January 2006 Questions
Digger Odell Publications © 2006
From: Kenny Courtenay
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Whitehurst Bottle
Date: 01/01/2006 3:57:49 AM
Hi Digger, About 25 years ago, I found a small antique bottle in the mud at a construction site in New Orleans. It is a clear glass bottle, 3. 375" tall X approximately 1. 75" wide X . 75" thick. The word "WHITEHURST" appears in raised letters, running vertically down the front. There is a seam. On the bottom appears the number "578," preceded by a sideways "F. " I'd like to get some information on the bottle's age, what it was used for, and whether or not it has any value. Someone else inquired about a similar bottle on your website on September 19, 2002, but it appears that you did not post an answer to the question. Thanks, Kenny Courtenay Attachment N1: whitehurstBottle1. jpg Attachment N2: WhitehurstBottle2. jpg
This product was popularized around 1927 and quickly became a top seller due to extensive advertising. J. Harrison Whitehurst was the proprietor. I found lists for him as early as 1912. The brand apparently goes back into the 1800s when it was simply called Forrest's Juniper Tar Compound and was produced by one Mrs. A. L. Whitehurst of Baltimore. Your bottle dates between 1927-1949. They are very common and sell for $2-3.
Digger
Ad circa 1959
Ad circa 1927
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From: Jeffrey Johnson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Tuesday, December 27, 2005 11:19 PM
Subject: Pratt's Distemper and Pink Eye Cure. . . Digger, I have an amber applied tooled top rectangular bottle about 6 and three-quarter inches in height. It states on the front Pratt's Distemper and Pink Eye Cure with what seems to be beveled edges with indented panels on front and back. Mold seams run almost to the tooled top, with some whittling around the shoulder and a few seed bubbles throughout. I can not find any history, age, rarity or relative value of this bottle. . . . I think it might be a vet bottle, but I do not know for certain. The bottle is in pristine condition with no flaws other than the minor imperfections of seed bubbles. A number is on the bottom, but I can not remember because the bottle is stored away and my description is from memory. Any help would be greatly appreciated. . . . thanks. Sincerely, Jeffrey E Johnson
From: Jeffrey Johnson
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Pratt's Distemper and Pink Eye Cure. . .
Date: 01/01/2006 8:50:57 AM
Thank you for the reply Digger, I know you are a busy man and I really appreciate your time and effort. I was hoping for a higher value, but the bottle is what it is. . . . . sincerely, Jeffrey E Johnson Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com wrote:
Yes it is a vet bottle. The bottle dates to the early 1900s. Pratt's Roup Remedy for chickens was his best seller and advertised as early as 1908. I have had several of the Cures over the years. Probably $40-$50 range these days. Maybe more. Please visit my web site at http://www.bottlebooks.com Digger
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From: John Miller
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 01/01/2006 12:17:55 PM
I've got a Dr. Miles' Alternative Compound bottle with a light salmon label in nearly perfect condition. The Cork is in the bottle and is still full. . . . ok it appears to have less than 1/2 in evaporation and only slight side stain on original cork. This is a clear glass bottle bearing raised glass letters "Dr Miles Medical Co. " with no chips or cracks. My guess is this is an 1885 vintage bottle that has never been opened. Who could I contact for a valuation on this item? John Miller Iowa
Your product is much later
than 1885 probably well into the 20th century. Dr. Miles made his fame with his
Nervine and his New Heart Cure. He had a number of other products
which did not do as well. His concern, the Miles Medical Company, eventually became the well-known Miles Laboratories after his death in 1929. Widespread advertising for his products discontinued about 1912. Bottles with labels and sometimes contents are not that uncommon for his products. Your bottle being clear is a later, probably machine made bottle which might have been the original Cactus Compound, renamed after the 1906 Food and Drug Act. Value $15-20. Digger
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From: Christopher Blevins
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old bottle
Date: 01/01/2006 3:00:12 PM
hi, I have a light green bottle 13" that is the shape of a hand holding a gun. no label but very detailed. any ideas what was once in it or how much it is worth? donna blevins-
I guess in the $25-40 range. Digger
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From: BOUCHERTX
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: wicker covered bottles
Date: 01/01/2006 10:37:12 AM
I am fast becoming a junkie for collecting wicker covered bottles. I buy anything that is pleasing to the eye with wicker in good shape. I was wondering how to determine value so I can know how much to pay when I find them. Thanks for your help and great web site! Heather Boucher
Early wicker bottles, demijohns and the like can easily bring over $100. Many of these were destroyed as people wanted to see what the bottle looked like to determine the age. You sometimes find the bottom of the wicker cut out. The value depends upon the age of the bottle, the condition of the wicker, the presence or lack thereof of embossing and the color of the bottle. Pre-Civil War bottles should bring at least $50-75. Pre-1900 bottles $30-60. Digger
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From: Bonnie Olive bolive24
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: mineral water bottle
Date: 01/01/2006 4:19:18 PM
I found a clay bottle with an Apollinaris-Brunnen-M-W emblem stamped on one side. It appears to be similar to a bottle mentioned in a letter to which you responded on your site. This bottle is a chalky cream color and bears the inscription No 25. just under the handle which looks to have been pressed on by hand. There is also an imperfection indention that happened before the clay dried. I found this bottle on a rock bar on the Mississippi River. I am very curious about the No 25. The other writer indicated that his bottle had No 28 on it. Any information about this bottle would be appreciated. Bonnie
I get many many questions about this bottle and similar clay bottles. The bottle themselves are tall thin and stamped with some markings. Yours is mineral water some contained gin or other alcoholic drinks. All are imported, many are Dutch or German. they are known in sample sizes as well. the ad at the right is circa 1889, a good average date for these bottles. Value is $30-40.Digger
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From: David Vines david. vines
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Birmingham Distilling company
Date: 01/01/2006 6:41:57 PM
I am trying to find out something about this old picture. Are you familiar with this company? Picture attached. David Vines mail
Sometime in the middle of 1887, eight-one companies were absorbed into a whiskey trust called, Distillers' & Cattle-Feeders company, these included among eighty others, the Birmingham Distilling Company of Illinois, principal office in chiccago with stock of $100,000. the trust which was to last 25 years was broken in 1893 when the top five companies pulled out. the Birmingham company was not one of them. Digger
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From: Nick Boyd nboyd2telus
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 01/01/2006 6:49:48 PM
digger, I found this bottle in British Columbia, I saw some people have found the same but I could not find any answers. is says Rauleigh's then below it says trade mark, then on the bottom front, bottle made in USA, on the very bottom it has a capital P in a circle then below the number 1, the bottle is 6. 5 inches tall, the seam goes right to the top but not in the middle, kinda from edge to edge, if you have any answers please let me know, Nick
From: rlroyse
To: jaok20@bottlebooks. com, \jaok20\bottlebooks jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Identify Bottle
Date: 01/01/2006 7:23:49 PM
Hello, I was hoping you could help identify this bottle. It is marked on the bottom of the bottle DIN 0. 5L looks like an H going through an N the a Z in a square. I bought this from and elderly German gentleman who said his late wife had collected bottles and steins. He was unsure of the year or if it was from Germany as his wife bought items from not only Germany but England as well. Any information would be appreciated. Attachment N1: BOTTLE 001. jpg Attachment N2: BOTTLE 002. jpg Attachment N3: BOTTLE 003. jpg
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From: ROBE3409
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Jos E Seagrams and Sons Bottle
Date: 01/01/2006 3:15:17 PM
Hi. I found a bottle in my yard and am wondering what year it is from. It's a brown bottle with seams on each side to the top. It says 4/5 quart and has the "federal law prohibits sale" verbiage on it. On the bottom, it says 56 and then there is an emblem 46. It also says Jos E Seagrams & Sons Ltd. and Made in USA Canada. It had a cork in it when I found it and the bottle is in great shape except the labels are off of it. Any idea of the year of it? Thanks for you help, Mary.
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From: Jewell Tucker
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Emailing: IMG_1111
Date: 01/01/2006 9:33:46 PM
Hey Digger, I have this
bottle that is either stone or clay. On the bottle is says" Stone bottle B J.
Bourneroon Denly Pottery Near?????can't make it out P. &J. Arnold. London
England You have been very helpful in the past. It appears that the inscription
in this bottle has been stamped. Are you familiar with one?? Any idea of the
value?? Thanks again JLT The message is ready to be sent with the following file
or link attachments: IMG_1111 Attachment N1: IMG_1111. jpg 
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From: Eikceb610cs
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle
Date: 01/01/2006 6:33:00 PM
digger, I have a bottle that has prepared by dr. peter fahrney & sons co. Chicago, ill usa on one side and dr a piotera GOMOZO on the other it's about 12 inchs tall and has pat applied for 4 on the bottom. can you tell me what was in it and what it might be worth.
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From: TanRUt
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: cool bottle
Date: 01/01/2006 9:08:55 PM
Hi I have acquired a small clear glass bottle covered in a light tannish brown leather on the leather on the front of the bottle it says Drink Old Kentucky Home Club, O. P. S. below that it says It will keep you warm and Cure all ailments the bottle is corked and the cork is also covered in what appears a tannish silk cloth, it appears to bein very good shape and I was just wondering if you could tell me anything about this bottle and its value if any? If you need a picture I will be happy to send. Thank you Tania
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From: WILMER SCHULTZ
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Bank Exchange
Date: 01/02/2006 12:21:35 PM
I have a decorative never opened straight bourbon whiskey decanter of the Old Bank Exchange in San Francisco. Does this have any value?
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From: Govaudi Inc
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: culden bottle
Date: 01/02/2006 4:04:50 PM
Dear Sir: I found the following link on the internet searching for Culden. I too have found a squatty Culden bottle. Mine says Mustard on the bottom. and Chas Culden on the side. Any info on Culden? Thank you so much. Hilda in Denver.
My mom and I found this clear aqua bottle with the name Charles Culden New York on the bottom. The bottle is five inches tall with a wide mouth. . . a little squatie shaped. . . and is three inches in width at the bottom, with two mold marks and a bubble slash on the side.
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From: Perry Curl
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: different neck on bottle
Date: 01/02/2006 6:31:21 PM
I have a H. Clay Glover, New York, amber bottle. I have found information on your site on similar bottles, but this one has a curved neck. Do you have any information on this bottle? Also, which one of your books tells where to look for old bottles? Thanks !!!!! Teresa
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From: ABalz57
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Citrate Magnesia Bottle
Date: 01/02/2006 2:41:19 PM
Hello digger I'm Chris. I
was hike woods in Connecticut the other day and I found an old bottle. It says
(embossed) Solution at the top and in a rainbow type arch it says citrate. then
in an upside down rainbow sort of arch it says Magenesia. After that it reads
DOSE - ADULTS ONE HALF TO ONE BOTTLE AS DESIRED CHILDREN IN PROPORTION TO AGE.
