posted the question, or do you have the bottle to sell? Thanks. Steve
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From: Pegclydeweaver
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 02/23/
2005 4:49:29 PM
Dear Digger: My husband and I found this rare treasure at an estate sale in Illinois. We were wondering if you knew how old this rare find is. We have not seen anywhere where in the price guides the long neck, it is two inches longer than the rest. The mold seem does not continue to all the way to the top of the bottle. This fish is 14 inches tall. There is no mold no or any markings on the bottom. This bottle is clear not amber. And don't appear to have had any other color paint or stains. Thank you.
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From: Fabian Jardim
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottles
Date: 11/30/2004 7:00:20 PM
Hi Digger, I have two bottles which I brought with me from England in 1974, I found them in an old farmhouse which we owned in Lancashire. They are approximately 12inches high with a handle and the inscriptions of a ships anchor circled with the words Appolinarus - Brunnen - m - WO on one side and on the other GEORGE KREOZBERG - AHRWEILER - RHEINPREUSSEN, and underneath in script is stamped N9 and the letter L. Could you please tell me more about these bottles and what are they worth? Thank you and best regards. Kate Jardim
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From: Jeremy Kemp @. uk
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Pontiled torpedo is American?
Date: 02/23/
2005 5:54:32 PM
Hi Digger, Maybe you can help me out: a very early pontiled torpedo embossed 'Haddock & Son' has come up for sale here. The assumption by the seller is that it is English, but I believe these are most likely to be American bottles? They are very different from any other early ENglish torpedo, with unusual rounded body shape and round rather than tapering end. Dennis Northmore, the main authority on UK torpedos who unfortunately died a couple of years ago, was sure they were American. I believe he said from one of the east coast cities? Jerry
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From: Terry Presnall
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Cobalt Mason jars????
Date: 02/23/
2005 3:52:11 PM
Hi Digger, Today I came across a deeply colored, "cobalt" blue, quart size, Mason jar and was wondering what you can tell me about it. The jar had 1859. . . . or something on it and looked to be original. I've never seen a Mason jar that color before, and believe me, I've seen plenty of canning jars!! Did Mason actually make jars in this color, or is it a reproduction or fake? Any thoughts on its approx value?? Please advise me, any info would be greatlyappreciated. Many thanks, Terry
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From: Teixeira's
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: hi digger
Date: 02/23/
2005 3:04:58 PM
Dear digger, While in the woods with my friend we found an old junk pile. The area is fairly large. We found all sorts of junk including bottles. 2 bottles im curious of in paricular. One is a 32 oz Clorox Bleach Bottle, amber in color. It still has its cap that says "CLOROX" the triangle on the bottom also has "CLOROX" in the center and has the patent stuff on it and has the numbers "4-8" on the bottom of the base. the other bottle is a small one that says "The Bayer" going up one side and "Company" going down the other on the 2 faces of the bottle. I'm figuring it's an old aspirin bottle. We sort of dated our junk pile by finding 2 pennies one year of 1917 and the other 1941. So we figure the crap in it is from the 20s to maybe the late 50s. We've light bulbs and parts of farming tools seeing that the land used to be a farm. I know its not a privy because the are is too vast. I want to find a privy though, it would be great. Thanks for your time. -Sam
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From: Helen J Sandford
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bulach Fruit Jar
Date: 02/23/
2005 12:07:41 PM
Hi, digger, I have a beautiful green Bulach 1 liter Swiss Fruit Jar, Universal 415. It is in excellent condition, complete with the seal and clamp. Actually, it looks unused. My son acquired the jar from a box he boughtat auction. Do you have an idea as to the age and value of this jar?Thank you. Joann
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From: Linda Saunders
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: miniature found
Date: 02/23/
2005 4:50:36 AM
We have a bottle, green, 4 sided, small neck, approx. 3 in tall. something different embossed on each side: 1. CATHEDRAL w70 BRAND 2. CELEBRATED REMEDY 3. CHIEF WAHOO ELECTRONIC TONIC 4. WALBRIDGE CO. DUNSMUIR, CAL. Can you explain origin, value? Connie Parra Norton, Ohio
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From: Gary Stark
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Coke Syrup?
Date: 02/23/
2005 2:07:08 AM
Mr. Digger,Can you identify this bottle? I found it in some junk. http://www. cliffhouseproject.com/cokebottle. jpgGary Stark ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: courtney wilson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: about old bottles
Date: 02/22/
2005 10:37:23 PM
hello, i have a Bols Ballerina. its in pretty good shape and i was just wondering about how much it is worth. the seal hasn’t been broken yet and the liquor is still inside with the gold chunks. please help!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: David and Pam Hynes
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: horse liniment bottle
Date: 02/22/
2005 8:54:17 PM
with a white horse on it---ever seen one
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From: TheBeansRus
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottles???
Date: 02/22/
2005 3:45:38 PM
Hello, We recently had to dig up a gas line on my in-laws property and found a bunch of old bottles. Most were broke but I did salvage a variety of them. I was just wondering if you could tell me anything about them. I have included a picture of some of them. There is one that looks to be a baby bottle, amber color, having the following markings on bottom. 10 then what looks to be a capital A in a circle and then 64 under that is 116. There are no other makings like ounces, etc. , some of the others have markings such as a B in a circle. I don't know if you can tell anything from the picture. They measure about 2 to 4 inches tall and I don't see any seams on the sides or top. There is one that has a very rusty lid on it. Hope this is enough info to get something. I was just curious about them. I always find it neat when I come across old things and like to know a little about them. You never know when that old thing might be worth something. Thanks in advance for any info you can offer. Tracy Bean
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From: Clayton Hewitt
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: amber bottle
Date: 02/22/
2005 4:26:44 PM
I found a one qt. A. McGINNIS COMPANY BALTIMORE,MD. 10"TALL 31/4"SQ. BOTTOM AM
BER WITH A LADYS LEG NECK. . Can you tell me what it is. Thank You. C. J. HEWITT
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From: hi_009
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: jinglehorse sent you this eBay item: Antique Purple Glass Bottle Cork stpr Melbourne ETNA MT (#6156807718)
Date: 02/22/
2005 5:31:28 PM
Personal message: Hi, Would you know the age on this purple bottle? Thank you in advance. Suzanne ---------------------------------------------------------------- Antique Purple Glass Bottle Cork stpr Melbourne Summary Up for auction is a handsome antique purple glass whiskey bottle? Very nice looking Australian bottle which reads in raised embossed lettering: ETNA PRESERVING CO. MELBOURNE on the front; then the back lower says, also in raised lettering: THIS BOTTLE IS THE PROPERTY OF THE ETNA PRESERVING CO. MELBOURNE. Detailed thumbprints, stars, lines and dot designs on the neck of the bottle and a raised or embossed capital "M" underneath the bottle. In the center etna is written in cursive over a single pointed mountain. Must have used a cork for a stopper. Measures 12. 25" tall. Nice tiny air bubbles throughout, some a little larger. Has a seam on both sides. No cracks or chips. It has that really great look to it. You also, get the little green bottle with it 7. 25" tall and says "28" underneath the bottle, also free of chips and cracks. Email with questions. Thanks for looking and happy hunting. Other key words; Austrailia, pressed glass, old, vintage, violet, magnesium, sunlight changed ----------------------------------------------------------------
