June 2005 Questions
Digger Odell Publications © 2006
From: Cuddadogg
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle question
Date: 06/30/2005 6:08:46 PM I have a full bottle of scotch that was in the attic of an old house I bought several years ago. I never open the bottle, i'm not a scotch drinker. but i've always wondered about the year it was possibly brewed. the bottle is clear, about 8 inches in height, up to the shoulder, 4" in width. the cap appears to be medal, with foil running over it, then there’s a 1/2" paper seal running over the cap, down the neck, and over the shoulder. the seal has like a serial number on it. I can;t make out all the numbers on the seal. it looks like, 3 629789 on the foil that runs over the cap is some writing as well. it looks like, old rarity. the bottle loohs like it was made in a mold with some writing on it, on the top it says, federal law forbids sale or re-use of this bottle, on the bottom it says, Bulloch lade & co ltd, then under that it says, Glasgow Scotland. that’s it, I hope you can help. unfortunately mp dig. camera is broke. thanks for your help, tim
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From: NotAPepper
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Collector Pepsi Bottle
Date: 06/30/2005 4:51:52 PM To Whom It May Concern, I have an original 12 oz. longneck Pepsi bottle never opened. When I purchased it in Washington State in the late 80's I was told that Pepsi Co. only made so many of them and would not be making them again. On the lower part of the bottle embossed on the glass are the numbers 9 and then 24 with some type of symbol in a circle between them. Around the cap of course is the place of bottling Fresno, Ca. Then in very small letters it says Kerr with the number 28 underneath it. Basically I am trying to find out if this bottle might be worth something by now as a collector and what other places I can find information from. I would appreciate all that you can help me with on this matter. Sincerely, Jovita at _NotAPepper_
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From: Michele Beauchamp
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle Value
Date: 06/30/2005 8:24:12 PM Can you tell me what the value of this bottle might be worth . . I described what it kind of looks like on the attached file . . Thank you, Michele Can you tell me what the value of this bottle might be worth . . I described what it kind of looks like on the attached file . . Thank you, Michele -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: LARRY FORELL
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Dr. Thacher's bottle
Date: 06/30/2005 6:47:01 PM I'm looking for an aqua color bottle of Dr. Thacher's liver & Bood Syrup. I see you have brown color ones. Can you tell me how much they cost. I was looking for the packaged Dr. Thacher's or Dr. Simmons Liver & Blood regulator, made in Chatt. Tenn, too. My Grandmother and her sister helped packaged this med. Anna
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From: Frank and Kathy Binetti
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Whittemore Bottle Identification
Date: 06/30/2005 3:55:48 PM Hello Digger. I found this bottle in an old trash heap in Central Texas. I'm not a bottle collector but I would like to know about the bottle's age, it's usage, worth, and and any other historical info. It has written on one side: WHITTEMORE BOSTON . A. S. U It also has the number 5 written on the bottom. I believe the condition is pretty good. It was filled with dirt and when light shines through it light like the rainbow is apparent. Thanks for the help. Frank Attachment N1: MVC-003S. JPG Attachment N2: MVC-001S. JPG Attachment N3: MVC-002S. JPG
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From: colewis colewis
To: 'Digger' jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: RE: Medicine bottles
Date: 06/30/2005 3:07:42 PM Labeled with original medicine and corks. I'll check your website. Thanks.
From: Digger [mail
To:jaok20@bottlebook] Sent: Thursday, June 30, 2005 9:20 AM
To: colewis
Subject: Re: Medicine bottles They all sound like bottles from 1900- you do not say if they are embossed or label only Lots of people collect medicine bottles. Check my site for more information. Please visit my web site at http://www. bottlebook Digger ----- Original Message -----
From: colewis mail
To:colewis@ii
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Monday, June 27, 2005 2:10 AM
Subject: Medicine bottles I have several old medicine bottles with original contents. Included are: 1. TRAXO - A stomach tonic - Pinus Medicine Company 2. Nelaton's Prescriptions for MUSCULAR ACHES AND PAINS - J. W (John Wilkins, MD) 3. Dr. Hobson's Dyspepsia Mixture Pfeiffer Chemical Company Does anyone trade these? Are they worth anything? Thank you.
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From: PLWALT22
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Croak bottle
Date: 06/30/2005 10:39:54 AM I was wondering if you know anything about this bottle. And if it has any value? Thanks, Patricia Attachment N1: oldcroak. jpg
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From: Tara
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: milk bottles
Date: 06/30/2005 12:29:32 PM Hi Digger. I came across your website after doing a search for milk bottles. I am wondering if you ever come across any Turtle Spring Dairy (PA) bottles? It was my family's farm and I am trying to locate some more bottles. We all have a few of them, but for posterity I'd like to locate some more. Any reply would be greatly appreciated! Thank You, Tara (Thompson) Holden
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From: Autumngranne
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Jar
Date: 06/30/2005 8:17:37 AM I got 11 old regular mouth and 1 wide mouth Ball Ideal canning jar they are white the info on them are pat D. July 14, 1908. They have wire to hold on the tops are glass What are the value of these they are in excellent shape. Thank you Abbie Birch Somerset KY
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From: Shelby Stepp activetoo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottles what else?
Date: 06/30/2005 9:04:41 AM hello digger, I have been reading your answers to questions online and thought maybe you can help me. I have acquired a set of bottles, they are in a leather travel bag . inside the bag are 2 bottles. one with the words BOURBON and the other says VODKA. they have gold writing and gold plastic caps. also inside the set are 2 shot glasses. im sure I have not struck it rich on this, but I thought "WOW these are really cool". so my question is how old. (not to old im sure cause of the plastic caps) where did they come from. you know just some history. I have looked at luggage dealers and online but can find no help. but thank you for being there. I hope you can help me. adrian
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From: Mark S grism90
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: antique bottle
Date: 06/30/2005 8:40:03 AM I have a bottle that I need help with: IT is about 12-15 inches tall. It is separated into 4 chambers. All four have their own hole on the top of the bottle. It has on the bottom "Bottle made in France" There is a small piece of the label on it that is silver in color and has the letter "M" on it. Other than what I have told you there is not much more to say. It is a cool bottle and would appreciate any help that you can offer Attached are three pictures of it. Thanks again Mark
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From: Barbara Dominguez
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: value of an old quacker bottle
Date: 06/30/2005 1:39:48 AM Hell'o Digger, My brother gave me a bottle. It is a pint size bottle, with rounded edges, it has a mans face on front and he is wearing a hat ( The man is impressed in bottle not a sticker or label). Under neath him looks like a strand of oaks. The bottle has D-230 on bottom also 68 with a F in an octagon and a 6 beside it. Also on bottom of bottom is M-87-G. On front of bottom on bottom is a 7. The cap is a screw top and it's rusty. The bottle is clean on out side with a white film inside it. On the very top it reads, The Federal Law Forbids Sale or Re Use of this bottle. Thank you for your time. Barbara Dominguez
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From: DaleMSheffield
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Perfume Bottle
Date: 06/29/2005 8:37:02 PM I was wondering if you could help me date a perfume bottle I found in an antique shop sorry I don't have a picture. It is peach glass, about 2 inches high. "Made in Japan" is etched on the bottom. The top is etched with a flower, maybe a tulip. On the sides are three unusual designs one looks like a squarish 2 with a tail, one looks like triangle, the other is like an ornate 3 with a tail. These etchings are carved fairly deep. Also unusual is that the inside is unevenly rounded; the outside is more squared and flat. Appreciate any help! Thanks.