It's 8 inches tall and clear with no tint. - that symbol is embossed on the
bottom of the bottle. It has a lip around where the nect starts to get smaller
and no screw top. Would you have any information on how much this may be worth
and what time period it may have come from?
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From: Hans Hug
To: JAOK20@BOTTLEBOOKS. COM
Subject: ID & Value?
Date: 01/02/2006 8:25:12 PM
Hi, I found this snappy red bottle while scuba diving in Lake Winnipesauke in N. H. last summer (amongst other cool bottles and crocks). 2 + 3/4" high. It says "Hynson Westcott Dunning" on it embossed on one side, and appears to be machine-made as the seam runs thru the lip. Obviously it still has liquid in it. I believe it is in fact a Mercurochrome bottle from about 1915. Any help with positive ID and approx. value much appreciated! Hans Hug Exeter NH PS-Your site is amazing-what a resource; I have given the address to many friends. Attachment N1: Hynson Westcott Dunning. jpg
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From: Jennifer Taylor
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Framberry Dolfi Bellows and Company
Date: 01/02/2006 9:48:45 PM
I've been trying to find info on this bottle for days and finally came across your site. Any ideas? It seems to be in it's original packaging and is unopened. Framberry Dolfi (Strasbourg France) distributed by Bellows & Company Thanks. Jennifer Attachment N1: DSCF0036. jpg Attachment N2: DSCF0037. jpg
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From: Frank Manzullo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Dr MM Fenner botrle
Date: 01/02/2006 11:30:45 PM
Have a thin brown medicine bottle with Dr. MM Fenner's Kidney & Back Ache Cure 1872-1898, Peoples Remedies, Fredonia, NY, USA , writings on it. It's in mint condition with only a slight scrape on the lip of the hole and is about 9" tall. I've had it for about 40 years and found it in a dig in a alley . Do I have a bottle of any value? Thanks Frank
DR. M. M. FENNER'S KIDNEY & BACK ACHE CURE AD CIRCA 1904
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From: Terry Calhoun
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Ann Arbor Medicine Bottles
Date: 01/03/2006 3:28:23 PM
Digger, In one of the old out-buildings of my 1870s farmhouse, I found an entire case (probably more than 200) of unused medicine bottles (designed for corks). I have looked some over closely and they all have applied tops. Basically, the case had been received but never opened and when I found it, it was falling apart. But I have saved a piece of the wooden shipping box that says on it "Wa-Hoo Remedies" with an address on Lafayette Avenue (but no city or state name, I am guessing Chicago or Detroit), which are both within reasonable distance of Ann Arbor. Two-thirds of them are clear and one-third are brown. From looking around eBay, I get the idea that even though these only have small marks on the base (I don't think they are pontil marks. ) they might be quite valuable as they are completely unusued and in remarkable condition. I know from other bottles I've found out there that whoever lived in the house at the time, which I am guessing was prior to 1900, had a local business called "Drugcraft," which, along with "Ann Arbor" appears on the labels of some of the bottles which are used and still have medications in them. (And I think I saw a big bag of old, unused corks out there, too, which would be cool of they matched the bottles. ) But I cannot find anything out about "Wa-Hoo Remedies" or "Drugcraft" of Ann Arbor on the web. I will take some images tonight and send a couple to you. (The ones I took yesterday did not have a good background and are not easy to look at. )- Terry Calhoun,
MICHIGAN OR TOLEDO CIRCA 1905
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From: ioccoc
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Bottles
Date: 01/03/2006 3:43:56 PM
Digger, I was just reading messages on your website. In the very early 70s when I was about 11 years old I would dig old bottles out of a vacant lot next to my parents house, in Daytona Beach Fl. I found some really great bottles back then, Now the city hall is on that piece of property, I can't imagine they would allow digging, even so I am sure the construction has crushed everything that was there. I am now in my mid forties and my wife likes old bottles. Do you have any idea where or how to find places to dig for old bottles in North West Georgia, I live in Atlanta now and although I have not dug up a bottle in 30+ years I tought my wife might like to find some by digging rather than always getting them of ebay. Sincerely, Curtis Iocco--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: VICTOR MASSA
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle info
Date: 01/03/2006 7:43:46 PM
I have a 10inch clear glass bottle that has the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co. around the top of it. The top has three triangle bumps on it. The numbers 324 are on one side of the bottom and 6 or 9 on the other side. There is a triangle with a 1 in the middle. I would appreciate any info you could give me about this bottle. Thank You vjm28opt Vic--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: michael rolseth
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old jim gore
Date: 01/03/2006 5:07:29 PM
I came across an old bottle of old jim gore whiskey full in good shape with the leather bag and every thing in tack. what is this worth and where do I go to sell. or appraised.
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From: Matt Textor
To: raymond Textor
Subject: Re: info about a old jar
Date: 01/03/2006 8:53:30 PM
contact me if you have found any results raymond Textor wrote: hi Digger I have a question about a jar I want to know how much a Gilberds jar would be worth with out the metal clamp on it? thank you Digger sincerely Matt Textor
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From: Williammctigers
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 01/03/2006 8:31:08 PM
Hello Digger. I found a bottle that says Dr Prices delicious flavoring extracts and I was wondering what this was. I also found 3 other bottles with no writing on them. Thank you.
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From: Orvie & Karen Jordy whome57computerconnect
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Antique Poison Bottle
Date: 01/04/2006 3:19:53 AM
Hello Digger: I believe that I have found an antique poison bottle. It's oval shaped, amber in color, with a spider web raised design. The bottle is 7 1/4" tall, 4" wide, and 1 3/4" deep. On one side, near the top, there are raised letters which say: NON-REFILLABLE. It also has a spider, with a space for labels above and below the spider (the one below is about one third the size of the one above the spider). In the spider web design, there are two branches of wheat/barley on each side of the spider. The label spaces have rounded, curvy corners and sides. On the opposite side, there are also two spaces for labels: one being near the bottom of the bottle with sharp corners and rectangular; the other has the rounded, curvy corners and sides, and is nearer the top. On the bottom of the bottle there are raised letters which say the following: T. M. REG. U. S. PAT. OFF. PAT. PENDING Do you have any idea how old this bottle might be, or how much this bottle might be worth? I'm just curious as I have no intention of selling it. My wife and I enjoy the uniqueness and appearance of it far too much to part with it. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter. Orvie B. Jordy
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From: RICKY RIGGS lori551
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Can you tell me any history or worth on this bottle?
Date: 01/04/2006 6:49:06 AM
Greetings Digger, I have what I believe to be an old liquor bottle that was given to me by my great Aunt. The family is always making fun of her for being a collector of junk. . . . I just wish for her that this time she would be right in thinking this bottle is valuable. . . Any help would be greatly appreciated. "Aunt Jean" claims the bottle to be very old?? I took it to the local antique shop in our small town, they thought I should seek advice that it could be valuable. Can you help? Attachment N1: bottle height measurement sized. jpg Attachment N2: lip chip sized. jpg Attachment N3: bottle side view sized. jpg Attachment N4: lid bubbles sized. jpg
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From: JETAIMEMARI
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle identification
Date: 01/04/2006 2:19:28 AM
Hello there! I am hoping you can help me to identify a bottle that someone gave to me. I have included pictures of it the rim and the embossing on the bottom. I would like to know anything you can tell me about it. It matches a mirror that I have with the same soldiers on it. Thank You Jean Conant Attachment N1: 100_1204. jpg Attachment N2: 100_1207. jpg Attachment N3: 100_1208. jpg
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From: RICKY RIGGS
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: More info on pics I sent I'm a beginner. .
Date: 01/04/2006 7:18:39 AM
Hi Digger, forgot lots of info, the bottle is Aqua marine in color, The lip is approx 1and half inches wide, the bottle is 12 inches in height (with the cork lid and rubberband), the bottle is 6 inches in width, the top is 3 inches in height and I believe it is pontil marked on bottom. Do the bubbles in the lid mean anything? I'm not sure I think the seam in the lid goes over the top but not positive. I can't find any writings on the bottle. Thanks again. Attachment N1: bottle lid 2. jpg Attachment N2: bottle lid 6. jpg Attachment N3: bottle measurements 2. bmp Attachment N4: bottle lid 8. jpg Attachment N5: bottle lid 4. jpg
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From: homerlowe
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Dr. Scalf's Indian River Medicine Bottles
Date: 01/04/2006 1:18:20 PM
Do you have a catalog or current information where one might buy Dr. Scalf's Indian River Medicine Bottles? Phone numbers or e-mail addresses would be helpful. Thanks Homer Burchfield 131 Timberlake Circle Jacksboro , TN
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From: SUSAN FIELDS
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Potter's Gold Panner Canadian Whiskey decanter
Date: 01/04/2006 3:56:09 PM
I googled this item and came up with and entry on an ask Digger 2002 page but could not find the actual entry the bottle is ceramic, sculpted collector’s type of a man panning gold can you tell me anything about it? Does it have any value? Thanks!