From: Ginger
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: brass cap
Date: 02/22/
2005 4:05:21 PM
I don't have a question about a bottle but about a brass cap. I's round on the top,it says old Mr. Boston (around top edge) across the bottom of the cap it says fine liquors. It's not in the best of shape, I found it 30 years ago in a freshly plowed wheat field and had been run over at least. It is 1 and 3/4 of an inch high and about the same wide. I have searched over the years and not been able to come up with anything. Even a direction to go in would be great. Thank you, Ginger
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From: Diann Dilthey
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Hutchinson Soda
Date: 02/22/
2005 3:23:24 PM
Boy aint it the truth. . . Just when you think you have found something out about something you only find out that there is much more unknown to yet discover. . and that is really the jist of it all and keeps us all interested. Thanks for the reply. I'll keep on looking and see what turns up. . . . GARY
From: Digger
To: Diann Dilthey Sent: Monday, February 21,
2005 8:19 PM
Subject: Re: Hutchinson Soda That's the fun of it. Several local people have been documenting Ohio bottle for nearly 30 years. . . the list just keeps growing. Sound like you know more about it than I would. I'll ask around. Please visit my web site at http://www. bottlebooks.com Digger
Subject: Hutchinson Soda Recently dug a hutch soda embossed CLARK & CO WYANDOTTE KANS. I have been diggin bottles since early 1972 and have never seen a soda embossed as such or any other bottle of any kind with embossing or paper label of Wyandotte Kansas. I've done extensive digging in my area and surronding areas both in Kansas and Missouri. I have also done extensive research into Wyandotte Township Kansas and have learned that in 1859 the legislature passed an act permitting the creation of Wyandotte Township. In 1886 it was consolidated with old Kansas City Kansas. There seem to exist no records of business who were soda water interests in Wyandotte Kansas. Kansas City Kansas directories show no business interest with Clark & Co. logo or soda water peddlers either. The hutch in question is the general run of the mill somewaht squatty early to mid 1880s aqua hutch soda with a somewhat unrefined tooled lip that at first look apears to be applied. Private mold is indicated by the base embossing of C&CO. It was found with other bottles and items that clearly demonstrate mid 1880s. I don't usually get stumped as persistance usually pays off. Not to be bragging but I've written and copywrited two books on the bottles of Leavenworth Kansas documenting bottles from the iron pontiled territorial sodas of the 1850s to the common tooled pharmacy bottles of the 1880s to 90s and thought I'd about dug em all until this one. I thought I'd contact you and maybe you might know something or someone who might be able to help with some positive info an this bottling company. THANKS. GARY STELTER, LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS.
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From: Van kerckhoven Gerard
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Jug one half gallon
Date: 02/22/
2005 2:40:02 PM
Hi, Can you tell me more about a jug (bottle) with the next data:- On the side, there is an inscription : "One half gallon"- at the bottom: - 709 (in the "0" there is an "I") - 5 - E 1276- on the side (under) there is inscripted "Duraglas"- on upperside (neck) there is inscripted: "Des. pat. 184991"This jug is about 28 cm. (10,5 inch) high and about 15 cm. (6 inch) diameter. Where is the jug comes from ?How old is this jug ?I hope you can give me more info. Thanks in advance, Gerard Van Kerckhoven Booischot - Belgium
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From: Richard McDonald
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bavarian Gold
Date: 02/22/
2005 12:58:21 PM
I have three bottles of Bavarian Gold Liqueur. They are white with dancing figures on them. They are still sealed. I have had them for over 35/40 years. Is there any value in them. Richard Mc Donald richardb34@msn.com mail
To:richardb34@msn.com
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From: Gorhamwarsaw
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: GARRETT'S AM
ERICAN WINE BOTTLE
Date: 02/22/
2005 4:56:58 AM
i have a clear glass bottle that reads garrett's on one side with engraved cluster of grapes, the neck is about 6 inches and slender with a clear glass handle(not perfectly rounded), and on the opposite side there are grapes and grapevine engravings with an eagle in the lower center. the eagle is perched on an emblem that reads garrett's american wines. from pam gorham
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From: DIKADAM
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Milk Bottle Cream Separator
Date: 02/22/
2005 4:40:37 AM
Back in the 1930's, there was an aluminum tube, shaped like a shepard's crook, which was 'dropped' into a milk bottle for the purpose of separating the cream from the top of the bottle. When 'dropped', the cream ran from the tube (into a container) until it reached the lower level of the cream where a hole in the tube permitted the loss of suction and the flow stopped. I have searched many web sites to find a site where I might buy one of these antiques. Have you any suggestions?Thanks in advance, Dick Adams (Age 76 !!)
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From: Wayne Lonsdale
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Toledo Cooker Company letter on your bottle website
Date: 02/21/
2005 11:53:39 PM
Hello, I was doing some searching for the Toledo Cooker Company and I came across your really neat bottle site. I don't know if you are still in touch with the lady in the following letter from your website "
From: Glen
To: Digger
Subject: millville bottle works-and-doctor fisch's bitters
Date: 17-01-2004 DEAR Digger, I have two bottles. Both I believe they are from the same company. The first one is around and looks like a soda bottle on the front of it , it has MILLVILLE BOTTLE in an high arch going toward the top of the bottle. Underneath that in a smaller arch going towards the bottom it has the word WORKS. Just above that it has 1888. Below the label that is raised it has THIS BOTTLE NOT above BE SOLD below that. The color of the bottle is blue with some small bubbles and various raised marks on the outside of it. It is 10"1/4 inches high and 2"1/4 inches wide at the bottom. It narrows at the top to 1" and has a white ceramic or porcelain top that is held on by a flip top wire bail. It has a heart shaped hole the wire goes through with 3 dots one at the top and 2 below it. It has USA, GFM, and HILA. The other bottle I have is blue fish that is 7"1/2 inches tall, 3" at the base. The mouth of it is 1"1/4 wide. The right side it has DOCTOR FISCH'S BITTERS raised just below the eye of the fish. The left side just below the eye it has MILLVILLE NEW JERSEY. Both of the writing arch from the top to the bottom then back to the top again. At the bottom of the fish underneath it has recessed house type marking with the letters WHLATOH H. Thank you very much for your time. I also want to know if you know anything about " The Ideal steam cooker and baker" from the The Toledo Cooker Company Toledo, Ohio U. S. A dated Feb. 5, 1907? Again Thank you very much. Tina" but I have an item that gives a lot more information on the Toledo Cooker Company if the lady is interested. It features the Ideal Steam Cooker with diagram and description. This is not something that can be found on the internet, it is a physical document that is dated 1903. If Tina is interested, or you know anyone else who might be interested, please get back to me soon. Thanks. Wayne LonsdaleOttawa, Canada
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From: Dan Smathers
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: re: how much is my bottle worth
Date: 02/21/
2005 7:47:24 PM
I have several bottles unearthed in Richmond, KY that are 80 to 125 years old many from an apothecary including Bitter bottles, lady legs, coca cola, and pill bottles, medicine bottles and perfume bottles, ink bottles etc. What is the best way to price these bottles and get information on price ranges and collectibility?