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From: robertkelley
To: digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 2 bottles
Date: 06/30/2005 12:05:23 AM Digger, finally got the emails and pictures to go through on Sunday, had forgotten to put the 20 in your address. Know you are busy, please let me know that you got them, and were there enough pictures to work with. Thank You, Rob Kelley
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From: Pearl C
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: RE: Question on Old Cola Bottles
Date: 06/29/2005 11:24:19 PM Dear Jaok, I have found some Old Tea-Co Cola Bottles that Was made from tea-Co Bottling Company In Lebion, Tennessee about 40 years ago; Around 1965; can you give me some Information on these bottles and the Company; and what these bottles might be worth today? Thank you; Mrs pearlie Cummings Mumzie86
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From: carol messick
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: imported lancers vin rose
Date: 06/29/2005 9:00:41 PM Hi, I have a bottle of imported Lancers Vin Rose vintage 1972, has never been opened. It was produced and bottle by J. M. Da Fonseca, inter. Contents 4/5 pint. alcohol 12% by vol. imported by Heublein, inc. Hatford. conn. Do you have any Idea what it is worth and who might be interested. Thanks a lot Carol Messick
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From: LindaR959
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: I. W. Harper Bottle
Date: 06/29/2005 3:22:17 PM I have an I. W. Harper bottle looks like it had wiskey in it . on the bottom it says "D-859" and "67 40" with an H and anchor symbol bweteen the 67 and the 40 also says M-32859A. Can you enlighten me as to age and what was in it??? My email is Oxylinda TNX
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From: John & Amy Dowell
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: metal flasks?
Date: 06/29/2005 4:30:54 PM I was just wondering if you know anything about metal flasks? I just want to know the value. I seen it and just had to get it. on the brass plate it says- powder flask Morocco 1966 from Daniel DeMaio it looks really old. I have tried to research the name and nothing came up on google. if you can or cant help I still want to thank you for your time. Amy Attachment N1: flask. jpg
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From: angela_owens
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: James Beam Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 80 Proof Bottle
Date: 06/29/2005 4:14:54 PM Hello, I have a few questions hoping you can help me out or lead me in the right direction. When I was born, September 8, 1980, my uncle gave me a bottle of Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The seal is not broken and it said bottled 120 months, so this bottle is at least 35 years old. It does not have an actual bottled date. It's a beautiful bottle. It's aqua, teal and has tan. It has a medium mouth and is oval in the middle. It has a picture of the continents with a big 'S' on top and on the back it has different Sheraton Hotels on it. It also has on it "Sheraton Hotels and Motor Inns" "Genuine Regal China" It's 1qt Beams 80 proof. The seal number is 630105454 if that helps. If you could please help me on this or send me in the right direction of how I can find more information on it or how much it costs, I would really appreciate it. Thank you so very much for your time, Angela Owens Yuba City, CA
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From: Leslie Granville
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: B&B
Date: 06/29/2005 10:35:06 AM Sent: Wednesday, June 29, 2005 10:08 AM
Subject: B&B Digger: I have a bottle of B&B which may be over 30 yrs. old. Is it any good? Is it worth much? Julius Wile Sons importers (#216350975). Unopened. Seal still on. Hoping to hear from you. Thanks. Leslie Granville Date: 6/24/2005
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From: Jeremy Nuckles
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Liquor Bottle?
Date: 06/29/2005 1:27:41 AM Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="0-1403570444-1120022861=:29559" --0-1403570444-1120022861=:29559 I believe that this is a cut glass liquor bottle. It is 8 3/4" high and it has a lip that is flat on the top and the side seams stop at the top of the lip. It is cut glass on the top of the bottle and in the middle is sunken indentations and then more cut glass on the bottom. It has federal law forbids sale or reuse of this bottle printed around the top and under the neck. On the bottom of the bottle is numbers 0-8 then on the next line is numbers66-48 and on the next line is two little indention dots. It is in very fine condition. What is this and how old is it and what is it worth?
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From: andrewdaltom
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 06/29/2005 1:13:16 AM Hi I have come across this bottle old gold fields black any clues thought it might be an early dipple haig whisky. it has nothing on the base. Thanks Andrew andrewdre.com OLE_Obj
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From: Christopher Christiansen
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 06/28/2005 8:24:41 PM Hi digger, I found a bottle in a recent comb of a nearby river, and I was wondering what you could tell me about it. It is blue/aqua, has a few bubbles and has heavy ripples. It is 8 sided, and on the 4 main sides it says "S. O. Richardson's" "Bitters" "South Reading" "Mass". It appears to be made with a post bottom mold, but I'm no expert so I'm not sure. I looked it up online, and I found a site that valued it at $95. This sounded a bit fishy to me, can you help? Thanks
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From: MySnsTaken24
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: I have a question about the price of a bottle
Date: 06/28/2005 3:50:32 PM My Name is Hailey, I have a Undertakes' Chicago Embalming Fluid Bottle from the Supply Co. , Illinios. There is about 1 1/2 in. of fluid in the 8 in. bottle. The words on the bottle are embossed & there is no label. The cap is pretty rusty. Do you think you could give me a price on the bottle? If you need any more information on the bottle please write me back. Thanks!