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From: Barry Schlimme
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: I think I have a rare find
Date: 01/04/2006 5:17:28 PM
This jug was made at the Thistle Pottery in Portobello Scotland by A. W. Buchan & Company. I have not been able to find anything like it anywhere. Can you give me an estimate of it's value? Thank you. Barry Schlimme
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From: robertmjr
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: I have a bottle can you tell me more about it
Date: 01/04/2006 6:23:04 PM
Hi Digger, My father just got this bottle from a friend. the bottle it's self is 181/2 inchs tall and it has a stand that comes along with it. It looks very old. . It says Hudson's Bay Company Exporters, Endinburch Scotland. It also says Fereral law forbids sale or reuse of this bottle. My dads friend's kids ripped off the labels. . There are little pieces and it says Illinois- Series W . Well here are some pics. . I don't know if they will help but it's a cool bottle. Please let us know. . Thank-you, Sincerly, Ashlei Lambert Attachment N1: MVC-001F. jpg Attachment N2: MVC-002F. jpg Attachment N3: MVC-003F. jpg Attachment N4: MVC-004F. jpg Attachment N5: MVC-005F. jpg Attachment N6: MVC-006F. jpg Attachment N7: MVC-007F. jpg Attachment N8: MVC-008F. jpg
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From: Lisa Burns ladadusadatanet
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: hi
Date: 01/04/2006 7:33:29 PM
my mom has a lejon california brandy bottle full still bicentenail bottle 1776-1976 shaped like the liberty bell. she was wondering if its worth any money
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From: Lorac4u
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 01/04/2006 4:25:08 PM
hi im looking for info on a
shell motor oil glass bottle. its 16 inches high and has a arrow pointing up the
neck to a line that says one imperial quart. the bottom(underside)says DESIGN
RBC' o or d . bottom front side says garranteed delivery. the lid is vented and
made of wood with a cork center(like a wine bottle cork) any info or site to
find out more would be greatly apprecited. . . thank you in advanced. . . gord
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From: Michael & Paula Frease mpfrease
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 01/04/2006 10:07:08 PM
Yesterday I found a blue bottle in an old dump in the Colorado mountains. It is round, 6 inches in height, lipped and has KEASBEY & MATTISON Co, Ambler, PA written all around the bottle 4 inches above the base of the bottle. The bottle is a medium blue, not light in color or cobalt. Do you know anything about a bottle of this type? Thank you very much! Paula Frease--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: TSkidmore agentremplastikpants
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: E. G. Booz's Old Cabin Whiskey Bottle
Date: 01/04/2006 10:13:48 PM
Hi, I just listed on ebay one of E. G. Booz's bottles. I found your site thru Google while doing some research. Thanks for all the info you have posted. I believe I have an original as per the notes you've collected. Any ideas what it's worth? Thanks for your time and efforts. Here's a link to my auction so you can see pictures. // travis http://cgi. ebay/ws/eBayISAPI. dll? ViewItem&item=6242121218&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&rd=1--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: TCntrygal
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old log cabin whiskey bottle
Date: 01/04/2006 5:44:51 PM
Below is an e-mail you received from another bottle collector. I have the same bottle except my bottle still has some of the label on the front and back. . . The back label reads Distillery and bonded warehouses of distillers corporation limited Montreal Canada and then it goes on and says a little about the history of the whiskey and at the bottom of the label it says caution and tells you about the bottle. And going across the back label in big green letters it reads WHEN EMPTY BREAK BOTTLE TO PREVENT REFILLING I would like to know if you think I have the bottle from 1927 or 1979 and could you please tell me what it may be worth. . . Thank You, Jason I have a clear whiskey bottle that I would like information including value if possible. It is 7&5/8 inches tall with side seams running all the way to the top. It is embossed on both sides and front and back. On the front it is embossed with a log cabin and the words "old log cabin bourbon whiskey and a square that measures 3 inches by 2&1/2 inches that appears once had a label. On the back is a log cabin and tree and a square that measures 3&1/4 inches by 4 inches. This square contains the words bourbon whiskey. On both sides there is a tree that runs from the bottom of the bottle to the beginning of the neck. On the bottom there is either a six on nine and a triangle that contains what appears to be a "c". There is a scratch on the bottom and otherwise excellent shape. I have no top for the bottle. I have seen one other like it several years ago at a museum in Nebraska but was unable to inquire about in. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Danny Attachment N1: Untitled. jpg Attachment N2: Untitled. jpg
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From: curtis snider
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 01/05/2006 12:35:45 AM
Hi dig,another question here. I purchased some motor oil bottles recently at auction. 8 of them in a carrier. The steel tops are authentic for sure but the bottles do not seem to be right. All the markings and the physical size are correct. The state certification marks are even correct. Here is the problem. First there is virtually no wear on them. No rack wear and no chips on the mouths. Strange. But the real problem is the marks on the bottom. They were made at the Owens Ill glass plant in Alton Ill where I happen to live. They have the O I mark. The number to the left on every bottle is 7,meaning Alton. However the date marks,to the right are spooky. I have 8,0. 3,4,9 and 7. What was the last year they made glass oil bottles? As you can see the date numbers do not seem to be right for the newer OI mark and the supposed dates of the bottles. Did OI ever make reproductions? Any help would be appreciated.
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From: Rob Amos rsamosiprimus. au
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: More info from Warrnambool Australia
Date: 01/05/2006 5:57:29 AM
Hi again, Sorry more info regarding previous email. The bottle is approx 8" high and 3" wide at its widest point. Is it worth anything do you think / I can send another photo of the mouth of bottle and glass stopper if you would like. Cheers Mate !!
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From: Rob Amos rsamosiprimus. au
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old bottle from Australia
Date: 01/05/2006 5:51:49 AM
Hi, Hope you can help me a little here although there isn't much to go on. This bottle has no markings as in manufacturers mark etc. It has like a mother of pearl effect which perhaps been painted on as it is deteriorating. I found this bottle about 6' underground and was in tact with stopper and all I have attached a couple of photos. One is the pit where I found it and one is of bottle and stopper ok Thanks for your time Regards Rob Attachment N1: PIC_0011. jpg Attachment N2: PIC_0006. jpg
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From: Diana McCafferty dmccaffertytelseyandpuma
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 01/05/2006 10:03:47 AM
I am trying to locate milk bottles from Jersey Queen Dairy in Phil, PA, 1920-1960's. Any ideas?
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From: Yvonne S Landers
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: coke bottle
Date: 01/05/2006 12:05:39 PM
Dear Digger, My husband works construction or earth moving as he calls it. While working before Christmas on a job site in Greenville Sc he dug up a bottle. It has center circular script on it with verner springs water co greenville sc registered. at the neck it has coca cola trademark. It states at the bottom min conts 6 fl. oz. this bottle not to be sold and must be returned. On the heel is has 37 lcw 2 on it. It is a thin and long bottle (picture attached). It is aqua in color. Can you tell me how much this bottle is worth? Thanks. Yvonne Yvonne S. Landers
I found one listing for Verner Springs in Greenville for 1922.
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From: holly negrete onewolf1
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: older beer or soda pop bottle
Date: 12/25/2005 2:12:00 PM
My husband found a clear bottle that says One Tall with a picture of a tall man in a suit with a top hat and holding a long cane. We dont know if it's a beer or a soda bottle, but it looks like a pop bottle. On the bottom it says Reg. u. s. pat. off Contents 7. 5 flu. ozs. on very bottom of the bottle it says Omaha, Neb 30 E. Can you tell us anything about this bottle, year, company who made this, value. We have asked two pop companies if they have ever heard of this bottle and neither have. one of them have been doing pop business for over 40 years. Thank you . holly negrete onewolf1
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From: Steven Hall shall002twcny
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Tax Stamp New York State
Date: 01/05/2006 2:17:42 PM
Would you please tell me when New York State stopped using Tax Stamps on Whiskey Bottles. Thank you for your time and consideration. Steven
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From: djh1 djh1zoominternet
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old bottle
Date: 01/05/2006 2:29:00 PM
I found and old bottle in woods and was wondering if you had info on it. sheehan's canada malt whiskey utica ny 8 inches tall and it has fancysh emblem in center Thank You Don
Company was in business in 1915. other than that not much. Digger
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From: NORM WHITEMAN normlu68
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: service station oil bottle
Date: 01/05/2006 2:46:27 PM
Dear Sir, I have a Presto Supreme Mason, regular mouth opening quart jar. It was used in garages in the early 20"s and 30"s. It has a funnel lid that says The Masters Mfg. Co. Utchfield Illinois Patd. Sept. 14, 1926 with a cork gasket. It is in excellent condition. Can you tell me what is is worth. It is not for sale it was my Grandfather's. There is a small symbol on the bottom of the jar with the numbers 17, 14, and 7. The 14 being located below the symbol. Norm Whiteman, Business Representative Sheet Metal Workers' Intl. Assoc. Local Union 68
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From: JhnTread
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 01/05/2006 2:06:44 PM
I have a rear find I think. It is a clear glass elephant Jar. It is about 4 to 41/2 Inches in size. The lid goes on the bottom. One side of the elephant says Jumbo and the other side says peanut butter. Please if you have any info on this jar let know Sincerely, John
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From: Carolfaulk8
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle Value
Date: 01/05/2006 2:26:27 PM
Recently I discovered an empty glass bottle marked as follows: Groves Tasteless Chill Tonic Prepared by Paris Medicine Co. St. Louis. The bottle is aqua in color and in excellent condition. I am trying to find out if the bottle is worth anything. Can you assist? Thanks
Ad Circa 1900
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From: Ray Emery
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 01/05/2006 8:21:15 PM
Hi Digger I have a bottle of Schenley O. F. C. was bottled in 1973 aged 8 years unopened is it too old to drink or is it worth too much to open?
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From: TX4896
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 01/05/2006 4:46:27 PM
Digger, I have found a bottle in a creek wall ,it is clear in color, with the marking of "ONE GALLON" on it, it has a rounded top & handle. It has the anchor hocking symbol. There ia a numbers "817". I have researched the internet & have not found any bottles like this. It could be possibly a cider or vinegar bottle. I would appreciate any information on this bottle and if it has any value. Tina Steele Oenaville TX
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From: bonita petersen
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: please help
Date: 01/05/2006 11:11:28 PM
hi we found a big chief bottle bottle patd. dec29 1928, has what looks like a diamond with circle around it #20 on left and 48 on right side no numbers on top of bottom. has raised indian head on front and back. any ideas???
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From: FJOQ
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: clay bottle from ships rations?
Date: 01/05/2006 7:04:16 PM
I was wondering if you'd seen anything like these? Thanks, Frank Querzoli Attachment N1: clay1a. jpg Attachment N2: clay1%20lable. jpg Attachment N3: clay1%20lable2. jpg
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From: tracey galvin smurfy111xtra. co. nz
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: torpedo marble bottle
Date: 01/06/2006 3:47:16 AM
Hi Digger. My Uncle dug up a torpedo bottle approx 20 years ago in Wellington NZ. It still has the marble inside. It is clear, but a bit cloudy as it had been in salt water. Marked on it is 'Codds Patent 4 London SE'. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks. Tracey.
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From: Dianne yee_haa_
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle found in ocean
Date: 01/06/2006 5:30:57 AM
Hello, My brother found a bottle in a dragnet, in the middle of the ocean. it is made from clay, it is brown in colour with coral formed on it, it is round in shape and has the same top as the bottles made when king george was around. the writing isnt printed, but is engraved, on the top it has josiah russell engraved and at the bottom it has a stamp engraved which says bourne 2 henry. we would apperciate if you could reply as to the history of the bottle and the value. Thank you for your time, Dianne
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From: Marco Ciroi tardistele2. it
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: from Marco- Italy
Date: 01/06/2006 9:41:43 AM
Hi, my name is Marco. I live in Italy. I have here two bottles of "Overholt 1810" Rye Whiskey (see on bottom). Can you please let me know date of production of these bottles? This is really a fantastic rye! Thanks! Ciao, Marco Ciroi
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From: Arlene Schulz
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Hi Digger, here's a bottle mystery for you from Wellesley Massachusetts
Date: 01/06/2006 12:12:48 PM
Hello Digger, I've been looking around online for someone that I can ask about these glass bottles(!?). They were in a collection with some old UK Codd bottles. They are aqua green, with small bubbles in the glass. They don't have any sharp edges at all. The smaller one has a deep pontil on the bottom and the bigger one seems to have a seam across the bottom. The bigger one is 6. 5" high with a 4" diameter. The small one is 4. 25" high with a 4" diameter. Please let me know anything, I haven't a clue. Many thanks! Arlene Schulz
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From: lori nickel foodielori
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Pyrox Insecticide
Date: 01/06/2006 3:56:00 PM
I recently received one of these ceramic jugs and did a search and your questions to Digger came up. Did you find out any info on this company and/or can you give me any place to get the info. from? Thank you so much. Lori Nickel lori nickel foodielori EarthLink Revolves Around You.