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From: shawnyaroch
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old rum Bottle. . . . . Info on Age
Date: 02/21/
2005 6:44:37 PM
hey Digger i have a question, i found this old Serralles Don Q 151 proof Puerto Rican rum bottle. i looked around on the internet to see if i could find somethin similar to it with no avail. it origianlly had a paper label that had a serial number on it that went over the top of the top which has ben broken. on the bottom it says LIQUOR BOTTLE and was measured in fluid ounces and for the past 25 years rum bottles had none of the avove mentioned. It is a clear bottle with a black label with the don Q label in gold with red writine and twist off cap. it was holdin gold rum and was wondering how much it could be worth if anything. with regards, yaroch
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From: steve Hutchins
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re:
Date: 02/21/
2005 5:58:16 PM
Yea Here is image, The line stops at the shoulders. it reads " Wright & Taylor Distillers Louisville Ky. "I believe this is a very rare bottle. Hope you can locate it. ThanksSteve I have not heard of the company a picture would help Please visit my web site at http://www. bottlebooks.com Digger
----- Original Message ---- Hi Bud My name is Steve Hutchins from Powhatan Va. Can I ask you a Question about a bottle? I dug a amber bottle in a ice hole that is 9 3/4 inches tall and a base is 4 inches wide. On the side of the whiskey bottle there the words " Wright & Taylor Distillers Louisville Ky. " in big letters. I can’t find this bottle know where and was wondering if you might know the age and about what this rare bird is worth? Thanks for any help. I will send image if needed. Thank you very muck for any help. Steve--
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From: Krkrelly
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 02/21/
2005 12:21:04 PM
Hi was wondering what this is--11&1/4''h---embossed---D&G--on front of bottle--pontiled Attachment N1: IM000175. JPG
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From: Steve Stein
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Miniature whiskey bottle book
Date: 02/21/
2005 4:41:16 PM
2nd request A friend is about to have his 50th birthday and I want to get him something special. He's been collecting miniature whiskey bottles for the longest time and I was hoping that you could recommend "the book" on miniature whiskey bottles. Ultimately, it would be a color pictorial but I ask you to suggest the book that you feel is "the one" and where I can get it. Thanks, Steve Steve Stein
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From: Albert Phelan, Jr.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Larkin hair brush handle
Date: 02/21/
2005 1:58:49 PM
Can you tell me where I can get information regarding Larkin hair brushes? I have the handle of a Larkin hair brush that my mother purchased from the Larkin Soap Company in New York sometime in the 1940s. A picture is attached. Perhaps you can direct me to someone that I can contact to find out the value of this collectible. Thank you so much for your help
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From: steve Hutchins
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 02/21/
2005 6:09:44 AM
Hi Bud My name is Steve Hutchins from Powhatan Va. Can I ask you a Question about a bottle? I dug a amber bottle in a ice hole that is9 3/4 inches tall and a base is 4 inches wide. On the side of the whiskey bottle there the words " Wright & Taylor Distillers Louisville Ky. " in big letters. I can. t find this bottle know where and was wondering if you might knowthe age and about what this rare bird is worth? Thanks for any help. I will send image if needed. Thank you very muck for any help. Steve -
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From: Tablerc6
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: just wondering. please read!!
Date: 02/20/
2005 9:59:45 PM
I have a bottle that I purchased this past summer and was wondering if it is an old bottle or what it is exactly. It is 10'' in height, clear with gold crackling. It is square and reminds me of a whiskey bottle. It is in a holder, that is silver and fitted to the bottle. At the bottom of the holder it has a music box. The writing on it is: a product of SWISS HARMONY INC. Chicago, ILL. Design pat. no. - D-177022. If u could let me know what it is, I would really appreciate it. Thankyou, Christina
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From: DonSal2004
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Can you help with info on the following bottles?
Date: 02/20/
2005 3:50:16 PM
I cannot find information on the following bottles. Hopefully you can help. 1. Amethyst Soda style bottle with applied blob cap. The neck is primitive and bottle has many bubbles. It is embossed "Registered". Then in a round slug plate "Frank Roecklein-110 Main Street-Astoria, L. I. C. Under the slug plate is embossed "This bottle not to be sold". 2. The second bottle is a N. C. Milk Bottle with long tapered neck and vertical ribs. In a round circle on the neck it is embossed 3c. Under that "One Quart Liquid-N. C. Approved. Then in a large slug plate "North Carolina-3c-Deposit". On the back is the same small circle with 3c. At the base is a smaller slug plate with 3c-Deposit. The base has an embossed wagon wheel design. The top is applied. 3. The third bottle is a foreign coke bottle. Emerald green and hour glass style with vertical ribs. On the neck it is embossed "No Deposit-No Return". In large slug plate "Coca-Cola-Marque Deposee-Trademark Reg. " The back side "Ni Depot-Ni Retour". In large slug plate "Coke-Trademark Reg. 10 Fl. Oz. -Marque Deposee-10 OZ LIQ". On the bottom "NE PAS REUTHLISER-0-COCA-COLA-LTEE". I would appreciate anything you can tell me about these bottles and their values. Thank you, Donna Fairbank
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From: Zipstersclue
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Mar-vel bottle
Date: 02/20/
2005 3:47:04 PM
I have found a bottle and have no idea what came in it. It is aqua green and has Mar-vel and It's marvelous on the bottle. It has 6 1/2 fl. oz on the bottom along with contents also a (C). Can you give me any info. on this bottle.
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From: DonSal2004
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle Questions
Date: 02/20/
2005 3:46:48 PM
I cannot find information on the following bottles. Hopefully you can help. 1. Amethyst Soda style bottle with applied blob cap. The neck is primitive and bottle has many bubbles. It is embossed "Registered". Then in a round slug plate "Frank Roecklein-110 Main Street-Astoria, L. I. C. Under the slug plate is embossed "This bottle not to be sold". 2. The second bottle is a N. C. Milk Bottle with long tapered neck and vertical ribs. In a round circle on the neck it is embossed 3c. Under that "One Quart Liquid-N. C. Approved. Then in a large slug plate "North Carolina-3c-Deposit". On the back is the same small circle with 3c. At the base is a smaller slug plate with 3c-Deposit. The base has an embossed wagon wheel design. The top is applied. 3. The third bottle is a foreign coke bottle. Emerald green and hour glass style with vertical ribs. On the neck it is embossed "No Deposit-No Return". In large slug plate "Coca-Cola-Marque Deposee-Trademark Reg. " The back side "Ni Depot-Ni Retour". In large slug plate "Coke-Trademark Reg. 10 Fl. Oz. -Marque Deposee-10 OZ LIQ". On the bottom "NE PAS REUTHLISER-0-COCA-COLA-LTEE". I would appreciate anything you can tell me about these bottles and their values. Thank you, Donna Fairbank
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From: Cengen73
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: wheaton bottles
Date: 02/20/
2005 3:44:53 PM
hi, i was wondering about three wheaton bottles that i've come across. one is a red two inch square shaped bottle with chief wahoo electric tonic, walbridge co. dunsmuir, cal. (wheaton is stamped on the bottom, but is very worn), the second is a blue two inch benjamin franklin horseshoe round shaped bottle with w70 underneath the picture of franklin, and the third is a blue rootbeer barrel shaped bottle with root bitters printed on it. are these worth anything? should i hold on to them? any information would be great. i saw that you publish a book, does this have pictures and descriptions of different bottles with their values? chantel
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From: Sally Jackson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: value of Wild Turkey Decanters
Date: 02/20/
2005 6:57:05 PM
Digger, I have inherited my Grandfather's small collection of Austin, Nichols wild turkey decanters. I have # 3-8 of the series (missing 1 and 2). Whiskey in most of the bottles. . . . . . . . some of the corks dry rotting. I am having trouble finding out their worth and am hoping you can help! It looks like you are quite the expert. Thanks! sally :o)
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From: Nancygiff
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Haig 350 Decanter
Date: 02/20/
2005 2:45:36 PM
Hi. . . I have a Haig 350 Decanter, #950 of 1500. It was purchased in 1977. It is an etched Terling Silver Decanter in a Pinch bottle. Although the seal on the bottle has never been broken, only 50-60% of the whiskey remains. It is in its original presentation case, accompanied by its numbered certificate and original bill of sale. Any idea of its value? How would I go about finding a possible buyer? N. Gifford
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From: Mark S, Chuitt
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Whistle Bottle
Date: 02/20/
2005 12:59:57 PM
Hello, While reading through your site I came across a question posted by Earl Waites 02-11-04 concerning a "Whistle Bottle". The bottle in his photo is the same as a bottle I have. However, the bottle I have reads just a little different. Mine reads " Off. Bot. Pat. Applied for Reg U. S. Pat. " At the upper portion of the bottle, under the word "Whistle" on one side it reads "registered" On the base of mine it reads " Seattle " across the base with a number 7 above the word Seattle, and a star with an embossed "S" at the center of the star. The star is located below the word Seattle. So I guessing that Seattle may be a start as to the origins of the bottle. Any info you could provide myself on this bottle would be greatly appreciated also. Thanks, Mark Chuitt, Lewiston, Id.