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From: Cat
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: UK bottles
Date: 06/28/2005 6:05:31 PM hi, I know you have thousands of questions to answer and I really did try to find the answers by looking through old Q & A's but it appeared overwhelming. I recently won (ebay auction) a lot of five small emerald green poison bottles shipped from Glasgow. They are 6-sided, all less than 3" and have ribbing on 3 sides and smooth on the other 3 sides. The seller indicated they were "circa 1885. " But I got them today and I notice that the seams go all the way to the tip of the lips, indicating they were ABM, plus the bases are embossed with numbers such as 2dr, or 1 over 2, and some extremely tiny symbol I can't make out, sort of like two C's connected back to back and sideways. There is a ring on the bases but I am not sure if you can call it an "Owen's" ring. I guess what I am asking is, are bottles from the UK dated under different "rules" than USA bottles? No matter what is on the base, does the presence of a seamed lip mean they cannot possibly be from the 1800s? I saw on your site something about early ABM bottles made during the late 1800s so maybe the ebay seller was correct? Thank you so much. Cat Campbell
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From: Bill & Patty Reid
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Help
Date: 06/28/2005 5:32:37 PM I just found this C. Kern Brewing Co. Port Huron, Michigan beer bottle in a lake. It has the word “Registered” on the bottom of the bottle in raised letters. Can you help me date it by the attached pictures. Thank you, Bill Reid Attachment N1: DSCN2438. JPG Attachment N2: DSCN2437. JPG
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From: Keith Leeders
To: Digger Odell jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Pictures
Date: 06/28/2005 4:43:11 PM Hi John: Pictures were fabulous. I would like to take photos of my entire collection for display at shows, insurance purposes, and for my own edification. Thank you so very much for the disk & I will see you in Grand Rapids at least. Keith Think Ink Hi John: Pictures were fabulous. ; I would like to take photos of my entire collection for display at shows, insurance purposes, and for my own edification. Thank you so very much for the disk & I will see you in Grand Rapids at least. Keith Think Ink
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From: LADYDE7936
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Green Round Bottom Bottle
Date: 06/28/2005 12:16:33 PM Hi Digger, I have an old green round bottom bottle that looks to be hand blown. There are some small air bubbles in the glass. It is 9" long and has a circumference of 12". Can you tell me a bit about this bottle and approximate value? Thanks, De De DuFrene _ Attachment N1: IM000848. JPG Attachment N2: IM000849. JPG Attachment N3: IM000850. JPG
Here's the Story: Round Bottom sodas
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From: Allenvipers4
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Information on these two bottles
Date: 06/28/2005 8:16:22 AM The first one has no markings, i've learnt from experience that the age of this is some where from the 1800's where exactly i'm unsure and this is why i'm seeking your help. . The color is a bluish green, it is frosted, it is 21/4"tall and not quite 3/4"all the way around on all sides for thickness. . It has no visible seam, which is what makes me believe it's from the 1800's The second bottle is clear glass no labels as you can see it is8"tall about 1 1/2"thick and 31/4"from left to right. . It has a swing away top which is leading me to believe that it is pre 1950 On the bottom it is inscribed "Italy" and there's these numbers 0. 25L0260r v M Jf . 4 The back of this bottle is kind of concaved as in it swerves ever so slightly in an ark, so to speak It has no visible seam and it has a bobble mouth. On the front at the bottom, there are lines which are hard to describe, they go from the left side front from the bottom upward to a height of 21/4"and decrease slowly again to form an arched effect in the centre they measure 1" and increase in size toward the right hand side of the bottle Any and all information you can offer on these two will be greatly appreciated Sincerely . Attachment N1: ring%20pictures%20041. jpg Attachment N2: ring%20pictures%20046. jpg
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From: elaine1959
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Whiskey bottle
Date: 06/28/2005 11:36:44 AM My cousin called me to see if I could find about an Old whiskey he has. It is emerald green, with an old man embossed on the front holding what looks to appear with big walking stick. The back of the bottles says "Federal Law prohibits etc" but there was no anything embossing just the picture of the old man. He did say there were numbers on the bottom of the bottle but that was about it. I could not find it in any of the bottle books. Would you be able to tell me more about it? Thanks.
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From: RgTurn8
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: air force
Date: 06/27/2005 5:54:01 PM I used to have a friend named Robert dell. We were stationed in Minot N. Dokota together just curious you same fellah. We called him Digger also. sincerely Roger Turner
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From: Windi Collier
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 06/27/2005 7:11:29 PM Good Afternoon. Could you please help me date and appraise this bottle? It is app 10 1/2" tall and clear. On the bottom is say " Walkers Kilmarnock Whisky 2464". I've attached 2 pictures to help. Thanks. Windi Good Afternoon. ; Could you please help me date and appraise this bottle? ; It is app 10 1/2" tall and clear. ; On the bottom is say " Walkers Kilmarnock Whisky 2464". ; I've attached 2 pictures to help. ; Thanks.
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From:, Charles
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Question
Date: 06/27/2005 6:00:50 PM I was recently given a pint bottle labelled Mellwood Whiskey. The bonding stamp, which remains intact has two dates one says "spring 1928" and the other says "Spring 1915. " Although the seal appears intact, the bottle is only about 2/3 full. Does this item have any value for collectors? Charles
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From: hossy evans
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Fw: 1/3 Qt. Milk Bottle?
Date: 06/27/2005 3:38:52 PM DIGGER, Hello and thanks for taking the time to look at my inquiry! This is an old milk bottle that has been in a box in a closet for many years. It reads: Registered Sealed 8 8 4 8 and "Third quart" on the outside at the bottom. The bottom itself has the Duraglas mark? and says Duraglas in script. There are also two other numbers that appear to be 8 or 9? And 48?. It measures 6 ½ inches tall by about 2 ½ inches at the base. Which makes it about 1 inch taller than the standard half pint milk bottles that were in the closet too. I have never seen a 1/3 quart milk bottle and was wondering if it could be rare. This bottle is very heavy, clear glass with no chips, crack and with the exception of some slight scuffing on one side, very little if no usage ware. I would very much appreciate any information you can offer on it. I have included 3 pictures for your viewing. (Sorry for jpeg quality but this bottle was hard to capture). JED Attachment N1: MILK BOTTLE. JPG Attachment N2: THIRD QUART. JPG Attachment N3: markings. JPG
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From: Darrell Coram
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Interesting Bottle I acquired
Date: 06/27/2005 3:20:26 PM I recently was given a bottle, the description is below: Sky Pilot Cola with a boy's head with goggles at the top with ribbing and rope adornment in glass on the bottom 2/3. On the bottom- Detroit Mich Duraglas 9 45. Antiques Roadshow was recently in Tampa and I took the bottle to have it appraised, but they had no idea about it or where it came from. I found your web-site via Google and I was scanning the pages and see that someone else also has on. Do you know anything about this bottle and brand of cola? Thanks
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From: Shauna Oda s-hauna
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: E. P. Shaw Ginger Bottle
Date: 06/27/2005 1:37:57 PM I wanted to know how old and how much this E. P. Shaw Co. Ld. ginger beer bottle is worth? The bottle neck and spout is glazed brown and the rest of the bottle is a ceramic color. The words E. P. Shaw Co. Ld. is printed diagonally upward on one line and then Wakefield. on the line below. On the back, there is a Bourne 2 Denby stamp. Could you help me out with this piece? I have no clue about it, it was just given to me by my inlaws. Thanks, Shauna I wanted to know how old and how much this E. P. Shaw Co. Ld. ginger beer bottle is worth? ; The bottle neck and spout is glazed brown and the rest of the bottle is ;a ceramic color. ; The words E. P. Shaw Co. Ld. is printed diagonally upward on one line and then Wakefield. on the line below. ; On the back, there is a Bourne 2 Denby stamp. ; Could you help me out with this piece? ; I have no clue about it, it was just given to me by my inlaws. Thanks, Shauna