It was an insecticide advertised 1907-1918 for use around the farm and garden. It was used in garden and on fruit trees.
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From: Robert Statler statlerzone
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re; Old Glass Alhambra National Water Bottle
Date: 01/06/2006 5:56:00 PM
Hi, I have found on old glass 1/2 gallon Alhambra National Water bottle. Do they still use glass bottles for the water? If not, when did they stop using glass? Thanks, Carolyn
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From: The Burtons burtons31981
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: The Grenadiers collection
Date: 01/06/2006 6:45:43 PM
A friend of mine has a collection of bottles from the Grenadier Spirits Co. ranging from May 1969-April 1970. The first 6 are of Napoleon and His Imperial General Staff: Napoleon, Lassal, Ney, Eugene, Lannes, and Murat. The next 6 are Early American Colonials: 2nd Maryland 1777, Continental Marines 1779, Baylor's 3rd Continental 1778, 3rd New York 1775, 1st Pennsylvania 1775, and 18th Continental 1778. This is a complete set for one year. Could you please give me an idea of this collection's worth and where I may be able to sell it for him? Thank you, Buck burtons31981
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From: Tykitty420
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Just a question. . . . .
Date: 01/06/2006 1:56:38 PM
I have an old bottle of Pinch whisky and was wondering how much it was worth. It is Pinch, twelve years old, 86 proof, old blended scotch whisky. It is a product of Scotland and has 375 ml. Thank you for your time.
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From: Sam
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Richard Hudnut
Date: 01/07/2006 3:17:28 AM
The bottle I have is approximately 5 inches tall embossed with a fleur-de-lis below which is embossed "Richard Hudnut New York; beneath the New York are three fleur-de-lis. It's beginning to turn lavender. Can you tell me the approximate production date? Thank you. Sue Chapman
Richard Hudnut took over his father's store in 1889 in New York City. In 1894 he was pushing obesity pills. By the end of the 1890s he had found his niche and was advertising thriteen different fragrances of perfume.
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From: Leo W. Barter JR
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Coke Bottle
Date: 01/07/2006 5:17:27 AM
Hi There bottle digger, I was wondering if you would have any info and how much on this Coca - Cola bottle from Mass and looks like it has an elk on it could you help could you e-mail me at leojr71 This is the 3 time I e-mailed you and no response, please e-mail me thanks for your time I know your busy, Leo Barter Jr Attachment N1: coke5. jpg Attachment N2: Nov05_12. jpg
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From: Richard & Lorraine Gilmore
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Masons Beer Extracts Crock
Date: 01/07/2006 10:41:53 AM
Could you please tell me
the age, history and value of the crock pictured below? It is beige in color
with smooth finish It is 9" wide handle to handle 12" high bottom to top pull
Wood spout w/cork Excellent condition no chips, cracks, and spout in excellent
condition, Bottom of crock says Made in England Writing on front is: Mason's
Beer Extracts Butler Breed & Co. Boston Mass Turn water into Delightful
Non-Intoxicating Beer See picture below, Thanks, Lorraine P1010013. jpg
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From: JC
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Olympia and Schlitz quart beer bottles
Date: 01/03/2006 6:22:32 PM
Hi Digger, I have an old Olympia qt. beer bottle 4602-C8 copyright 1933 do you know if it is worth anything? I also have a qt Schlitz bottle with beer in it with 30 on the bottom and has guest bottle on the label. A bottle with monarch wine co. and manischevitz Brooklyn NY. and 5 numbers, it is a decanter bottle clear. I also have 2 full bottles of hires root beer 7802-c patient 9983. and a Mcgill Canadian whiskey bottle blue with KYORD 230. Do you have any idea if these are worth anything? Thank you for your help, Jana--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: kurt
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: ELVIS beam collection
Date: 01/07/2006 2:36:53 PM
Hello My name is kurt and I live in Iowa. My mom and dad have the complete Elvis beam bottle collection. When the first gold one came out I remember they had a drawing at the liquor store for who wanted to buy it my dad got he drawing and after that bought every one after the big ones and the little ones still in boxes. Are these things worth anything these days? Just wondering. Let me know thanks kurt
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From: Rhonda Thompaon
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 01/07/2006 6:41:11 PM
I have a Nov 15 1915 coke bottle in great shape. Could you tell me how much it is worth. On the bottom it tells me it was made in Atlanta Ga Rhonda
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From: carolina larrain
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: About my round bottom bottle
Date: 01/07/2006 8:09:00 PM
Digger, I wonder if you can help me to find out how old and where from is this bottle my mother gave me some years ago. It has no logos or brands at all, but towards the bottom has this symbol which looks like an "S" or so. Its color is clear, lightly green, and it is 9,5 inches (including 1 inch of the crown top). At the bottom has a number, 1334. That is all I have, so here you are some photos. Thank you and great site! Carolina Attachment N1: bottle. jpg Attachment N2: Detail_1. jpg Attachment N3: Detail_2. jpg
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From: Cathy Garlesky
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Clear glass bottle with ceramic stopper
Date: 01/07/2006 9:06:48 PM
Hi, I just visited the website and had to ask if you could help me identify this bottle, maker and age. It is 9 inches tall and 2. 5 inches in diameter. It is clear glass and had REGISTERED across the middle and 14 FL. OZ. at the bottom. It has a rusted bail and a ceramic stopper. Also, can you give me an approximate value? Thanks, Cathy
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From: Cathy Garlesky
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Clear glass bottle with ceramic stopper
Date: 01/07/2006 9:13:59 PM
Hi, I just visited the
website and had to ask if you could help me identify this bottle, maker and age.
It is 9 inches tall and 2. 5 inches in diameter. It is clear glass and had
REGISTERED across the middle and 14 FL. OZ. at the bottom. It has a rusted bail
and a ceramic stopper. Also, can you give me an approximate value? Thanks, Cathy
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From: Klr10368
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Sicilian Gold Eva Sud Pieta
Date: 01/07/2006 5:42:34 PM
Dear Digger: I have a Pieta of Mary and Jesus that is Sicilian Gold. Could you tell me if this is worth any anything. The decanter is empty. Thanks for your assistance. Regards, Lynn Manske
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From: Robert Cain
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Geo. H. Weyer, Inc
Date: 01/08/2006 12:36:50 AM
You had a question about Geo. H. Weyer, Inc. . worked for the company from 1969 to 1979. They were still in business until 1982. They are no longer in business. Their manufacturing was handled under the name Affiliated Laboratories, They also manufactured Three Roses beauty products. I believe they sold the brand names and formulas in the late 70's. All of there graphics were very art deco. The company was in business for over one hundred years.
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From: anita Derenick a. .
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: found bottles
Date: 01/08/2006 7:06:50 AM
Digger; My husband is a heavy equipment operator, with the unique ability to "feel" objects before they are uncovered. In the past 4 years he has "found" many bottles that are unique in color, size or volume, many are not marked at all, nothing on the bottom, tops or sides. Some appear to be apothocary bottles, how do we determine the age and purpose of these items? They are conversation pieces and we have no intent of selling, but incidental collectors are we. Any resource or information you can give will be appreciated. (I couldn't determine which of your books would help. ) Mrs. E. A. Derenick Signal Mountain TN
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From: POLLYPCAT
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Antique spiritus Frumenti
Date: 01/08/2006 7:37:32 AM
Hi Digger. I have a question about a bottle of antique spiritus frumenti 100 proof from the spring of 1915. Is this bottle worth anything? We have had it for a long time and I was just wondering. The label on the front is almost all rubbed off but you can still read what it says. At the bottom of the bottle it has a tag that says aged in wood and on the back the label still looks pretty good accepts for a small piece of the left corner is missing. This label is still completely readable. Thank you for your time. .
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From: James Hayward
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 01/08/2006 9:32:24 PM
We have a bottle with "Codd's Patent 4 Makers Rylands & Codd Barnsley" on one side, and, on the other side of the bottle a big star with the number "No 1" in it. It is green, we think teal green. It has an applied top, we think sloped shoulder. Can you give us any information about this bottle, and maybe appraise it? We would be very grateful for any help. James Hayward and Mike York
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From: Moonwolf767
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: OLD DEWARS BOTTLE QUESTION
Date: 01/08/2006 5:59:46 PM
Hello, Thank you for taking your time, I just came accross an old dewars bottle that has a raised globe on the inside bottom of the bottle that has a swinging dancing scotish lady inside. The bottom of the bottle has a turn key music box. and it plays music while the lass dances. Any inforamtion on age? value? rarity? Would be GREATLY APPRECIATED! I can email photos if you would like. Thank you again for your time, Tim Balawender Sr. _moonwolf767_ (mail
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From: michaellspear
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Louis XIII Serial Numbers
Date: 01/09/2006 8:54:25 AM
Hi Digger, Can you tell me where I can find the serial numbers by dates for Louis XIII Cognac? Thanks Mike--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: heather safrit
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Blue Bell of Scotland
Date: 01/09/2006 9:04:28 AM
Digger, I acquired a Spey Royal Decanter from my great grandfather. It is approximately 16" tall with a wind-up Scottish dancer, which still works, in the bottom. The bottle is full with the labels and seals in great condition. Glen Spey Ltd, Clermout Ky, 12 yr. 86 proof 4/5 Quart title Blue Bell of Scotland. Can you tell me the value? Many thanks, Heather
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From: Gary Ganzer bul2000
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Haig & Haig
Date: 01/09/2006 11:08:08 AM
Hi , I have an unopened bottle in the original box of Haig & Haig from I think 1955 or older , it has been in my grandmothers closet since that approximate time , what is the value of this bottle of liquor in the original box . thanks Gary --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: Amy Bryant amy.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old green bottle
Date: 01/09/2006 12:09:00 PM
Digger, Hi, I have an old clear green color glass - jug/bottle. It is 10 3/4" tall, 18 1/2" around, the top gets very slender- about 3" & the top is 1 1/2" across. It has an aluminum metal cap that is fastened together (2 pieces) for pouring with out having to take the top off. It holds 1/2 gallon. It is smooth glass with 5 indented lines going down the length of the bottle/jug. 'Duraglas' is written near the bottom of the front & back. It has DES PAT. 92828 across the bottom, under that is an oval with a diamond shape over it & surrounding this mark is 7 to the left, 5 to the right & either an s or 5 on the top. I'd really appreciate any information that you can give me and especially if it is worth anything. Thanks! Amy Bryant Frisco, Texas--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: Michelle Slaughter -consultants
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle books question
Date: 01/09/2006 5:07:46 PM
Hello, I am a historic archaeologist and am interested in possibly ordering some of your books as reference materials for my work. I am wondering if dates are included in the books. The fact that you have so many photos in your books is FANTASTIC for someone like myself, but dates are the key since old bottles can be great diagnostic artifacts at historic sites. Thanks!-Michelle Michelle Slaughter Archaeologist RMC Consultants, Inc.