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From: cleminshaw
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 02/20/
2005 10:38:40 AM
Attached is a strangely shaped bent-neck bottle that I picked up at a garage sale. Most distinctive is the applied spout which has only a 2mm opening, its end is coarsely ground off. The top lip has the same sort of closure "threads" found on a metal ketsup bottle, very faint lettering at base "PATENT***". Mold lines are readily visible, glass is clear, multiple panels surround the neck and the bowl of the bottle, is ~ 9" high. I have a similar much older one found while cleaning out mother-in-law's farmhouse. It is aqua, the same funnel shaped spout with an opening the size of a pencil lead. It has no markings on it, and has an open pontil and is about 4" high. It's obviously made for a specific use with its unusually small spout opening - can you give me any direction on research? as a wine decanter, any lees from the bottom would get stuck in the opening, as a grease/gravy separator it too would have problems with the spout size, the back-bent neck makes it very ergonomic to pour from, someone said they saw beer sold in Germany in this sort of bottle. Helllp! Linda Cleminshaw
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From: Diann Dilthey
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Hutchinson Soda
Date: 02/19/
2005 11:57:17 PM
Recently dug a hutch soda embossed CLARK & CO WYANDOTTE KANS. I have been diggin bottles since early 1972 and have never seen a soda embossed as such or any other bottle of any kind with embossing or paper label of Wyandotte Kansas. I've done extensive digging in my area and surronding areas both in Kansas and Missouri. I have also done extensive research into Wyandotte Township Kansas and have learned that in 1859 the legislature passed an act permitting the creation of Wyandotte Township. In 1886 it was consolidated with old Kansas City Kansas. There seem to exist no records of business who were soda water interests in Wyandotte Kansas. Kansas City Kansas directories show no business interest with Clark & Co. logo or soda water peddlers either. The hutch in question is the general run of the mill somewaht squatty early to mid 1880s aqua hutch soda with a somewhat unrefined tooled lip that at first look apears to be applied. Private mold is indicated by the base embossing of C&CO. It was found with other bottles and items that clearly demonstrate mid 1880s. I don't usually get stumped as persistance usually pays off. Not to be bragging but I've written and copywrited two books on the bottles of Leavenworth Kansas documenting bottles from the iron pontiled territorial sodas of the 1850s to the common tooled pharmacy bottles of the 1880s to 90s and thought I'd about dug em all until this one. I thought I'd contact you and maybe you might know something or someone who might be able to help with some positive info an this bottling company. THANKS. GARY STELTER, LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS.
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From: Jean Edwards
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Grolsch Georgia Bottle
Date: 02/18/
2005 5:59:50 PM
I have a brown glass bottle with a porcelain stopper and the words Grolsch Georgia on the stopper. Around the bottle are 4 ovals with what looks like leaves and the initials G and B inside the ovals. The stopper has holes in the side with a wire thru it around the neck. Can you tell me what kind of bottle this is and does it have any value. Jean
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From: DAVID K RAKES
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Rakes moonshine jug
Date: 02/19/
2005 9:25:16 PM
Dear Pamela, I found your query on Digger's web site. I was wondering if you still had the Rakes jug. The jugs are collected mostly by persons with the surname Rakes since the person who had them made was one Richard Rakes. Would love to hear from you. David Rakes in Bishop, Georgia. Bishop, GA
From: Pamela Harris
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: moonshine jug
Date: 08-11-2004 Digger, I found a gallon jug clear until the light hits it and you can see opalescence colors in the glass. I know nothing about bottles but this one appears clear. It has a thumb or finger hole at top two side seams on the bottom are the letters BOLDT the jug has raised letters R FRAKES Rocky Mount Va 100 proof sweet corn mash whiskey. Do you have any idea of the age and what it may be worth ? I checked RF Rakes of Rocky Mount Va and your website popped up. Thanks P. Harris
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From: btr
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Theresa (Old Mr. Boston Bottle)
Date: 02/19/
2005 8:25:49 PM
8and half inch high cap says Old Mr. Boston on it. Clear bottle. excellent condition found it 30 years ago. Design in front of bottle is in Gold. want to know the worth and age rarity, history. . . . also on the bottle engraved in the glass is the year 1748, is that the age the bottle was made? thank you very much for your reply. attached is a picture of it.
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From: Natalie Reece
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: seagrams 7
Date: 02/19/
2005 8:01:32 PM
Digger, Do you know what kind of cap a 1959 bottle of seagrams 7 bottle would have on it? The current bottles have a brown plastic cap and I was wondering when they started using that? Thanks Natalie
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From: Sharon Warren
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 02/19/
2005 7:23:57 PM
Here is a photo of one of them. I have researched that they are dated between 1815-1869 I think I searched the company web-site in Holland. Company started in 1575 but moved to Rotterdam in 1869. Therefore, I have deducted they are prior to that date since they are marked Amsterdam. What value are they?
I am trying to get more information about the ERVEN LUCASBOLS HET LOOTSJET AM STERDAM 3/4 LITRE clay bottle. Looks like it has been salt glazed. I need this information quickly at someone will be coming over to buy them in two days. I have no idea what they are worth. If you can help, I would truly appreciate. Thank you in advance.
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From: Bob
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Dr. Samuel Swan
Date: 02/19/
2005 5:34:06 PM
My brother purchased an old medicine chest and on the outside was written Dr. Swan's Liver and Kidney Cures. I was wondering if you might know anything about the bottles this medicine was stored in, what they looked like and if there are any for sale. My brother purchased this chest in Golden Eagle, IL and assume the chest was from the later 1800's. I was going to buy one of your books but wanted to make sure there was something regarding Dr. Samuel Swan in it before purchasing. At your convenience, any help would be appreciated. Thank you. Dorothy Stahl
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From: Vivian Bolick
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Bottle
Date: 02/19/
2005 5:25:23 PM
Hello Digger, I have an aqua colored bottle almost 4 inches tall. It is embossed on both sides. One side says Dr. H. F. Perry's and the other side says Dead Shot Vermifuge. What can you tell me about it? What is is worth? Thanks Vivian
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From: LUXORMEL
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: cog railway bottle?