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From: Mary palgiers
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: St. Drakes Plantation Bitters Bottle (Four Label Panels)
Date: 06/27/2005 11:13:33 AM Hi! I purchased a Plantation Bitters bottle about 40 year ago. I have displayed it all these years and am now ready to downsize my stuff. While searching the web to find a price for it, I noticed that in Kovel's site they had a four label panel St. Drake's bottle listed. I checked my bottle and it has four label panels. My question is "Is this a rare bottle and what is its current value? Thank you very much, Mary Attachment N1: bittersbottle. jpg Attachment N2: bitterslabel2. jpg
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From: Mary palgiers
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: St. Drake's Plantation Bitters Bottle
Date: 06/27/2005 11:06:44 AM Hi! I purchased a Plantation Bitters bottle about 40 year ago. I have displayed it all these years and am now ready to downsize my stuff. While searching the web to find a price for it, I noticed that in Kovel's site they had a four label panel St. Drake's bottle listed. I checked my bottle and it has four label panels. My question is "Is this a rare bottle and what is its current value? Thank you very much, Mary
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From: Karen Kay MacPhail karenkay33
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Charles & Diana Decanters
Date: 06/27/2005 10:52:23 AM Hi was wondering if you woud have any idea how much my Charles & Diana Decanters would be, they are my parents, they have two of them, no whisky I them and are not boxed. would they be worth any thing? I would appreciate your help. Karen http://www. barrelsandbottles. co. uk/acatalog/bells_decanters_41_to_50. html See if you go onto this website and you will see a banner saying Bells Decanters and there is a picture of charles and diana, its the same as those. I dont no if that will be much help. Many Thanks
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From: Ryan McKee
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Military Special
Date: 06/27/2005 10:19:16 AM Hi, I found a bottle of "Military Special" whiskey. It is unopened and looks in good condition. The bottle is clear with white paint embossing the front and a plastic white cap. I have no idea the age or value in this item. Any help would be appreciated. Attachment N1: winmail. dat
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From: colewis colewis@ii
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Medicine bottles
Date: 06/27/2005 2:10:14 AM I have several old medicine bottles with original contents. Included are: 1. TRAXO - A stomach tonic - Pinus Medicine Company 2. Nelaton's Prescriptions for MUSCULAR ACHES AND PAINS - J. W (John Wilkins, MD) 3. Dr. Hobson's Dyspepsia Mixture Pfeiffer Chemical Company Does anyone trade these? Are they worth anything? Thank you.
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From: raydickson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.comjaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Bottle
Date: 06/26/2005 10:28:34 PM I have several bottles that was dug up from under a old building that was said built in 1849. Many have no marks. one look like the one from. Your December_2000_question. Light Tan Bottle Except it has a loop(ring) at the top for carrying. There is a small anchor toward the top with the words around the anchor in about a 2" that says: APOLLINAHIS BRUNNEN M W O The N in the first word may be a different letter Under the anchor is G ORGKREUZBERG A HR WEILER RHEINREUSSEM Another bottle that may have been found with these is a Light Blue glass bottle with some air bubble with the work ROSS'S on one side and BELFAST on the other. The ' in the work ROSS'S is a small triangle. Can you give me a rough price?
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From: Chasethemac10
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 06/26/2005 6:07:22 PM dear sir, I have a pepsi-cola bottle that on the bottom has "Pat applied for". on the bottle it had New Bern, NC and says Min cont. 6 fld oz. The bottle is clear, sorta wavy and has lines like it is in 3 sections except the top. I dont have a digital camera to send a photo but can get one I was just hoping you would know a rough estimate before I got the picture.
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From: M&E Kalman ekalman1
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Crystal Decanter?
Date: 06/26/2005 10:11:54 PM Digger, I have this "Crystal" galss decanter that I have been searching for a maker, for a very long time. I did run across a fellow from Portland Oregon that seemed to know alot about American Glassware and said that he had not ever seen a "Blank" of this sort. I, unfortunatley, assumed when he said "Blank", he was referring to the shape, I don't know. So, ever since then, I have excluded an American maker from my research. I then have been researching from books and internet the the possible origins of this piece, to no avail. I have a pair of these decanters, they stand w/stopper, about 21. 5" tall, w/o stopper. 15. 75" tall. 3" deep, 7" wide. The glass is about . 25" thick. The foot is 4. 5" wide. The glass stopper is an inch thick, 7" tall, 3. 5" wide. They came from an Estate sale that had a Watrford collection. I don't think they are. If you require any more info or, pictures, please let me know. Thanks, M&E Kalman Attachment N1: DSCN4448. JPG Attachment N2: DSCN4449. JPG Attachment N3: DSCN4452. JPG Attachment N4: DSCN4458. JPG Attachment N5: DSCN4461. JPG
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From: BOTTLE DIGGER tailpile
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Incredible Color !
Date: 06/26/2005 9:17:02 PM 06-26-05 Dear Digger I was in Las Vegas earlier this month and took a trip to the "Valley of Fire" near Overton NV. We stopped in Overton for breakfast before going through the national park and I came across this incredible New England Pharmacy Bottle in a store window. I offered the clerk $20 and she was delighted to part with it. It is deep green (I mean DEEP) and stands exactly 5 1/8" high. It is in the most perfect condition of almost any bottle I have ever seen but I cannot seem to identify the company, rarity or value. I am hopeful that you might be able to help with this request. The Embossing on the front in script reads as follows: Lightbody Drug Co. Rochester NH It also says CCC Coughs, Colds, Croup When you turn the bottle over, the base reads (to the best of my ability to decipher) Patd Dec 13 / 87 The bottle is spotless. I did not dare ask where they obtained a New England bottle from in the desert of Nevada as I didn't want them to know how anxious I was to purchase it and bring it back to New England. Anything you might be able to find out would be enormously appreciated. Thank You Dan tailpile I was in Las Vegas earlier this month and took a trip to the "Valley of Fire" near Overton NV. We stopped in Overton for breakfast before going through the national park and I came across this incredible New England Pharmacy Bottle in a store window. I offered the clerk $20 and she was delighted to part with it. It is deep green (I mean DEEP) and stands exactly 5 1/8" high. It is in the most perfect condition of almost any bottle I have ever seen but I cannot seem to identify the company, rarity or ;value. I am hopeful that you might be able to help with this request. The Embossing on the front in script reads as follows: Lightbody Drug Co. Rochester NH It also says CCC Coughs, Colds, Croup When you turn the bottle over, the base reads (to the best of my ability to decipher) Patd Dec 13 / 87 The bottle is spotless. I did not dare ask where they obtained a New England bottle from in the desert of Nevada ;as I didn't want them to know how anxious I was to purchase it and bring it back to New England. Anything you might be able to find out would be enormously appreciated. Thank You Dan A href="mail
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From: vinced
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Hi
Date: 06/26/2005 7:04:12 PM Hi Digger I have a collection of Elvis McCormick decanters and would like to know how to go about finding the value of each one. Thanks, Lynnae
Date: 06/24/2005
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From: robertkelley
To: digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Picture from Microsoft Picture It!