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From: TSkidmore
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: E. G. Booz's Old Cabin Whiskey Bottle
Date: 01/09/2006 5:24:50 PM
Thanks for your help! On Jan 9, 2006, at 5:04 PM, Digger wrote: If so at least $700 and probably more. Clevenger repros can be hard to distinguish. Please visit my web site at http://www.bottlebooks.com Digger
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From: "TSkidmore"
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Wednesday, January 04, 2006 10:13 PM
Subject: E. G. Booz's Old Cabin Whiskey Bottle Hi, I just listed on ebay one of E. G. Booz's bottles. I found your site thru Google while doing some research. Thanks for all the info you have posted. I believe I have an original as per the notes you've collected. Any ideas what it's worth? Thanks for your time and efforts. Here's a link to my auction so you can see pictures. // travis http://cgi. ebay/ws/eBayISAPI. dll? ViewItem&item=6242121218&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&rd=1
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From: Mary Lee Fletcher
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Quaker
Date: 01/09/2006 6:19:20 PM
Hi My neice bought a house recently in New Albany Indiana. In the basement she found several Old Quaker Bourbon pint bottles. They look pretty old. She is trying to find out if they are worth anything but doesn't know where to take them. They have an Indiana tax stamp on them. Do you know where she could have them looked at? Thank you Mary Fletcher Mary Lee Fletcher fletcherml EarthLink Revolves Around You.
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From: dragonlady
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: helping a friend with an old bottle
Date: 01/09/2006 6:53:47 PM
Hello jaok20, My name is tonya and I am trying to help an older friend that doesnt know anything about computers find out something about this bottle he has and I thought maybe you could help or send us in the right direction. my friend believes that he has found and epsom salt bottle from the 1880's or in that era. he says it has a dial on the top to tell you when your next dosage is , it is blue and square, and there is also a thing inside to measure the proper dosage. that is all I can remember for now . if you think you know what we can do I would so much appreciate it. I know nothing about stuff like this and he knows nothing about computers like I said . so if you cant help us thank you anyway for your time , and sorry to have bothered you . sincerely, tonya
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From: Farrarrentals1
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: AAA ROOT BEER
Date: 01/09/2006 2:52:30 PM
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From: r. crews665
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: A S Hinds Co bottle
Date: 01/09/2006 8:40:27 PM
I found this bottle while working in Downtown Charleston, SC and was wondering if you could tell me any information on it. The bottle is clear in color, 4" tall, would have at one time had a screw on cap, it has "Hinds honey and almond Cream as the title on one side then under that it has A S Hinds Co Bloomfeild N. J. U. S. A. , and on the bottem of the bottle it has A S Hinds Co IC4-1A H 19. Also while I was working down there I've found other bottles but they have no markings, so how do find out information on those? Please e-mail me back, if possible. Thank you for any help or imformation. R. CREWS
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From: Rhonda Hidy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 01/09/2006 9:25:51 PM
quaker rootbeer bottle 001 quaker rootbeer bottle 002 quaker rootbeer bottle 003 quaker rootbeer bottle 004 quaker rootbeer bottle 005 quaker rootbeer bottle 007 quaker rootbeer bottle 009 Hello- I was wondering if you could tell me how much this bottle is worth. It's an 1866 Quaker Root Beer bottle. The label is a little worn , but very ledgable. It has a cork top. It was made in South Bend Indiana Hi Hat Beverage Co. The telephone # on the bottle is 34777. Please let me know if you need more info. Thank you for your time - Rhonda Hidy
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From: HarpoZoo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Odd bottle?
Date: 01/09/2006 5:49:20 PM
Hi Digger, I have found your site extremely useful, and tried very hard to solve my own questions. I cannot find this bottle anywhere on your site or elsewhere. I'd be happy to let you use it as an example, but would love some information about it. Anything and everything about it, age, rarity, history, price. All clear glass, thick, looking through it, anything behind it is warped. Bottom has molded diamond shaped or flame looking impressions on both sides. There are molded seams on both the front and back, that run all the way up to the spout. The handle appears applied when piece was hot, and not afterwards. The bottle ranges between 9-1/2 inches high ( lower spout, to 10-1/2 inches at front of spout. The handle is 1-1/2 wide from bottle. Everything is smooth, no rough edges. Bottom is 4" in Diam top is 3/4" in diam ( inside spout) Spout has a molded lip for pouring. There's slight dried fluids at the bottom inside edges, but could easily be removed. The bottom of the bottle has the federal warning " Federal Law Forbids sale or re-use of this bottle" Numbers inside circle read: L 9517 D-126 58 84 circled I Thanks for the help Barbara
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From: Michelle Slaughter -
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: RE: bottle books question
Date: 01/10/2006 10:41:48 AM
Thanks so much for the information! -Michelle-----Original Message-----
From: Digger [mail
To:jaok20@bottlebooks. com] Sent: Monday, January 09, 2006 6:21 PM
To: Michelle Slaughter
Subject: Re: bottle books question Michelle, the best books for that kind of research are 1) Pontil Medicine Encyclopedia - referenced by thousands of newspaper, directory and other advertising tied to date ranges between 1790-1865. 2) Indian bottle and Brands. . contains historical background on hundreds of companies the related products. Please visit my web site at http://www.bottlebooks.com Digger----- Original Message -----
From: Michelle Slaughter: -
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Monday, January 09, 2006 5:07 PM
Subject: bottle books question Hello, I am a historic archaeologist and am interested in possibly ordering some of your books as reference materials for my work. I am wondering if dates are included in the books. The fact that you have so many photos in your books is FANTASTIC for someone like myself, but dates are the key since old bottles can be great diagnostic artifacts at historic sites. Thanks! -Michelle Michelle Slaughter Archaeologist RMC Consultants, Inc.
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From: Martin Cordery martin07
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old coke bottle
Date: 01/10/2006 4:23:20 PM
hi digger, I found a coca cola bottle lt blue in color double glass with this raised letter pensacola fla on the botton and raised lettering that wraps completely around the bottled " Coca Cola trade mark registered , bottle pat Q dec 25 1923 min contents 6-fl ozs "I was wondering if you can tell me anything on this and what it might be worth I found it on my job site in Valpariso Fl. thank you andrea
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From: Doares, Robert RDoarescwf
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Haviland Drug Companies
Date: 01/10/2006 4:31:41 PM
Hi, Do you happen to have any medicine bottles from any of the Haviland Drug Companies of Charleston, Mobile , or Augusta? You had an inquiry in May 2002 from a man named Bill Baab, who collected Augusta bottles and owned a Haviland piece. Can you give me contact info for him? It's probably too long ago, but if you can help me, thanks. Bob Doares Williamsburg, VA
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From: Marland&Lois
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: FLASK QUESTION
Date: 01/10/2006 6:38:34 PM
I have an older friend (82) who has a clear glass flask made by Philadephia Glass Works. On one side is embossed the bust of George Washington. On the other is a federal eagle. Below the eagle are the large letters T-W-D. Any idea what the letters TWD refer to, and/or how old this piece is? Thanks very much. My friend is in a care home, and has Alzheimers and Parkinson's Disease. Marland Howard Vancouver, WA
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From: McRAMBO
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 2nd time around
Date: 01/10/2006 7:15:56 PM
Hey digger, I sent you a question about a year and a half ago about a bottle I found within a wall of a house I bought. it was well preserved. it is made of stone with a brownish glaze. on the bottom its like a sand color. its 9 inches tall. its heavy for its size. its stamped with the letters J LAKE impressed like it was branded. I have been researching this for about 2 years now and the only time I came close was when I saw a blue j lake bottle on ebay. IM from the Albany new York area and I have been to the ballston spa bottle meuseum as well as the schaticoke antique show which is quite large. since then I have been to so many places im starting to lose it, especially when I was pulling down the old barn in the back yard and out popped allot more well preserved bottles and yet another j Lake bottle the same. the others are a michlers herb bitters amber bottle and a old london dock gin bottle (olive) no. 19. I also have a thick black glass bottle that looks like a cross between a beer bottle and a miniature wine bottle. it has the seam around the neck and one running down the side from the neck. im not new to collecting antiques and I was upset when the barn was being pulled over only to find a bunch of black glass splintering apart upon impact. I managed to salvage the ones I have now. all of these bottles were preserved inside of hand hewn studded walls. The mishlers herb bitters bottle as well as one of the j lake bottles looks like it was made just yesterday. they sparkle. I have no clue about J LAKE and I have punched in everything I could possibly arrange in words to get info online but once again ZILCH. could you guide me in any direction to a stonware j lake bottle. thanx Mark- new york
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From: Christine Hones thones
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: New Jersey Bottling Company
Date: 01/11/2006 12:44:24 AM
Hi, My brother dug up a very thick clear glass bottle that has "NEW JERSEY BOTTLING CO. 524 LIBERTY ST. CAMDEN, N. J. 8 FLUID OZ. THIS BOTTLE NOT TO BE SOLD REGISTERED" It is 8 1/2 inches tall and the bottle is beveled all around. There are seams on each side that run from top lip to bottom and then there is a seam that circles bottom of bottle. The bottom is very thick and is indented. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Tina Hones
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From: jhgibson jhgibson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Gin Decanter
Date: 01/11/2006 1:30:33 AM
I have a gin decanter that looks like a safari man. When you take his hat off is where you pour the liquor out. The bottom has a number stamped on it and the word Alberta. I would appreciate it if you could tell me if is of any value. Thanks in advance. My name is Joan and my e-mail address is jhgibson Attachment N1: wednesdayheader. gif Attachment N2: wednesdayfooter. gif Attachment N3: flowerbg. gif
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From: Sheri V budskeepr
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Bottle Question
Date: 01/11/2006 7:26:26 AM
Help! I've been trying to get information on an old bottle I bought in an auction while living in Englnd. The bottle is green, square and has a swastika symbol embedded on the bottle. I have no idea how old the bottle is or why there is a swastika embedded in the bottom of the bottle. can you provide information on this or point me in the right direction to find the answer? thanks
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From: Thsxgr
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: contents
Date: 01/11/2006 4:27:40 AM
I have acquired an old refillable type medicine bottle that was buried under three feet of dirt in a cellar. It still has a cork stopper in it and is still mostly full of a clear liquid. My question is; how do I go about finding out the nature of its contents, without having somebody confiscate it from me? I think it may contain laudualum. Thank-you for any response.
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From: Mike Kuhnert mkuhnerttfs. tamu
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BRown bottle
Date: 01/11/2006 10:40:18 AM
I am a wild land fire fighter. The other day when I was putting in a fire line I push up a Brown jug. It is about 10 inches tall, and has " This Is It engraved in it. It still hase part of the cork in it. I found it in East texas. What can you tall me about it. Mike Kuhnert Texas Forest Service Mkuhnerttfs. tamu Attachment N1: 02. jpg
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From: RLANTEQS
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: John Wayne Bourbon Whiskey
Date: 01/11/2006 5:47:06 AM
Hi I have a John Wayne Kentucky Straight Boubon Whiskey Bust has bottle. I think it dates 1970s Could you give me any info on this item . . . info price anything. Thank you in advance. Tina Fishel Red Lion Antique Center--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: clayton eastwood clayeastawesomenet
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: whisky bottle
Date: 01/11/2006 12:13:05 PM
digger,found whisky bottle 101/4 tall,has walkers kilmarnock whisky on bottom and 2332 and a x ,can you tell me anything about it,is it worth anything?thanks
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From: davitanb.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 01/11/2006 2:30:22 PM
i have a terris ginger beeer bottle and was wondering about the value of the bottle. p. s hope to hear from you soon.