Date: 02/19/
2005 12:16:09 PM
Hello there just picked up a nice omb liquor bottle royal halburton china dated 1978 no-83 New Hampshire MT Washington cog railway bottle. I have never seen this one before it had old Mr Boston Canadian whiskey inside. it is in fantastic condition no nicks or scrapes. i wondered if you had any idea of a price (i got it for $20) can send you a picture if you like. many thanks for your help regards Melanie
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From: Cassandra Clark
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: White House Bottle
Date: 02/18/
2005 9:28:57 PM
Hello Digger, Below is an article I found on your website and you indicate that the person asking the question should check out the January 1999 response. It appears that response has been purged off of your website. Can you either send me the response or tell me how I can find it. Thanks Harold Clark I don't have any idea about antique bottles, but I have an old "looking" White house vinegar bottle. It is clear glass with a floral design all around it. A crown neck of some type and a flat bottom. On the bottom it says "White House Vinegar" in a circular pattern. Also on the bottom in says "patent pending" with the numbers "650" and "1". This bottle also has two "handles" on the top. It is approximately 8"tall, and the seams on the side go past the lip of the bottle. This bottle is in perfect condition.
Check January 1999 Questions for the answer to the above. Digger.
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From: jwilson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Hugh Casey Eagle Soda Works
Date: 02/18/
2005 11:26:11 PM
I found an old bottle with raised lettering. . . It says Hugh Casey Eagle Soda Works 50 K St Sacramento Cal. . . I can find no info on the company. the bottle is a light green, heavy, and in perfect condition. Can you help me find info on the company? Thank You------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: judy Love
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 02/18/
2005 10:23:21 PM
Hello, I just got a bottle that is in a cardboard container, tin top and bottom. Antique Spiritus Frumenti-100 proof -an alcoholic stimulant made from the fermented mash of grain. Sealed container for medicinal. Whiskey The Frankfort Distillery . incorporated - Louisville Kentucky- John B. Thompson. spring 1913, any information would be great. Also, how are English and Scottish bottles holding up to American bottles in prices? Thank you for your time. Judy
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From: Dave Cashin
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 2 Bottles of Bols
Date: 02/18/
2005 9:17:42 PM
Could you please help me discover the age of the 2 bottles of Bols Ballerina Gold Liqueur. The bottles have a Dancing Ballerina inside plus gold chips and play a tune called Le Blue Danube. the bottle is wide and round at the bottom narrows at the start of the neck then has a bulbous part of the neck then narrows to the top, bottle is sealed with a gold seal and has 5 stars on top. Any help would be gratefully received David Cashin
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From: Sharon
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: windex bottle
Date: 02/18/
2005 7:30:55 PM
I have an old windex bottle with a metal pump. was wondering what it might be worth and when it was made. Thank you. Sharon Thomas
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From: ROBYN HICKEY
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old mini bottles
Date: 02/18/
2005 4:45:33 PM
Hello, Could you tell me anything about some mini bottles my husband bought at an estate sale? Some have tax tags still on them from 1939 & 1940 and some still have booze in them. Continental Distilling Company cordials, Old Boston gin, Meier's wines and others. The attachment has pics of 4 bottles. I don't drink, but as a matter of interest, does this stuff go bad? Thank you for any help you may be able to give, Robyn
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From: Steve Stein
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Miniature whiskey bottle book
Date: 02/18/
2005 10:00:30 AM
A friend is about to have his 50th birthday and I want to get him something special. He's been collecting miniature whiskey bottles for the longest time and I was hoping that you could recommend "the book" on miniature whiskey bottles. Ultimately, it would be a color pictorial but I ask you to suggest the book that you feel is "the one" and where I can get it. Thanks, Steve Steve Stein
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From: Storms
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Repro E. G. Booz Bottle
Date: 02/17/
2005 9:00:43 AM
Digger, I have a reproduction E. G. Booz bottle. I have always guessed it to be a reproduction, but I was not able to find much information on distinguishing real from repo in any of the books that I have purchased. Now I see the errors of my ways, and will forthright go and purchase some of yours! After reviewing the information you have on E. G. Booz bottles, I have come to realize that mine is from the Crownford China Company. It is amber, but more of the yellow persuasion than the brown. I was wondering what you think the value would be. It is in excellent condition with the original cork (no contents, though) It is much better than any Wheaton bottles that I have seen. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. ~Jeff Storms, PA
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From: Bette Chasmar
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 02/17/
2005 12:14:49 PM
We have a Austin Nichols Wild Turkey #5 unopened ceramic whisky container still in the original box. Can you tell us how much it would be worth today?
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From: thehimrodcompany
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Forbidden fruit Chas Jacquin et
Date: 02/17/
2005 12:03:51 PM
Dear Digger, I recently read on your site some info on the forbidden fruit bottle. I have a bottle that is from the Chas Jacqiun et CIE Co. PA. The bottle has the cascading crown and is dated 1873 on the bottom. The label running in gold down the sides reads R44. There is also a small tag attached offering a 12x15 print available for $1. 00. The size of the bottle is 4/5 quarts. Can you give me an update?
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From: EvesIsrafel
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 02/17/
2005 6:39:27 AM
Curious about this clear bottle containing a light yellow powdered substance. Size is approximately 6. 5" x 3. 5" -- no markings -- seams on each side from bottom of base to 1/2 inch below lip -- lip is smooth across top -- cork lodged in mouth -- obtained in eastern NC dig. Scanned images attached. Arrows indicate seam end points.
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From: Susan Collins
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 02/17/
2005 12:58:49 AM
Hi, In going through my parents house I discovered what I guess was a liquor bottle with these markings-D334-145-58 C Miller 58 regal china. It is deer like animal with very long horns and also has a thermometer. I was interested in its value. Thanks, Susan Collins
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From: Maniscalco, Bobbi
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 1976 Ezra Brooks Decanter
Date: 02/16/
2005 9:34:26 PM
I would like to know the value of two decanters I have. They are the 1976 Ezra Brooks Democratic & Republican National Commemorative Campaign with a map of U. S. w/National Convention and a large star where the convention took place. Both decanters are glazed porcelain - one is of a Donkey and the other is of an Elephant. I found the identical Democratic one for sale on amres.com I wondered if having both would be of more value. Thank You, Bobbi Maniscalco
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From: MARILYN BLISS
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle question
Date: 02/16/
2005 5:37:32 PM
Hi, I found a J. R. Watkins Co. bottle , although It looks like some you have commented on , this 8" clear bottle is close except the words are in script (The J. R. Watkins Co. ) and below that in block style is (REG. U. S. PAT. OFF. ) all words on running horizontal on one side. Can you tell me, the value of this bottle with the company name in script. Thank you , Just Wondering
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From: Luna
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle inquiry
Date: 02/16/
2005 11:56:34 AM
Hello, my name is Candace and I've been learning so much about bottles from your website. You are so kind to share your vast knowledge with others as you do. I am sure that you are completely inundated with emails, so if you cannot answer mine I will understand. The question that I wanted to ask you is this: My friend found a place where there are a lot of old bottles. He knows that I sell items on Ebay and asked me to sell these bottles for him. Obviously that requires some research since I don't know their value offhand. That's what lead me to your site. The bottle is a brown 7UP bottle that I have seen referred to as the 7up Bubble Girl Bottle with applied color label. It is in pretty good condition except that a lot of the label is no longer legible. You can read the backside of it though, just not the side where 7up was once printed. I know that these bottles fetch a good price when they are in good condition, but since the label has worn off so much, I really have no idea what kind of reserve price to put on this bottle. I don't have a picture of it yet or I would send it to you. If you have time to answer I'd appreciate it. Thanks! Candace
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From: Wasdin, William E
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle
Date: 02/16/
2005 3:10:59 PM
I found a greenish soda bottle marked design patent 86746. it was bottled here in Chattanooga, TN (i think) there is some yellow writing on it. It is very heavy. One of your other readers had the same question about this type of bottle. WHAT IS IT????? ". . .