Date: 06/26/2005 6:50:31 PM To view the picture, double-click the icon. If asked what program to open it with, select your Internet browser. This picture is best for online viewing. If you want to print a higher-quality print, please ask the sender to send pictures that are the actual size (not reduced or enlarged) of the original picture. Attachment N1: 0006. jpg
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From: robertkelley
To: digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Picture from Microsoft Picture It!
Date: 06/26/2005 6:50:00 PM To view the picture, double-click the icon. If asked what program to open it with, select your Internet browser. This picture is best for online viewing. If you want to print a higher-quality print, please ask the sender to send pictures that are the actual size (not reduced or enlarged) of the original picture. Attachment N1: 0005. jpg
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From: robertkelley
To: digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Picture from Microsoft Picture It!
Date: 06/26/2005 6:49:33 PM To view the picture, double-click the icon. If asked what program to open it with, select your Internet browser. This picture is best for online viewing. If you want to print a higher-quality print, please ask the sender to send pictures that are the actual size (not reduced or enlarged) of the original picture. Attachment N1: 0004. jpg
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From: robertkelley
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Picture from Microsoft Picture It!
Date: 06/26/2005 6:29:53 PM Digger, I am sending you several pictures, my program will not allow me to send them all at once for some unknown reason. Picture of a clay type bottle and then a small black glass bottle. Please let me know anything you can about them. Have done nothing with the Fort Bragg bottle other than packed it away for safe keeping. Thaere will be about seven seperate pictures. Look forward to hearing from you soon. Rob Kelley To view the picture, double-click the icon. If asked what program to open it with, select your Internet browser. This picture is best for online viewing. If you want to print a higher-quality print, please ask the sender to send pictures that are the actual size (not reduced or enlarged) of the original picture. Attachment N1: black glass bottle june 26 2005 023. jpg
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From: Terry Roundy dtroundy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Green Bottle
Date: 06/26/2005 3:31:47 PM Digger! Here comes one more bottle I need help with. Its olive green, 9 uinches tall, 2 and one half inches in dia. on the body, has very pronounced seams that go to the bottom of the lip, has a crown top, has many air bubbles in the glass, has an embossed 7 on the body near the bottom, has embossing on the bottom that’s hard to read it appears to say S & J BURKE with a pine tree in the center with 5 raised dots below tree and below the dots looks like S. J. B. Also on the bottom the glass is much thicker on one side than the other. Found near Salt Lake City at a construction site. Its round and looks like a soda or beer bottle. Thank you so much. Terry Roundy Attachment N1: PICT0027. JPG Attachment N2: PICT0028. JPG Attachment N3: PICT0030. JPG Attachment N4: PICT0032. JPG
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From: EWemadeit
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old bottles
Date: 06/26/2005 11:14:15 AM I found a old bottle don't know if it is worth anything . it is light blue green about 4"high and says HALLS CATARRH CURE on it what is it? barb
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From: MIKE LAABS stonemaker1
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 06/26/2005 2:45:35 PM Jack Do you know anything about a EJ Booz Bottle 1840 Reproduction Mike Laabs
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From: Susanne VetteMoseley susanaskye
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Fahrney
Date: 06/26/2005 2:40:46 PM Dear Sir, I am a co-owner with my cousins of a farm called Fahrnwald in Oshkosh, WI. It was built in the early 1900's by E. C. Fahrney. He and his brother Homer summered here and were part of Dr. Peter Fahrney's Business. I am interested in unearthing all possible information about the Chicago Fahrney's and their profits from Alpenkrauter before, during and after prohibition. Any ideas? Thanks Susanne VetteMoseley 108 East Wisconsin Rosendale, WI 54974 (920) 292-0658 "Insatiable is not sustainable. Our inherent right to freedom does not include a right to insatiable demand fed by availabel supply " -unknown "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated I hold that, the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it is to protection by man from the cruelty of man. " -Mahatma Gandhi "Of those to whom much is given, much is required" -Jesus (Luke 12:48) "For humans and animals both have the same spirit. "-Ecclesiastes 3:19
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From: jflan
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Fwd: Mystery Bottle
Date: 06/26/2005 12:49:29 PM Content-Type: Text/Plain; Charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7Bit Dear Digger, Did you forget me? Please let me know if you have any information about the bottle in the attached memo. Many thanks, Jane Flanagan
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From: Ann and Mike
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottle?
Date: 06/26/2005 12:45:38 PM Hi, We were walking in a river in Vermont and found the bottom only of a green bottle with a molded beaver on it. I wondered if you could tell me if the beaver represented a product or the contents of the bottle. Thanks for any help you can give me. Annie Palmer
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From: John Honus
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: PRIVY QUESTION
Date: 06/26/2005 12:14:26 PM Digger, Thanks for getting back to me. I have one more question for you. We have now dug 2 outhouses in the same yard. Both have been wood lined, 4 x 4 x 8, with wood bottoms. We hit ash at about 18 inches in both however we did not find any bottles until about 7 feet down, all of them have been on the bottom. Does this mean that the 2 outhouses were dipped out and then filled in with fill? John ----- Original Message -----
From: Digger
To: John Honus Sent: Sunday, June 26, 2005 8:03 AM
Subject: Re: PRIVY QUESTION Yes, it is possible. Take your probe and probe right through the floor. this will tell you if the earth beneath has been dug (unless you are in sand). My guess, bottom Please visit my web site at http://www. bottlebook Digger ----- Original Message -----
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From: raydickson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.comjaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old bottle
Date: 06/26/2005 12:10:10 AM I have several bottles that was found under a building that was torn down to build a bank. The orginal building was said to been built 1849 and these came from deep under that footer. Being on the coast we firgure these bottle are alot older. Many of these bottle has no visible marking but the one's of interest is a clay bottle about 14" with a finger ring at the top. A small anchor and around the anchor in about a 2" circle is the following: APOLLINAHIS BRUNNEN M W O The N in the first word could be another letter. Under this is the following: G(?) ORG KREUZBER(?) A HR WEILEIC RHEIN RE USSEM the (?) are hard to figure out. Another bottle is light blue glass with some bubbles in the glass that has the words ROSS'S on one side (the ' is a small triangle) BELFAST on the other This bottle is rounded on the bottom I figure made for a wine rack. This bottle might have been found with the clay bottles but I and not sure. Can you date these bottles and give me a est. worth.