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From: SLAMIEZZZZ
To: SLAMIEZZZZ
Subject: long time no questions. . haha
Date: 01/11/2006 12:23:23 PM
Hey whats up guy. . 2 questions this green bottle has no embossing but I think its a sort of ale, it was at the bottom of the big pit we dug, its a iron pontil its thick and crude, what date do you think it might be?i was thinkin 50s?. . second question I was lookin through some stuff I didnt clean yet & came across this (milk bottle looking thing) I remember reading that milk bottles statred production in 1878 or some where around there , could this be a old old milk bottle? or mabey a beaker of some sort?it has the shape of a milk bottle kinda, its crude kinda cool looking. Thanks Rick* Attachment N1: green%20porter. jpg Attachment N2: milk%20bottle. jpg Attachment N3: milk%20bottle%202. jpg Attachment N4: milk%20bottle%203. jpg
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From: MARIA BERNAL mbernal2
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: found two liquor bottles and would like to find out if they have a value
Date: 01/11/2006 7:58:12 PM
· description of the embossing (if any) · size, especially the height · mouth of the bottle, type of lip, whether the mold seam stops or goes over the top of the lip. The style and shape of the mouth is very important to telling both the age and the type of bottle. · base of the bottle (smooth, embossing, pontil marked ) rectangular, embossing with D-8 56 53 round embossing with D8 56-53 · shape of the bottle (round, rectangular, square) rectangular, has a cap with a man's face on it - one pint round -4/5 quart · does it have a label, embossed design, unusual shape no label, · color: clear, aqua, amber, cobalt, emerald green, etc. . . clear brown on both · condition, i. e. is it damaged, or stained No · tell me what you would like to know about the bottle, age, rarity, value or history I would like to know all of the above Thank you in advance for your helpt.
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From: Aloves305
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Crown royal
Date: 01/11/2006 5:27:44 PM
Whats a bottle of 1965 Crown royal worth today?
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From: Susan665
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 01/11/2006 9:55:40 PM
I have two bottles, one is opened the other still sealed with liquid inside. They are aqua in color the sealed one seems to have clear liquid inside. There are no logos or markings on the bottle except on bottom it seems to read 9 u or o below that maybe a 1 below that nt. The top has a round hole with what looks like a clear marble sealing the bottle just below the open top. There is a white rubber seal holding the marble to the top. Below the top are two round circle indentions. Directly below each indention is a sorta rectacle indention opposite the circles. Just wondered if you might know where these came from and what's inside the sealed one. Please let me know if you can help. Thank you!! Susan Wagner Susan665
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From: Cindy Leedham chicoboot
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: FOUND OLD SODA BOTTLE?
Date: 01/11/2006 6:36:41 PM
Hi. I have found a old bottle in the Ottawa River, PEMBROKE , ONTARIO; CANADA. We are trying to find the history of this beautiful bottle. This bottle is 7 inches long, 2 to 3 inches in length for the neck, and has a very light blue and green colour with lots of bubbles inside the glass. The name of the bottle says: DE LEON FLORIDA WATER. This bottle is in mint shape. We would to know information on the year and value of the bottle. Thank you cindy and george Fr: PEMBROKE, ONTARIO CANADA
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From: Hanson Audrey uqtlclabritinsurance
To: webmasterbottlebooks
Subject:
Date: 01/12/2006 3:43:46 AM
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From: Dave Fooks ddfookstelus
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Heinz 80 bottle
Date: 01/12/2006 8:59:26 AM
Hi Digger, I have a 8 sided light purple Heinz 80 bottle - 5 1/2" tall x 2 3/4" wide - and can't find reference to what might have come in it. . . . . ? Any idea ? Tnks Dave ddfookstelus Attachment N1: Purple heinz 8 sided main. jpg
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From: Glockner acglockrcn
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Pink Dairy Bottle Question
Date: 01/12/2006 10:15:48 AM
Hi Digger, I'm hoping you might be able to help me identify a little 1/4 pint bottle. . . I believe it may have been used for cream or other dairy, but I'm just not sure. I sell on eBay and I'm just trying to be as factual as I can with my listings, with the hope of attracting the right buyer. Here is what information I have on it, and what I have assumed it to be: Color of glass has a very light pint tint to it. Collar of the bottle is most interesting with an all-around shutter-style panel design. (Someone else I consulted used the term "gills" ?) Body appears to be 2 pc. mold, as I can see two very light seams. The 7/8" deep collar appears to be applied, with no seams. Bottle measures 4 ¼" tall x 2 1/8" outer diameter at rim and has Patent No. 207612 (as best I can decipher) embossed around the bottom. This patent number indicates it was produced about 1878-1879. Opposite the patent number is the number "49" - all read from the outside. In the center of the base is a circle with the number "2" inside, and that is read from looking inside the bottle. Along the side of the glass, at the very base, is embossed: "Registered sealed. 52. LC ¼ pint liquid. (triangle symbol with number 7 inside. )" Thank you in advance for whatever information you might be able to provide. I purchased this at a little shop in Wyoming, but there's no telling where an object originated from based solely on where it was purchased 100 years later! :o) Best regards, Anita Glockner acglock Attachment N1: Pink milk bottle 1 small. jpg
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From: Park Place john. park2
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: vase
Date: 01/12/2006 12:15:06 PM
Dear Sir, my Grandfather gave my Grandmother a black looking vase he got with a can of kc baking powder in 1928 for their first wedding anniversary. when holding it up to the sun you can barely tell it is a very dark purple. If you need a picture I can arrange it. Thank-You Debbie
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From: jack giovacchini blakjak007astound
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 1977 Chianti wine bottled by Bardi 31 inches tall
Date: 01/12/2006 4:52:03 PM
Any info would be appreciated, Thanx Attachment N1: Image1. bmp Attachment N2: Image2. Bmp Attachment N3: Image3. Bmp Attachment N4: Image4. Bmp Attachment N5: Image5. Bmp Attachment N6: Image6. Bmp Attachment N7: Image5. Bmp
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From: KJCLE811
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: erven lucas bols
Date: 01/12/2006 12:18:39 PM
i have found an unopened crème de menthe bols Amsterdam Denmark dated 1 jan 1868 in mint condition the top cover says est. 1575 also on the bottle is the name fabriek t. lootsje printed in Holland can you tell me more ? value etc thank you sincerely, Cheryl
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From: Vernon Kohlbusch
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Bottles
Date: 01/12/2006 6:01:44 PM
Digger, I was wanting to ask 2 questions, 1st is I have a old bottle of soda called "Trink" it was made in Hermann, Mo. at the time when Hermann had a bottling co. Trink is German for drink, it has never been opened, but, I have noticed over time that the old soda is starting to evaporate & wanted to know how I could stop it, if I can? 2nd question I have an old Milk of Magnesia bottle that I found, on the bottom it says Made in U. A. S. it should say U. S. A. was wanting to know if it was worth anything it's a lighter shade of blue than some of the Milk of Magnesia bottles i've seen. Thanks! Vernon
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From: BLDJAKE357
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Paul Jones Whiskey bottle
Date: 01/12/2006 1:05:36 PM
Dear Digger, I have a bottle I found while swimming in a creek some 25 years ago, it is a (I think) flask shaped, pint, brown, whiskey bottle, on the bottom it says Paul Jones 1905. can you tell me anything about htis bottle? Robert Kirk
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From: Jaci Waring jaci2130
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: coca mariani bottle
Date: 01/12/2006 6:13:00 PM
I am trying to find a price for this bottle do you have one?
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From: mark brown
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: jenny lind bottle
Date: 01/12/2006 9:36:06 PM
I cleaned out my blind friends' garage and ran across a purple bottle. It has the bust of Jenny Lind on the front and the plant drawing on the back with Fislerville Glass Works Company around it. What can you tell me about it? Thanks, Tamara
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From: william kinzalow aquilla747
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: seville bottle 14 tall
Date: 01/12/2006 9:01:28 PM
hi digger. this seville bottle is green in color, 14" tall and in good condition, what can you tell me about it thanks kinzalow p. s. I put powder on the jar son it would show up better Attachment N1: th_seville007. jpg Attachment N2: th_seville005. jpg Attachment N3: th_seville003. jpg
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From: GLORIA PEAVEY COLE
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: need appraisal please
Date: 01/13/2006 12:15:46 AM
Hi,I would like to get an appraisal on this bottle that I purchased from an estate sale in Florida . The shape is round bottom, blob top, color looks aqua, seam ends about 3 1/2 inches down from the top of lip. This bottle has strokes of designs all over it like pontil accept in brushes this way and that way I see a tiny chip on the lip of the blob top the inside of the bottle looks really cool I see what I think is calcium build up in the bottom I see some bubbles in the thick glass two big ones towards the bottom rough place on the bottom on one side of the seem I do see several tiny nicks on the outside of the bottle mostly toward the lower part of the bottle. This Bottle has writing all the way around it that says Cantrell & Cochrane Belfast & Dublin Medicated Aerated Waters. These words on the bottle are all in capital letters easy to read if not for all of the calcium or whatever is in the bottle and all of the swirley designs the letters are big and raised . Can you tell me how old this is and how much it is worth. Thanks Deborah
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From: NKALASHNIK
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: OLD BOTTLES:
Date: 01/12/2006 8:07:14 PM
Number of years ago we traveled in Tasmania and some of the boys were dredging the harbour where lots ot english tall ships use to stop with convicts from England . I bought a dozen or so bottles with rounded bottoms as well as and marbles inside to lock the bottles upside down . Were would one go to get more information on these type of bottles. . If you are interested I can email you some pictures. Also one blue bottle about 10 inches high . The bottle seems to be peeling on the inside.