Date: 03-01-2003 Dear digger, I will try to describe this bottle the best I can. I am not an expert. I found this bottle on a trash heap at a construction site. it just interested me because of the bottom lettering. . . . . property of coca cola bot-co ft. Myers fl the bottom side has the numbers c878 and design pat'd. no. 86746. The coke plant here in ft Myers was burned by a gang of teens a few years back calling themselves the lords of chaos. They shotgunned a man to death the next night. the historical building has since been demolished. the shape of the bottle is like no coke bottle I have seen. Maybe it is some other kind of soda. it is 8 inches tall, greenish, the seam seems to go to just the mouth and then looks to go around the circumference of the mouth there is three rings at the bottom of the neck and one in the middle of the bottle. That's the best I can describe it without a picture. Anything you may be able to tell me about it from this information would be appreciated. . . . . . . thanks vince" Please let me know or if you need a pic Will Wasdin
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From: Cole, Trish
To: 'jaok20@bottlebooks.com'
Subject: 1910 Alaska Medicine Bottles
Date: 02/16/
2005 12:44:41 PM
Hi. I have 7 medicine bottles and would like to know the value. 1 5inch and 1 4inch, Drugist LE Smith 31V front street and Douglas Est 1900 1 5 inch and 1 5/12 inch Alaska Drug Co. Douglas Alaska 3 5/12 inch JW Doran Pharmacist Juneau Alaska Can you help? Trish Cole Claims Specialist
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From: Bluegrassmom61
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Question about the gun fighters collection?
Date: 02/16/
2005 5:52:50 AM
my sister has a collection of the old west gunfighters whiskey decanters she has 6 of the 8 all of which excludes black bart and clamity jane , included is Doc Holliday,Wyatt Earp Jesse James,Bat Masterson,Wild Bill Hickok,Billy the Kid, the seals are all broken and the bottles are empty, with 2 missing . do you have a clue as to what thses are worth if anything my name is penny Thank you for any help penny
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From: The Fishells
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Larkin-Hubbard Genealogy?
Date: 02/16/
2005 9:44:44 AM
Hello, Thanks for the great site! I found it when I was researching Justis Weller who was a soap manufacturer who taught John Larkin the trade. Justis Weller was my great aunt's father-in-law. His son, Frank Weller (the husband) murdered my poor aunt (his wife) in 1925 to get money for moonshine. According to the newspaper accounts, the murder was very gruesome because he basically hacked her to death with an ax. I am trying to find out more info on the Weller family. From the information you give, it looks like John Larkin's sister was possibly Frank's mother. You list an unpublished genealogy, "The Larkin-Hubbard Genealogy" by Harry H. Larkin as a source. Do you know where I can access this genealogy? thank you very much, Julianne Fishell
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From: PAmawin
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Worthmore Iodine Bottle
Date: 02/15/
2005 2:34:45 PM
I have a worthmore iodine bottle that my grandmother gave me. It is from the 1950s. It has a rubber stopper with a glass applicator. Could you tell me what this is worth? Thank you
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From: Richard Barrett
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: what is this worth?
Date: 02/15/
2005 6:55:03 PM
this is bottled by Famous Firsts Ltd Baltimore, MD. . it's kentucky straight bourbon whiskey, 86 proof, was 7 years old when bottled, not positive on the year, possibly mid 70s.
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From: Marlene
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 02/15/
2005 4:42:52 PM
Why does everyone on e-bay advertise their cobalt violin bottles as whiskey? Weren't they vanilla bottles? Don't you have a photo of one with the vanilla label? Thank you. Marlene
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From: Roger & Judy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 02/15/
2005 4:30:16 PM
I found your email on a web site and figured this was as good of a place to start as any. Several years ago, while helping a friend clean out an old farm site, I came across a jar. I picked it up and brought it home because I thought it was interesting but know nothing about its history. I was wondering if you could let me know whether it has any importance or was just an ad scam. I am attaching pictures of the front painted label, and the back paper label The front label reads: White Beaver's Cough Cream Heals Diseased Lungs and cures coughs and colds. Made only by DR. FRANK POWELL, Medicine Chief of the Winnebago Indians, LA Crosse, WIS. Sold by all Druggists. The back label reads: Hector Hinkle says TRY SOME. . . GOOD LUCK HEX CANDIES Ingr. : Sugar, Corn Syrup, Salt, True and Artificial Flavors, Citric Acid, U S. Certified Food Colors. Net Wt. 14 Oz. Manufactured for Pennsylvania Dutch Co. Inc. Mount Holly Springs, Pa. 17065 If you have any information about this jar I would enjoy hearing about it. Thank you for your time, Judy Cochran
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From: ben ostasiewski
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Great site!
Date: 02/15/
2005 1:09:48 PM
Great site! Just finished reading Gene Fowler's book on Medicine shows. Judging from your business I thought you may want to join our new community. And help fill our Cabinet of Curiosities http://www.melonride.com/Wunder/curios.html Each image item has the owners name and a link to there sites. A sort of eclectic portal of interesting people and sites. We wouldn't fill complete with out an great image from you guys, Ben Osto
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From: Judy Rothrock
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: kool-aid bottle
Date: 02/15/
2005 5:24:32 AM
I have a soda bottle embossed with the words "kool-aid best in flavor" The back reads' bottled by kool-aid bottling company Denver, Colorado. On the bottom of the bottle is the date July 16,1940 and an octagon with a G inside it. Can you supply info on this bottle?
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From: BretCrook
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Bleach Bottle
Date: 02/14/
2005 11:23:56 PM
I am not a collector ar
anything, I just found this on our property clearing brush and was wandering how
long it has been laying there? It has a #33 with the words disinfectant,
bleach, cleanser on it. It also has the #33 stamped on the bottom. It also
has Merdry Beacon Chemical Corp, Philadelphia, PA stamped on bottom. Any
ideas? I could not find anything on the internet about it. 
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From: Montgomery Sydney Mills Pollack
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 1940's muscatel wine bottle
Date: 02/14/
2005 11:02:34 PM
Hello, My name is Montgomery Pollack. I own a motion picture prop house in Los Angeles, CA. We are working on the new Brian DePalma film called ?The Black Dahlia?. In the script there is a scene where the police bust into a motel room and scattered about are ?Muscatel Short Dogs?. I found out that short dogs refer to drinking cheap wine out of a paper bag or the size of the bottle. It is my job to find bottles that will work for 1947 Muscatel short dogs. Needless to say I am having a hell of a time trying to find such a bottle let alone find multiples. Can you shed any light on the subject? Do you know of anyone who may have a cheap wine bottle form the 40?s and do you happen to know if it was cheap wine at the time would it have a screw top? Any information would be helpful. Thank you so much for your time, Monty
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From: Tecumseh
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Paul Jones Bottle
Date: 02/14/
2005 3:08:56 PM
Hi Digger ~ I found a bottle that once housed Paul Jones whiskey. The front indicates the following: Paul Jones Find Blended Whiskey Blended by Paul Jones and Company, Inc. Louisville, KY. Baltimore MD It has 4 stars across the top and a pic of Paul Jones. On back: there is a green and white stamp that reads New Hampshire, State Liquor Commission Any ideas on its worth? I also have a Victory Bottle.