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From: Bobchih2
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Perry Davis Pain Killer
Date: 06/25/2005 3:37:51 PM Hello, I came across "Perry Davis Pain Killer" 51% Alcohol, 2 1/2 fluid ounces, clear bottler. Has cork with wire handle, still has some residue in bottle along with the box it was packaged in. Any clues to it's value? It does make an interesting conversation piece. Thank You, Bob Harrison
From: Terry Roundy dtroundy
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Black Glass Bottle
Date: 06/25/2005 11:21:34 AM Digger! Can you help me with any information on this bottle? IT was found at a construction site near Salt Lake City, Utah. It is dark olive green, 9 and one eighth inches tall, 3 and one eighth inches in dia. at the body, has a blob top with a five eighths inch opening, has seams up the sides that are very hard to see and go up to the neck. The bottom is very rough and cupped with and enbossed "K" in the center. there are some bubbles in the glass but no damage or stains. As the pictures show its round. Thank you . Terry Roundy Attachment N1: PICT0024. jpg Attachment N2: PICT0023. JPG Attachment N3: PICT0021. JPG
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From: Vicki Ezzo vezzo
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old lionstone bottles
Date: 06/25/2005 1:15:31 PM Digger, I have found some strange liquor bottles, two" lionstone masterpiece STP turbocar no. 40 , Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey 4/5 quart 86 proof bottled in Lawrenceburg, KY, Lionstone Distilleries. " One Lionstone KY Staight Bourbon whiskey, it says on the box "Bobby Unser Olsonite Eagle NO. 6 , The winningest car of the 1972 season world lap record holder 201. 965 M. P. H. " Also , we have two, both in different racecar replicas, "Ezra Brooks real sippin' whiskey, collectors series, 90 proof4/5 quart official Ontario Motor speedway bottle" . Last, but not least, I have a very ornate bottle made of china, white and blue with gold trim, on the front top it says"155 months old, Beam, 4/5 quart, 86 proof", on bottom of bottle it says" KY DPB230. Genuine regal china, 1970, C. Miller, Regal China Corp. , 145, Liquor bottle, off to the right is DHN 1or I ", not sure. All bottles are in original packaging, seals intacted, and full of liquor. Any info would be appreciated, I am also interested in possibly selling these items. Thank you. Vicki Ezzo vezzo
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From: Amelia Boone
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Finding the worth of my bottles
Date: 06/25/2005 8:43:22 AM Do you know where I can find the worth of my bottles. My father, mother and I used to walk for miles digging and looking for bottles. My father passed away about ten years ago, and my mother has just given me his collection. I am trying to clean them with not a whole lot of luck, but that's okay, I like the old rustic look to them. My only fear is that I live in Southern California and the earthquakes here worry me. I want to display them, but think I am going to have to find a pretty knowledgeable carpenter to build me a crush proof, non-moveable contraption to display them in. I appreciate any information you can give me on find the worth of my bottles, not that I want to sell any of them, but I'd still like to know.
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From: Laurie Saidiner lsaidine
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Glass clown medicine bottles
Date: 06/25/2005 2:48:40 AM Hi, I recently found three 4 oz. Brockway glass clown medicine bottles in my garage. They have the number 17 18 on the bottom. What may they be worth? Thank you, L. Saidine
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From: Pauline Finlay
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Jim B. Beam fish 1976 decanter
Date: 06/24/2005 9:07:54 PM I was given a decanter with KY-DRB-230 on bottom. Would you know what it's worth?
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From: Therese Oller
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Dickel Tennessee First Bottling October 1964
Date: 06/24/2005 8:28:11 PM Hi, I have an empty bottle of Dickel Tennessee Whiskey with a curved neck and a leather holster attached. It has First Bottling October 1964 running along the hand strap of the holster. At the bottom barely visibly under the leather reads: 27 YEARS OF STUBBORNESS BUT WE MADE IT. There's also a sticker from Michigan reading: MICHIGAN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION with the following # 93864902. Could you give me an idea of what it's worth? Thank you Therese I have attached a few pictures. Attachment N1: June 24 010. jpg Attachment N2: June 24 011. jpg Attachment N3: June 24 014. jpg
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From: SMOKEY7360
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: would like to what these are worth
Date: 06/24/2005 3:01:16 PM what wouls a whiskey decanter of the head of john wayne be worth does not have a date on it, it says john wayne kentucky straight bourbon whiskey. distilled in kentucky&bottled by mike wayne distilling. cobards town kentucky. alsoi have a whiskey of john wayne it is a square decanter it says john wayne was pleaseed when informed the national cowboy hall of fame had commissioned this renowned artist to do a potrait to hang in their western heritage center. that the artist succeeded is apparent. the image that emerged captured the dukes strenth, dignity, and the fierce independance that made hime the symbol of america, from stage coach to red river_from the alamo to true grit-this is john wayne the world remembers. kentucky straight bourbon whiskey distilled and bottled by the mike wayne distilled products co. bardstown kentucky 23k gold. thank you my name is nanc e-mail is smokey7360
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From: deanna
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle question
Date: 06/24/2005 3:37:07 PM Hi, recently I was given two lovely jade coloured bottles. The first is a sqare bottle with a round neck approx. 11 inches tall and 1 1/2 inches across the bottom. It appears to have no seams and there are no markings on the bottom. It does have a circle on one side where the neck joins the base. The second is round approx 13 1/2 inches tall and 2 1/4 inches in diameter. It to appears to have no seams. On the bottom it is stamped '970MM375' around the outside edge with a horseshoe type emblem in the middle. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanx, D
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From: Rod Helstad
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: whiskey bottle
Date: 06/24/2005 1:22:55 PM I few years ago I purchased a full 1 gallon jug of Calvert Extra whiskey. The bartender had no idea of its age. All that I can find on the bottle is the Federal liquor seal stamped with the number 733751167. Is there any way that I could find out the age? Thank you. Rod D. Williston, ND
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From: Josh Anthony tempest_flux
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Question
Date: 06/24/2005 9:35:09 AM Hi my name is Josh and I have recently come across an unusual bottle which I have been informed it is of some value. I have searched to the best of my ability however I have no results. I wonder if using your expertise you could give me some information on its origin etc. It is a uniformed shape tall and slim, with a deep blue coloured glass. And the words printed on it are 'HUNTSWAN RESTOGRAI'. If you have any possible information regarding the bottle I would appreciate a reply to this e-mail address tempest_flux. However if it is unknown to you thank you for your time. Josh.