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From: Suzie Reinhardt
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: PINCH BY HAIG & HAIG
Date: 01/13/2006 10:15:31 AM
My father left me his bar stocked with liquor when he passed away in 1978. One of the bottles in the bar at that time was an unopened Haig & Haig 12 year old Scotch Whiskey in a Pinch bottle. The front label has a number on it so I wondered if they numbered the bottles produced and if this shows its actual age in some way. The number is 8415509. Could you tell me how to go about selling this on the Internet or who to contact that might be interested in purchasing items like this? I really don't want to keep it any longer and I would like to make some money on it if it is valuable. Thanks for your help. I look forward to your reply. Suzie Reinhardt
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From: Tina Tina62neo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: wine bottle
Date: 01/13/2006 10:55:30 AM
Hi my husband is remodeling a house and he found several bottles in the wall. It is a pint size bottle. It is a clear bottle with a red screw on cap and the label from top to bottom has on it. The old Guild Wine Master, Bottled in ( with man in red) California, Guild ( in bold black letters), California MUSCATEL, alcohol 20% By volume, Made and bottled by Wine Growers Cuild- Lodi , California. It also has written top of bottle 57. The bottom of bottle 176-16,12A WINE. Could you tell me if these bottles have any worth. Thank you Tina Peters
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From: Matt Textor
To: digger ?????????????? jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle info
Date: 01/13/2006 2:31:08 PM
Digger, I have 2 medicine bottles that I would like to ask you about one is brown and says Kendall 's spavin cure and the other is clear and says porter's cure of pain from Cleveland Ohio. Could you tell me how much they are worth? thankyou Matt Textor
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From: MsSrSav2001
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Rossine Empoli Amber Decanters
Date: 01/13/2006 9:55:16 AM
Dear Digger, I have 2 amber decanters labeled "Genuine Rossini Empoli Glass, Handmade in Italy. " Are they valuable? If so, what is the value? Each one is approximately 18-20 inches tall and each has a glass stopper to match. Thank you in advance for your help in this. Sincerely, Shirley
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From: James Woodruff
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: soda bottle 'lingo
Date: 01/13/2006 5:11:17 PM
I was hoping you could help me. I have tried searching the internet and asking around but I can not find any information. I found an old soda bottle " Choice Lingo Flavor", bottled by Grapette bottling company, Greenville TX. Can you please tell me the year(s) in which this product was made and if it is worth anything? Thanks, T woodruff
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From: Mark McArthur
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle Question - internal screw top - British
Date: 01/13/2006 6:51:00 PM
Hello Digger :-) I have read much of what you have on the web and want to thank you for all your time and effort. I have a question regarding internal screw top bottles. Of what is the 'screw' made on an internal screw top bottle? I recently won four (4) on ebay. They are all from the little rock we call England. . . 1) Wilson's Brewery Newton Heath, Green bottle, holds 20 oz, great trademark embossing 1) A G Barr and Co Glasgow, clearish, maybe a very, very slight bluish/greenish tint, holds 25 oz 1) Rider-Wilsons Table Waters Ltd Sheffield, clear, holds 10 oz 1) Barnsley Society Limited, British Co-Operative, holds 12 oz, great trademark embossing My original intent was to clean and sanitize the bottles and screws and then use them to bottle beer made with a recipe from the late 19th century. . . I'm now wondering how to best clean the actual 'screw' and further if the material of which the screw is made is safe by today's standards. . . And finally, if the screws are not safe or able to be sanitized, where could I find some that are? Any help would be greatly appreciated. . . All the best, Mark
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From: joe campalli1dodo. au
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Enos fruit salts
Date: 01/14/2006 1:05:19 AM
I would like to know the age between the bottle that has a k on the bottom and the one that has a w on the bottom and when they were made thank you Attachment N1: BackGrnd. jpg Attachment N2: imstp_chubbi_en. gif
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From: Telenko
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: opium jar
Date: 01/14/2006 1:31:00 PM
Hi Digger, I have a clear glass w/black and gold label (OPIUM ) apothecary jar. It has a glass lid that sets on top. Also another w/ gold leaf painting on it w/cover, the same size. Can you tell me where they came from and possible value of them. They appear to be in perfect condition. There are no seems or marks on these items. Thanks, Paulette Telenko Attachment N1: P1010008. jpg
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From: Jellybeannjk
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: wheaton bottle
Date: 01/14/2006 12:37:17 PM
Hello, My sister found this bottle in some junk from an old house that was torn down a few years ago. could you tell me anything about it and why it says "not to be sold" On the front it says Millville Bottle Works 1888. on he bottom of the bottle is the W in a circle and the number 4. It has a ceramic stopper, and on it is printed USA and GEM, and another word, it looks like Ohio, but not sure. I used a magnifier but it was hard to read. the bottle also has some air bubbles in the glass. thank you for your time Norma
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From: william kinzalow
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: thatcher's dairy
Date: 01/14/2006 7:10:13 PM
hi digger my name is bill and I have a thatcher dairy milk bottle amber in color, has the picture man milking cow and absolutely pure milk above it and on the other side thatcher's dairy bottle patent 1884 one quart and on the bottom crownford china co. with a c? in a circle but no made in itlay on the bottom. is this a repo. or an older bottle. bill. p. s. has the porcelain flip top.
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From: Mll9Ja
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: prohibition era whiskey bottle
Date: 01/14/2006 4:36:59 PM
I have a prohibition era antique spiritus frumenti one pint bottle. from the Frankfort distillery, with a caution to possess without a prescription is punishable by a thousand dollar fine and up to two years in prison.
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From: Vic Voss
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 01/15/2006 12:32:07 AM
HI Digger: I found 2 cool looking bottles that I am trying to identify. I will try to include all the info I can, and I am also enclosing pictures. These bottles have a letter R near the top. The R is made to look like a guy with the legs and the semicircle of the R is the belly part of the guy. If you get a close up on the pictures you can see the figure that the R makes. Also, the figure of the guy is holding a tiny bottle. This R figure is surrounded by what seems like a seal. These bottles measure approximately 10 and 1/4 inches tall (10. 25 inches). The mouth of the bottle has a thread of about 2and 1/2 turns, the mold seam seems to be on the inside of the lip of the bottle. I can feel the seam on the inner edge of the bottle. It has a wide applied round band below the top. The base of the bottle is smooth and I can see several characters in a row. One is a number 20 on the left; then there is an I (capital i) or a roman numeral 1 inside a circle in the middle; and on the right is a roman numeral V with a line. Below these 3 characters is a 4A character which is centered. The overall shape of the bottle is round, but like flattened so it looks like the shape of an old Log Cabin Syrup bottle. The color is emerald green. No labels present. It is not damaged as far as I can tell it seems to have been well stored in a safe place. I would like to know what product this bottle contained, the age and if it is rare or if it has any value or interesting history. Was it made in the US? It seems like an old wine or maybe even beer bottle or some kind of beverage, maybe a 20 oz bottle. I think it was made sometime in the 1950s or after?? but I am not sure. I would appreciate any info you can give me. Thanks, Vic
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From: mde41374. au
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: torpedo bottles
Date: 01/16/2006 2:23:17 AM
we have found about six to more as yet of the torpedo bottles. there are some that are chipped and there are some that are in really good condition. we found a heap off other bottles and jas. the jars have a rainbow shine to them but its clear glass. how much are these torpedo bottles and jars be worth?. we collect antiques but wooden stuff. if you could get back to us about these bottles that would be great. from stoppsy. ps we have a glass stopper that goes with the bottle as well in great condition.
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From: rlroyse
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 01/15/2006 10:51:05 AM
Hi Digger, I am hoping you can help me identify a bottle I have. It is pink( like a painted pink) as a couple of spots have worn off and shows the clear glass. It is marked with an "A" then it is marked with what looks like a "VE running together then a 2 then 720ml. Any help would be appreciated. Regina Attachment N1: bottle 001. jpg Attachment N2: bottle 004. jpg
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From: dohara doharacinci
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle question
Date: 01/15/2006 11:03:11 AM
Hi, I have purchased some unopened Pepsi bottles from 1973 (Cincinnati Bengals). How do I prevent the caps from rusting. Other than a dry environment, what else can I do to them for preservation? Anything you can tell me I would appreciate. I am a novice at this. Thanks! Dan O'Hara
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From: cheryl burokas
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 01/15/2006 12:48:50 PM
Thanks for having a web site for this kind of find. . According to your information posted, I am not sure what I have. It is a glassboro 1850 flower bottle, found in an old house. The confusion comes in here. . . the web site says the reproductions state " wheaton factory" on the bottom, but this ones says "Wheaton NJ". It is amber in color and looks like the one posted. Can you help? Cheryl Burokas
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From: Joandealba
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: JIM BEAM BOURBON BOTTLE QUESTION
Date: 01/15/2006 10:39:34 AM
My mother has a jim beam bourbon bottle and would like to know it's worth. It is unopened and still in it's original box. I do not have the bottle in my possession right now but this is what it has on the label per my mother: beam bourbon us fish & wildlife duck stamped bottle 1 in 3 migrating birds hunting and conservation stamped cinnamon teal void after june 30, 1986 can you help with this? Joan
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From: RAGZZZ269
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle
Date: 01/15/2006 11:14:46 AM
hello, I found a small square bottle approx. 4in. tall while digging outside my house it's purple in color , I believe it's a cork top and it has the number 96 on the side, any chance you would know anything about it ?
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From: Floinreach Flo36inreach
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle
Date: 01/15/2006 4:27:30 PM
Hello, I have been looking for this bottle amethyst with seam on each side a circle with a B in side see pic. There are bubbles in the glass and the bottom has some rust , I have not cleaned inside as yet if it`s a good bottle I will clean its in very good condition with no chips cracks or broken . Thank You Flo G Attachment N1: purple b. jpg Attachment N2: bottle . jpg
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From: nit777
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 2 hand bottles
Date: 01/15/2006 5:07:12 PM
Hello, I have 2 very unusual bottles that are at least 50 years old. I know this because I have had them all my life. These are possibly wine bottles, but they are bottles shaped with a hand holding them. The hand, fingers, etc. are all part of the bottles. I do not know their worth, but am just curious as to what their origins are. I have always loved these silly looking bottles and don't know where to find out their history. I wouldn't know which of your books to buy to research this. Can you help me? I also have several little Roerig medicine bottles that are missing their labels, but still have some sort of pills inside them. I was also wondering about these. Thank you very much! Anita Keim anita. keimcingular is my work e-mail. I check that one more often than the one I am sending this from.
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From: Michael Fox michael.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Dairy Bottle lids
Date: 01/15/2006 5:15:15 PM
Dear Digger I'm looking for a manufacturer of dairy bottle lids to fit our milk bottles that we use to get our milk from our family's farm. We use to have a couple hundred of these plastic lids that we bought about 18 years ago. They have a cardboard insert just like the vintage ones. Could you please help. We have lots of bottles still from the family’s old farms and the old folks in the family won't drink anything else, but the novelty of the old bottle keeps them smiling. Maybe that's why they live beyond their 80's. Any help would greatly be appreciated. Sincerely (The Last of the Mohicans) Michael Fox
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From: mde41374. au
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: torpedo bottles
Date: 01/16/2006 12:36:13 PM
just found a few more torpedo bottles 1 has a crown marked on it. . the stuff written on it trade make and ballarat melbourn madelines m mcdonald. the other one has nat sodawater h mattoni carrisael qiesshubel pure alkal. must be German. how much would they be worth you recon? stoppsy
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From: Maehillis
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Noxit Famous Limiment
Date: 01/15/2006 2:25:38 PM
Hi,Digger,I have a bottle with box in great condition of the Noxit Famous Liniment. The bottle has a date of 1902 on bottom,It was a product of Cel-ton-sa Medicine Co. 1016 central Ave. Cincinnati 2,Ohio It is almost like the one on your website except it has $ 1. 50 down the side. The one on your website has $1. 00. Price on it. Any information you can tell me would be appreciate. Thanks maehillis
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From: Scott Vawter
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: how to clean a bottle?