Paul Jones are very common and hard to sell. . unless early with label and caps. . . even better with contents. Digger
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From: jamesnh
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Spider Bottle
Date: 02/14/
2005 5:42:59 PM
I found this bottle
in Chicago, il. It has spider webs all over it and what looks like a
black widow on the front. it is exactly 4" tall.
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From: Ardene Smyth uk
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Colt 45 shaped lemonade bottles
Date: 02/14/
2005 2:34:59 PM
I have in my possession a pair of Colt 45 shaped lemonade bottles circa 1900, please would it be possible for you to let me know more about these unusual shaped bottles. Stamped on the bullet casing in the glass are the initials R & K or possibly B & K. the guns are thick glass and approx 6 - 8" long and about 5 " in height. I was told that thousands of these bottles were made and that after the children drank the lemonade they then had the glass guns to play with - very un-health and safety compared to today's standards. As this information was obtained from a glass valuer at a local auction house. I would appreciate a personal question and my question not to be put on the website. A Smyth
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From: Tabitha Smith
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: OLD WHISKEY BOTTLE
Date: 02/14/
2005 4:20:50 AM
COULD YOU GET ME SOME HISTORY ON THIS BOTTLE?? HAVE A NICE DAY!!!!!
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From: Keri71
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Liquor Collection
Date: 02/13/
2005 5:50:56 PM
Hello. I found a liquor bottle with a case and some other stuff at a garage sale. I have inserted some pictures. Would like to know more about it and what it's worth. I have no idea the maker, etc. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks! Kerrie E.
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From: BACACORRAL
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: What can you tell me about this bottle?
Date: 02/13/
2005 2:35:15 PM
Hi, This bottle was found in Carthage, NM which is a mining ghost town in central NM. The bottle is 8. 5 inches high by 2. 75 inches wide, 1. 5 inches deep. The inscription on one side says "Chattanooga Medicine Company", on the other side "Cardui, The Woman's Tonic". Color- clear to very pale aqua/green. There are seams down both sides of the bottle. The upper lip is smooth, the bottom has two circle impressions and the number 14. I'd appreciate any information you can find about this bottle. DJ Baca
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From: justme gini1
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottles
Date: 02/13/
2005 4:56:54 PM
I have a bottle from James B. Bean Distilling Co. KY-DRB-230 Genuine Regal China number 145. The front has Thailand, and aviation of wonders. The Back has a map of Thailand with all the cities listed. Can you tell me anything about this. My grandfather gave me this when I was a young girl. I was always awed by the design. I am now 51 years old and really don't know anything about this. Please Help. Thanks Gini
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From: sheila clairmont
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old bottle
Date: 02/13/
2005 6:17:47 PM
My aunt found a bottle behind her refrigerator that said John C. Neltnor Pharmacist with his initials on it. Also It said Pioneer Drug Store West Chicago, Illinois. could you tell me anything about this bottle. I do know that there was a John C. Neltnor in West Chicago around the 1860's but thats all I could find.
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From: Kimberly Calabrese
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: GILBEY'S SPEY ROYAL SCOTCH WHISKEY BOTTLE WITH SCOTTISH BALLERINA INSIDE
Date: 02/13/
2005 5:03:04 PM
Hello, Could you please tell me the value and approximate age of this bottle. There is a crack in the music box but it still works and the dancer inside works as well. Thank you for your time. Vincent Calabrese
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From: Charles Carter
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Green bottle made in Spain
Date: 02/13/
2005 12:55:23 PM
Digger, my bottle is green about 11. 5" tall, 3" bottom base that reads DEL REAL TESOROYC MARQUES JEREZ SPAIN - BOTTLE MADE IN SPAIN. At the bottom of the 4" neck is "federal law forbids the sale or reuse of this bottle". What can you tell me about it's value, etc? Thank you for the information. Chas Carter
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From: xerri au
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: glass bottles
Date: 02/13/
2005 3:05:34 AM
Hi, my name is Marty, I have x9 glass bottles that I would like to get some info on. If you could tell me the age, value and history on any of my bottles it would be great. I apologise as I am unable to give you pictures. *My 1st is a clear, smooth, round (cylinder shape) glass jar. Height 16. 5cm, base & width 7cm. On the top of the jar it reads THREE 333 THREES REGD trade mark and the bottom reads Property of S. R. McALPINE SYDNEY. Base reads: G M E IS. 238 *My 2nd is a clear, smooth, hexagonal shaped jar. Height 17. 5cm, 8. 5x6cm base. It has x8 embosed diamonds four on front & four on back with x18 vertical lines (different lengths) on the bottom half x6 front & x6 back. The rim is 6cm round. It reads on the bottom FAWCETT BROS. SYDNEY. *My 3rd is a clear, smooth, hexagonal shaped bottle. 17. 5cm in height, 8cm width, 1. 5cm neck, hexagonal base 7. 5 x 5. 5cm. Bottom of bottle reads TAYLOR CHEMICAL CO. SYDNEY. Base reads: G M IS. 122 IO *For my 4th I actually have x3 of the same but different dates. They are amber in colour, & smooth. Shaped like an old beer bottle. Height 26. 5cm & width 7cm. They read on front of bottle THE N. S. W. BOTTLE COMPANY PTY. LTD and the base reads G G G M M M 1951 1961 1962 IS 89 IS 89 IS 89 15 933 56 *5th is a clear, smooth cylinder shape. Height 24. 5cm & 7. 5cm width. On the top half of the bottle it has x3 circle embossed with a sun inside the circle going around the top of the bottle. The writing around one of the circles reads TRADE REGISTERED MARK and the bottom half of the bottle reads MARCHANTS LTD SYDNEY. The base reads 1956. The bottle also has x2 embossed line going around the top & bottom of the bottle. *6th is a clear, smooth, round, cylinder shape bottle. 26. 5cm height & 7. 5cm width. On the top of the bottle it is embossed with a donut shape circle with the writing of NOONS CORDIALS WINDSOR inside the circle. It also has x2 embossed lines going around the top & bottom. *7th is smooth, amber, rounded flask like shape. 13cm height, 8 cm width, 1cm lip, 2cm neck & 7. 5cm base. It has vertical lines on the front x14 with the writing in between lines sideways POISION NOT TO BE TAKEN. The base reads T348. *8th smooth, amber, oval shaped base or flask like. Screw top lid, height 13cm, width 7cm, neck 2cm, base 4. 5 x 6. 5cm. The base reads lg. 394. *9th clear, smooth, cylinder shape. Embossed vertical lines top half, height 18cm, 6. 5cm width, 2. 5 rim. Reads CHAM
PION VINEGAR CO. AUST Pty Ltd. Thank you! Sorry there are so many.
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From: dmk
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: plz reply
Date: 02/12/
2005 9:32:24 PM
could u plz let me know about this bottle there are no writing on the bottle it is tall dark blue bottle with a fish etched on it plz plz dora kahn A
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From: MARIAN I MCRAE
To: JAOK20@BOTTLEBOOKS.com
Subject: wine bottle
Date: 02/12/
2005 7:43:38 PM
I was wondering if you might be able to help me out, I bought a wine bottle from a garage sale it feels like it is made out of cement, it is double handled with Egyptians on the front and back two standing and one kneeling. it says on the bottom of the bottle" made Italy exclusively for luxardo" it has a stamp or seal across the front that says " imported by m. o. g. imports inc. san francisco calif. the Egyptians are accented with gold. contents that were in the bottle Italian cherry wine. The bottle is beautiful it almost looks more like vase. If you can help me i would greatly appreciate it Thanks Marian Burum, calif
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From: A & M Sewing Machine Repair
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Kool-Aid Soda Pop Bottle
Date: 02/12/
2005 7:25:25 PM
Dear Digger, Today, I purchased a bottle at an antiques mall, and was wondering if you had any information about it. It is a clear glass bottle. The front has a painted label that says, "Kool-Aid", with "First in Flavor" below it. It is an 8 oz. bottle, and the back says that it was "Bottled under license from Perkins Products Co. , Chicago, ILL" "Bottled by: Kool-Aid Bottling Company, Columbus, Ohio". I would really like to have as much info as possible. Also, the bottom of the bottle says, "Patented, July 16, 1940. . . . . . . . . . . . . No121514. . . . . . . . . . . . . . C1265. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Duraglas" Thanks so much for any help!