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From: Barry
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Info On Bottle
Date: 06/23/2005 8:07:16 PM My name is Barry Scruggins. I live in Louisiana. I have a bottle that I cannot find out any info on. I hope you can help. I will send you a few pictures of the bottle. It has never been opened. It is a medicine bottle. It is 4 ½ “ tall and 1 ¾ “ in with. It has a screw on cap. The box is pretty ragged. The bottle has never been opened. The label is in pretty good condition. It was Used for upset stomach & diarrhea. If you can’t help maybe you might know someone who can. The name is Brodie’s Astringent Cordial. It was prepared solely by I. L. LYONS & COMPANY, Ltd New Orleans, LA EST 1866 I am not really sure of its age. I would surely appreciate any help you could give me. Thanks and Have a great day. Sincerely, Barry J. Scruggins Attachment N1: MVC-018S. JPG Attachment N2: MVC-019S. JPG Attachment N3: MVC-023S. JPG Attachment N4: MVC-024S. JPG
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From: Karen Wallace sunset54819
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: duraglas bottle
Date: 06/23/2005 3:50:09 PM Dear Digger: My name is Karen and my dog dug up an old brown duraglas bottle. Enclosed is a picture of the bottle and would like to know what it might have been used for and maybe the price of it. It measures 3 1/2" tall with a 1 3/4" width at the widest part. It is a six sided bottle with the front and the back panels measuring 1" the sides are a combination of three panelseach measuring almost 1 3/4". The mouth is 1". It looks like it had a screw on type lid. The mold seem does go straight up and over the lip. There are no markings on the front, back or sides, just a brown glass. The bottom is marked with the OI inside of an elonged diamond with a 4 to the left of the diamond( I blieve this is plant 4-Clarksburg, W VA), it has a 20 to the right (date code?) and a 2 at the bottom of the elonged diamond (mold code?) above the elonged diamond is the number 66. It has script duraglas and the bottom is a checkered type glass. Please I would be extremely interested in any info. Thanks Karen
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From: Bonnie
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Help on history of a wine bottle
Date: 06/23/2005 3:09:38 PM My mother (80 years old) has a bottle of wine she received many years ago (never opened). She's like information about it. Several labels - "Italian Wine" "Bottled by Casa Vinicola" Bardi Ubaldo - Cortalldo-Firenze. Imported by Milford CO. , LA - Casa Cameri Novara. The bottle is very odd - looks like a Native American totem pole! Any help would be appreciated - if you can point me to one of your books - I'll buy it for her. Thanks so much. Bonnie
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From: ricoirma ricoirma
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle Stoppers
Date: 06/23/2005 9:44:09 AM I have several whiskey, bourbon, and scotch bottle decanters that the stoppers are bad. The tops have two plastic washers, between the two washer is a cork. How or where can I find replacements? The bottles are is good condition, but the stoppers are bad and do not sit or seal firmly. Need help. Thanks
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From: Kenneth Rudd kenneth
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle enquiry
Date: 06/23/2005 8:13:52 AM Hi Recently in my garden I came across a bottle in mint condition. It is tall (approximately 9 inches) and thin and square. It has a normal bottle neck and says Camp Coffee & Chicory on the side. Ive been told it cant be that old 70yrs max. I just wondered whether you have any idea about it? Many thanks for your help Yours faithfully f
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From: Lois Corey
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Hayer's Patent Combination Lock Stopper
Date: 06/23/2005 10:51:06 AM I also have a bottle stopper as listed below on your site. Is it of any consequence? Can you put me in touch with "Carol Bitting" to see what she found. Thanks for any help on determining value. Lois Corey
From: Carol Bitting
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Hayner combination lock stopper
Date: 13-09-2004 I have a Hayner's patent combination lock stopper- Patented April 20, 1897. It is in a box with instructions on how to use. It is a dial lock. Does it have any value? Thank you for your time. N. C. Bitting
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From: John Honus
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: PRIVY QUESTION
Date: 06/23/2005 1:04:51 AM Hi Digger, Last year a purchased your book on digging privys. I started to dig my first one on Tuesday. It was wood lined, about 4 foot by 4 foot, but I cannot tell how deep it is. We're down about 8 feet and seem to have hit a wooden floor. Is this possible? I was not aware that they put bottoms into out houses. My question is, Is this the bottom and should we stop digging? With this being out first it has been a learning experience. Thanks for your help. John
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From: Jackie Bruso
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle Information
Date: 06/22/2005 11:35:23 PM Hi Digger. I'm looking for information about a bottle that says "J and E Mahoney" it also says Norfolk Virginia on it. It looks to be like a medicine bottle. Any information will help. Thanks you, Raymond
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From: lafrogger lafrogger
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Emailing: bottle 008. jpg, bottle 009. jpg, bottle 001. jpg, bottle 002. jpg, bottle 003. jpg, bottle 006. jpg, bottle 007. jpg
Date: 06/22/2005 10:48:07 PM Hello Digger, Thanks for a very interesting website and all your info in the past that has really help me id some bottles I have dug in the past. My neighbor is from Akrin Ohio and he has brought two interesting bottles that his mother has had since the 40's or 50's. One of the bottles is a E. G. Booz Bottle that has a purpleish color that has and meets all of the following from your website. It has a beveled roof that has a flake smaller than your little pinky nail at the corner such as GVII-4 indicates. I am sending pictures that are not the best but I can take better ones if the purpleish color doesn't give it away as one of the fakes. Here are your facts from the website and all of these are meet. The other bottle is a barbados rum that has a harbor police hat. Any info as of value, age, or any other info you could give would be greatly appreciated. 1) The Clevenger Repro has no period after the "Y" in Whiskey on the right side looking at the back. Some originals may be missing the period because of a dirty mold or an under blown example. 2) The Whitney Booz lacks the period following the word "Whiskey" on the roof. 3) The Clevenger Booz and Whitney Booz bottles have a diagonal mold seam running to a circular depression on the central base. 4) The Original Booz was made only in amber. Clevenger made sapphire blue and emerald green Booz bottles sometime in the 1960s. Other colors reported include Jersey green, colonial blue, vaseline, amethyst, and ruby red. Other glass houses used the Clevenger mold as well into the 1960s. EMBOSSING ON AN ORIGINAL: Front Roof: "E. G. BOOZ'S / OLD CABIN / WHISKEY" Left Side: "120 WALNUT ST (there are two periods under the "T")/ PHILADELPHIA" (as you look at the front) Back Roof: "1840" Left Side: "E. G. BOOZ'S / OLD CABIN / WHISKEY" (as you look at the back) (period after WHISKEY on the side) The Mckearin's list three Booz bottles in their book "American Glass" 2) GVII-4 has a beveled roof line. apparently the glass company had difficulty with the peak of the roof breaking at the corners so the bottle was redesigned. Amber 3All three are believed to be blown from the same mold. For the latter two the roof corners were filled in. The Mckearns noted GVII-3 and 4 in shades of green. Key points to note to authenticate an original: 1) Door latch is perfectly centered and in the shape of a full lying down "S" (obverse) 2) On the Roof, the "S" is centered directly below the "C" in Cabin (obverse roof) 3) The periods in E. G. are not even with the bases of the letters. (obverse roof) 4) "K" in Whiskey the top fork is wider than the bottom fork (obverse right) 5) The base of the "G" in E. G. BOOZ'S is closed on the original open on the repros. 6) Beveled Roof varieties the cut at the ends of the roof only go into the first row of shingles. 7) There is a small flaw in a shingle on the Reverse roof of all Clevenger mold varieties in the first full shingle from the left of the third row of shingles. It looks like a small star in the top right quarter of the shingle. Some Clevenger bottles have a pontil scar. . None of the originals do. Attachment N1: bottle 008. jpg Attachment N2: bottle 009. jpg Attachment N3: bottle 001. jpg Attachment N4: bottle 002. jpg Attachment N5: bottle 003. jpg Attachment N6: bottle 006. jpg Attachment N7: bottle 007. jpg
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From: Sjcrussell
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 7 Up Green Glass bottle, Memphis Co. , Inc
Date: 06/22/2005 7:15:45 PM I found this green glass 7 oz 7 Up bottle, great shape, no nicks etc. Bottle is green glass white printing with 7up boxed in orange, lady in bathing suit with bubbles going up from hands in air Back side of bottle reads: The Fresh Up Drink Contains YOU LIKE IT IT LIKES YOU Contents 7 Fl OZS THIS trademark bottle . 7 Up Memphis Co. , Inc Memphis, Tenn : Bottom reads 094 across top ( I am pretty sure those are three numbers) second line: Duraglas third line has what appears to be a 5 then symbol then possibly a 6 fourth line: 16. Any input on this would be appreciated. Thanks
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From: Lee Collins C96Ram
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: North St. Louis Bottling Co. Pics
Date: 06/22/2005 2:59:52 PM Forgot to include picture. Thanks, Lee Attachment N1: North Bottle. jpg
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From: lena
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 06/22/2005 4:57:45 PM I was replacing some walls in my house and I found a very small bottle. the label clearly shows that it was . . cutex oily polish remover do you have any information on this. . if so please e-mail me at
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From: Trevor Smith lozza.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: white horse whisky bottle
Date: 06/22/2005 10:29:18 AM Hi just wondering if you can help me trace the origin and year of manufacture of a clear glasss whisky bottle in a cradle with a white horse head as the pourer. The label has the 8 day history of the white horse whisky on it with a date of February 1754. It held 160 fl oz and stands 63cm ( or just of 2ft ). On the label it also has DK no. 585365. Thanks Trevor
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From: Julian Gossett jdg35125
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Benj. S. Greil & Co.