Date: 01/15/2006 8:43:45 PM
I was just wondering how to get a bottle so clean. Most the bottles I find are in a creek so they are very stained. What would be a good way to make the bottle shiny and very clean. thanks, Nick
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From: Scott Vawter
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Question on a bottle.
Date: 01/15/2006 8:51:59 PM
Hey once again I have another question. I have found a bottle in a creek it says Burnett's Cocoaine on the front and on one side it says boston and on the other it says Burnett's. I just wanted to no what it was used for and what exactly is ''cocoaine'' is it some medicine or is it what I think it is. thanks Nick
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From: william kinzalow aquilla747
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: aqua bottle of mother mary
Date: 01/15/2006 9:20:28 PM
hi digger. my name is bill and I bought this aqua bottle of the mother in prayer for $1. 00 some years ago and I have always thought that it was new due to its condition, its 9 1/4" tall-base 2 1/2" and the top is 1 3/8", it has a pontil, the handle is applied and bent and the bottle leans to the left looking head on and has a lot of air bubbles, is it new or old and it value of more than $1. 00. thanks bill Attachment N1: th_aquabottle004. jpg Attachment N2: th_aquabottle005. jpg Attachment N3: th_aquabottle007. jpg Attachment N4: th_aquabottle009. jpg
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From: Todd chefmidconetwork
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Question about bottle
Date: 01/15/2006 9:31:02 PM
Digger: Recently I have been remodeling my house which was built sometime around th 1900's. I have found a number of bottles but the one I found most intersting is a small bottle with Ed Pinaud on it. Some of the label is still visible and say's something for the teeth and something about a tumbler. It is just a bit over 2 inches in length and has a small cork at the top. it is shaped somewhat similer to a tiny wine bottle. Any information you could give me would be great, I am compiling a shadow box of all the finds in my house and would like to have a little information about everything. Thanks for your time, Todd Dikoff
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From: LORIN WILSON music_man
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Big Chief, 1925, Santa Cruz , CA
Date: 01/16/2006 1:41:43 AM
I have been trying for some years to identify a Santa Cruz, bottler from the early 1900's. I have a clear Big Chief bottle that has a patent date of Dec. 29, 1925 , and on the bottom is embossed, Santa Cruz , CAL. I have not been able to find any other Santa Cruz, Big Chief bottles from this time period. Coca-Cola company informed me that many of their independent bottlers also bottled other generic flavors, including Big Chief. The flavor would be listed on the cap. However, I am having great difficulty finding out much about the bottling industry in Santa Cruz in this time period. I found one mention that bottling in Santa Cruz started growing as an industry around 1901, but I am trying to find out who and where was bottling Big Chief in Santa Cruz in 1925. Any additional leads? Thanks
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From: Mark Kanada myklmyk
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: nikka whisky
Date: 01/16/2006 3:11:21 AM
Hi there! I, too, have recently come across this particular bottle of whisky with the samurai upon it, hoping I could somehow date it. However, this one is still un-opened. would you know it's present value? if not really valuable, we are more than likely going to consume it! I came upon this earlier inquiry attached below, and was just curious about its value. thank you for your time. aloha! mark Hi, I've come across in my deceased mother's property a clear glass Japanese "Nikka Whisky" bottle. It is in excellent condition with all labels in tact. It is topped by a Samurai head and shoulders (possibly brass). Lots of detail in the metal. The head of the samurai lefts away from the shoulder armor to reveal the screw top of the bottle. The labels read as follows: Front label: "Gold & Gold" "Product of Japan" "Nikka Shisky" "matured in wood and blended by our own experts" "The Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. , Ltd" "4/5 quart - Tokyo, Osaka, Hokkaido and Sendai, Japan 86 proof". Label on front below the neck: "Nikka Imported Whisky" Label on the rear near the bottom of the bottle: "Sole Distributors for the United States of America" "Munson Shaw Co. New York , New York" "Product of Japan" "Printed in Japan" and a logo that says "Munson Shaw Imports" with a key in the senter with "MS" The back of the glass bottle is also raised with a logo of what appears to be two lions facing a shield or something with the word "Nikka". Raised lettering reads "Nikka Whisky Distilling Col Ltd. Japanese Whisky" The Samurai head and shoulder armor each have a little gold sticker which says "made in Japan". The inside of the shoulders of the armor is lined with what appears to be old leather to protect the bottle. Do you have any information on this bottle? Is it old? common? collectible? Thank you, Mev Camozzi Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. , Ltd. was established in 1934 to produce whisky and now accounts for approximately 20% of the Japanese market. The company markets imported whisky, brandy and other liquor. They are a subsidiary of Asahi Breweries, Ltd. . The company has three unconsolidated overseas subsidiaries, one each in the United Kingdom, France and Taiwan. According to U. S. Patent Office, the word mark "Nikka" was for whisky, brandy, gin vodka and liqueur. First used in 1952 and first used in commerce in 1964. by Nikka Whiskey Distilling Co. of Tokyo, Japan. The Name and the crest shown above had been used since 1940 but not in commerce until 1964. The fan design with the crane (right) was used since 1968. The Super Nikka was used first used in 1970 and in commerce in 1978. Your bottle appears to be a specialty item. You can date your bottle after 1964 based on the two lion trademark. I would think the bottle would have some value say $10 or so. Digger.
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From: eman khaled shorty26e
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: james b beam
Date: 01/16/2006 6:35:50 AM
hi . ive come across a 1925 James b beam bottle it says something like royal chima c miller I have no idea how much its worth but many people r interested and I don’t know what to do thnku in advanced
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From: Dain Johnson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Clay bottle
Date: 01/16/2006 11:56:19 AM
You have this bottle posted on your site: http://www.bottlebooks.com/questions/March%202002/OLD%20BOTTEL%202feb2002.jpg Found on this page: http://www. bottlebooks.com/questions/March%202002/march_2002_questions_ask_d igger_.htm I bought a bottle just like this one yesterday at the Lakewood antique market (Atlanta GA, second weekend of every month) for $15. He had 3 others, I only bought the 1 that was in the best shape. It has a Scottish makers name stamped in it. Sorry I don't have that makers name with me at this moment. Anyway, just thought I would let you know if that person (though many years ago) was looking for a value on that item. Dain
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From: nancy caskey
From: nancy caskey
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006 1:10 PM
Subject: 2 tiny bottles HELP I would like you to tell me if you can what these are and if they are rare I have some info but only enough to be in the dark. . The first bottle, I assume is an old school glue bottle because it still has applicator it is 3 inches tall 1 1/2 across bottom green bottle is 2 inches tall has either p or d in bottom inside of a rectangle or a flag I’m not sure I know you get tons of this stuff but please help if you can should I keep them sell them or THROW THEM AWAY Thanks joe Attachment N1: gluebottle1. jpg Attachment N2: gluebottle2. jpg Attachment N3: green bottle1. jpg AttachmeN4: greenbottle2. jpg
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From: Annslee665
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old bottles
Date: 01/16/2006 8:51:33 AM
yes sir could you please tell me if you know how much a coca cola bottle that is amber colored and has coca cola at the bottom on the front and Memphis on the back at the bottom , what it might be worth, also have a green Pluto water bottle that says America’s physic. thank you lori kilgore carbon hill, Alabama
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From: Rusty Nowak
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: One Gallon Jug
Date: 01/16/2006 5:29:45 PM
Hi Digger, I have a one gallon glass jug stamped with "Minn" in a diamond with a "7" on the top. It has raised lettering along the bottom that says " REG. SEALED L. G. G 742-4" The bottom is swirled and has "56" stamped on it. The handle is a wire and made of metal. Please pictures for more details. Anything from what it is/was used for to value would be much appreciated. Thank you. Attachment N1: mj1. jpg
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From: ShariC
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Cyrus Noble Whiskey
Date: 01/16/2006 2:17:13 PM
Digger, I have a bottle of 86 proof Cyrus Noble Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey donated to a fundraiser I'm in charge of. What would be the value of this bottle of whiskey? 4/5 Quart. Shari'
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From: Joel Stirek
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Something interesting
Date: 01/16/2006 8:13:03 PM
Hello, I know your time is valuable, I will be brief. My first find, I was a young boy, my friends were throwing stones at this and I saved it. took it home and have had it for 40 years. Arctic ice fruit ales, bottles never sold has a date of 1926 on bottom. 5 gallon bottle. Found in western sububurbs of Chicago. Can you tell me anything abouit it? Found a nice Shirley temple creamer the same day in the same spot. I install furnaces and ductwork downstate IL near Terre Haute , IN found a nice clear straight side coke last year. nasty tight hole had to dig for it, certainly worth it thanks for your time Joel
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From: russ abney rusjr
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Emailing: PJ1, PJ2, PJ3
Date: 01/16/2006 8:59:12 PM
Hi, I recently accquired a P & J. ARNOLD ink bottle. The stamp on bottle should say the following. Viteous Stone Bottle J. Bourne & Sons Denby Pottery near Derby
--------------- ----------line here on bottle P. & J. Arnold London England After checking on net for 3 days, this is what my bottle should say. Is it possible that I might have a miss stamp bottle? The reason why I am asking is this. On my bottle, there are some typo in the actual stamping of this bottle. This is what it says: eous Stone Bottle Bourne & Sons enby Pottery near Derby
---------------------------------------line scribed here. & J. Arnold London 1) The "vit" on viteous is not stamped. Nor has it been worn off because this is stamped into bottle. 2) The "J. " on BOURNER & SONS is missing. 3)The "D" on Denby Pottery is missing. 4) The "P" on P. & J. Arnold is missing. 5) England is completely missing Also, I have noticed other same bottles have a border around the stamp logo, this one does not. I know by checking and gathering info, these were made in 1910. Is it possible to have an earlier bottle? My bottle has a hole on side, but the peices are inside the container. I would apprieciate any help and/or info to help me solve this mystery. Also at this present condition what would be average appraisal on this lovely old bottle. thank you rusty PJ1 PJ2 PJ3
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From: Milt W Watson milton. watsonmchsi
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Soda bottle with Chief and football
Date: 01/16/2006 10:43:36 PM
I was working a week or so ago in the crawl space of an old building and there found an unusual soda bottle. Not unusual in shape, but that it has an embossed indian chief (profile) on one side and a football on the other in circles. The middle area of the bottle has a textured area. It has embossed lettering reading "C. C. Soda" around the top shoulder of the bottle. With "contents 7 flu. ozs. " "Property of Champaign Coca Cola Bottling Co. " around the bottom. On The bottom it reads, &