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From: Charles Cothern
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Light Bulb Bottle
Date: 02/12/
2005 2:39:21 PM
Attached are two pictures of the bottle. I bought at an auction. . the bottle was filled with popcorn. Label on bottom says "Made in Spain" Any info/help would be appreciated. Robin r
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From: AllstarM
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 02/12/
2005 8:33:22 AM
I am doing a research project for shcool as was wondering if you could send me any pictures or information that you have on Hamlin's Wizard Oil Company. If so please send as soon as possible. Please write any further contact information.
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From: Mike Poe
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle
Date: 02/12/
2005 1:18:14 PM
Hi Digger, I have a J. A. Gilka bottle that is in top shape. I see that some of them say " not to be sold" but this one does not. Can you give me a rough estimate of it's worth please. Thank you, Mike
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From: Jimmy Bray
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: pontil
Date: 02/12/
2005 9:45:41 AM
Mr. Odell, Just wanted to confirm the price and your address so I can order your book on pontilled medicines. Thanks, Jimmy Bray Oglethorpe, Ga
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From: Julia Sinclair
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Boroleum. . ?
Date: 02/12/
2005 6:59:10 AM
Your site had a boroleum bottle Sinclair co. where could I read on that? Thanks, Julie
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From: Oliver Jordan
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 02/11/
2005 10:55:57 PM
Do you have any information on a company called Southern Beverages? Found a clear bottle that reads Southern Beverages inside an upside down triangle, raised letters. It is an 8 oz bottle and says Panama City, FL. It is not in good shape as the lip of the top is broken. It is an ABM for sure. Not really looking for a price or anything just information.
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From: Tiffany Swanson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Lewis bottle
Date: 02/11/
2005 8:03:29 PM
Dear Jaok I have a bottle that says Lewis bottling works Kane pa there is an l embossed on the bottom the mouth of the bottle or the (top) is kida Like round on bottom of the mouth and then there’s a ring on the top of the round and its seven ounces it says I would like the history any pictures related the date and where in Kane it was located also i would really like the value can you please get back to me thank you because i tried calling the library an the commerce and they couldn’t figure it out thank you TIffany please please help thanks ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: judith sabo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: anheuser busch metal can
Date: 02/11/
2005 7:44:30 PM
any value to a 1928 dated metal container made by anheuser busch. margrove inc. geneva n. y. eastwood dairy syracuse n. y.
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From: htaylor
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Olive Green
Date: 02/11/
2005 8:24:39 AM
Digger, You won't believe this but we just hooked up the satellite internet connection this month on a remote cay in the Bahamas and used a Google search to find your site as it mentioned the bottle we were researching in the blurb. When we found the question and your answer we were of course very surprised to read that your inquisitor had also found the identical bottle on a beach in the Bahamas. Your answer to that person certainly answered our questions about the bottle also, however, ours has no "6" on the bottom. Thanks for the info and the amusement, Hugh in the Exumas
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From: Zachary Gillihan
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Question Battery oil bottles
Date: 02/11/
2005 12:38:25 AM
Hi digger Odell, My name is zachary g. and i collect insulators and train signals. I walk the MKT trail here in mo and in Booneville Mo i was walking along and saw a plastic battery and next to it were two UNopened bottles of battery oil. I have found these before but empty, I have questions about where they are from there not edison but the only thing they have on them is " Battery Oil " embossed in the front. See below pictures. I would GREATLY thank you for all information on these and a price tag about how much you think they are worth. Are they common to be found caped with the oil in them? Who made this brand? When? Please take time to tell me about them. If you need better pictures please le tme know and please just email me back. Thanks, Zachary Gillihan ICON member Pictures: Plastic Signal Battery: http://www. insulators.com/pictures/?id=105412445 Oil Battery Bottles: http://www. insulators.com/pictures/?id=104958258 THANKS!
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From: Tim and Debbie
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle
Date: 02/10/
2005 9:36:33 PM
Hi, I not sure if you can help me with this or not but, I found a bottle by an old homestead here in Montana and was trying to find some information on it to no avail. I have attached two pics in JPG format. The bottle is approximately 2 ¼ inches high and approximately ¾ inches wide. The seam extends all the way through the lip. It has “CETS” embossed on the bottom with “IT” under it. On the side it has the number “11”. The bottle appears to be flat on 3 sides with one side bowing out. The glass also has a lavender tint to it. Any help you can provide will be greatly appreciated. Thank you Tim Knotts
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From: graham and sandy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: antique horsefoot inkwell
Date: 02/10/
2005 8:05:40 PM
Hello, not sure if I have the right place, but do you have any idea how much an inkwell made from a horse's hoof and gold plated is worth. It has the horse's name and dated 1875 on the top. Thanks for any info. Sandy
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From: diana
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: help, please
Date: 02/10/
2005 8:32:06 PM
Hello Digger, My friend has two Hazel Atlas bottles. They have Tiolene Motor Oil on them and are about 18 inches tall and clear glass. I would like to know when they were made and their value. Any help you could offer would be greatly appreciated. thank you so much. Diana ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: Sdag
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Inherited 37 Soda Bottles
Date: 02/10/
2005 10:50:20 AM
Hello, I am writing you to ask a few questions about some bottles a next door neighbor recently gave me. There are a total of 37. One in particular, that is sitting in front of me is a Full 16 OZS. Double Cola bottle. The lettering is white with a red background, from about 3/4 of the way and down is a swirl design. Also, how can I find the dates on some of these bottles? There are numbers on some, and none on others. I also have 2 7 FL. OZS. 7up bottles, the glass is green, and on the front and back, it reads, SEVEN-UP "You like it, it likes you". From Willow Springs, MO. Thanks, Scott A. D.
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From: HappyHoppy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: re gingerbeer bottle
Date: 02/10/
2005 10:15:50 AM
mrs j hobkirk id like info on a lauterbach stone ginger beer bottle from Sunderland it used to be county Durham but now tyne & wear uk, the one i have was my grandmothers and is in mint condition, the trade mark is two crossed keys would be grateful for any knowledge.
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From: Northern New Yorker
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Emailing: Plexo 1, Plexo 2, Whitine 1, Whitine 2
Date: 02/10/
2005 1:59:07 PM
Can You tell me anything about these 2 bottles. The Plexo bottle stands 4 1/2 tall x 1 1/2 wide x 2. The other says USE WHITINE FOR WHITE KID ALBION MFC CO NEW YORK. It stands 5 1/2 tall x 2 wide x 1. Any information about these would be helpful. Chris
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From: Bjo8broo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: shady springs whiskey bottle
Date: 02/09/
2005 5:18:32 PM
Found this bottle in my attic. it has bottled in bond written on the label. it came from the medley distilling co inc. can you tell me anything about it? it has reg.