Date: 06/22/2005 1:34:52 PM Digger, I am striking an interest in selling this jug. I really would like to reach the highest potential price for it and have seen several Alabama related whiskey jugs on e-bay go for a tremendous price. One surprised me, being a miniature brown whiskey jug only about 3" tall going for $300 on a buy it now sale about a year ago. There must be some big "Alabama" jug collectors out there. I have a sellers account on ebay, but tend to list items I no longer have an interest in. I had thought of listing this with a BIN or reserved price, but didn't know where to go with it. My ebay name is CantorOLL. I would appreciate any ideas that may help sell this jug. I have searched for several years for info and have never been able to obtain anything relating to when this may have been in Montgomery. That makes me think it is probably 100 +/- years old, probably pre-prohibition days. I tried to contact Alabama Bottle Collectors in Birmingham and evidently they no longer exist. I appreciate your taking time to correspond on this item. Julian --- Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.comwrote: Well I do not know the value of it exactly Being southern it probably is worth a bit more You might expect $425-$450 but you will really only know by auction. Do you want to sell it? If so let me know and I'll make several suggestions. ----- Original Message -----
From: "Julian Gossett"
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Monday, June 20, 2005 4:24 PM
Subject: RE: Benj. S. Greil & Co. Dear Digger, I am in possession of a crock whiskey jug probably a gallon size, that was used in Alabama probably around the turn of the century (1900). It is glazed in a thin tan color, with the following writing on it in a cobalt blue print, circle design. Benj. S. Greil & Co. Wholesale Liquor Dealers Montgomery, Ala The picture shows some insignia before and after city and state, and what appears to be a stick man as seen in the picture. Attached is a picture of it. Can you give me any ideas? It is very good condition as I see it. One person offered me $300 for it and I refused to sell it for not knowing the true value. Julian D. Gossett Pell City,
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From: c96ram
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: North St. Louis Bottling Co. Bottles
Date: 06/22/2005 1:38:13 AM I have 2 soda? bottles very unique in design and very heavy glass. Cast into the sides it says St. Louis Bottling Co. on the bottom of both it has 46. Possible date? One picture is attached. Please let me know if you have heard of these before and any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Lee Collins Attachment N1: North Bottle. jpg
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From: Sonia Watson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Old Coca Cola Bottles
Date: 06/22/2005 12:24:21 AM Could you please tell me the value of these old coca cola bottles? One is a commenative bottle that reads bottled under authority of the coca cola co. Atlanta, Ga. in a elongated diamond shape, with a signature of Asa J. Candler Ph. On the back of the bottle it reads 1902-75 years of bottled refreshment-1977--75th Anniversary, The Savannah Coca cola Bottling Company. This is a 10 fl. oz. bottle. One of the other bottles is a brown Coca Cola bottle with the following on the bottom. 74 6 copyright (c)in circle, 4 1578-0 Not to be refilled. This is also a 10 fl. oz. bottle. The last bottle is a Christmas 1998 Coca ColaClassic 8 fl. oz. bottle. I am emailing you a picture of the three bottles. Please respond by emailing me Thank you for your help. Attachment N1: MVC-063F. JPG Attachment N2: MVC-062F. JPG
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From: Woof60
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Fritz bottle pic
Date: 06/21/2005 5:35:50 PM Hello. Thank you very much for the info on this FRED FRITZ PHILADA bottle. Here's a B&W scan of it. Be well. Robert P. Phila, Pa. Attachment N1: fritz bottle. jpg
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From: MondiandEddie
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 06/21/2005 3:47:26 PM hi, I have recently found an old german bottle no. 87 with the name georgkreuzberg ahrweiler rheinpreussen. I believe its made out of clay pottery. can you please help me find information or maybe value of bottle. your information would be greatly appreciated. thanks, mondi ware
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From: pinkparasol2000 inkparasol2000
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle Found near old stone walll
Date: 06/21/2005 6:44:06 PM Hi, I was sitting on a stone wall near an old farmers field in CT. I saw a little glimmer of glass so I started digging at it. It was lodged under tons of roots and dirt and stones, so I knew it had been there a while. When I finally pulled it out, I saw that it was a bottle, probably a beer bottle. There was an emblem engraved on it. The bottle was an amber/ brownish hue. The glass was moderately thick. I was pretty sure it was modern, but my friend, Ms. Jones, insisted it may be rare. I know it was there for a while because it had been there long enough for some of the roots of the tree to be growing in it. Any information regarding this find would be most helpful. Thank you in advance for any identification assistance you can provide. I apologise for the lack of a picture. Sincerely, Ms. Hilary E
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From: cindy sakautzky cinsak18
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: old bottle
Date: 06/21/2005 5:23:37 PM I found two bottles in the
walls of my house, (was built in 1869). The first is a stephen sweet's
infallible liniment bottle in excellent condition, which I did see on your
website, The bottle I can't find any info on is 5" tall, rectangle, light aqua
color, embossed with George W. Williams & Co on front, druggist on one side and
Hartford Conn on the other. Would like to know more about this bottle and value
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From: Ayse Atauz aysedevrim
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: selters bottles
Date: 06/21/2005 4:28:25 PM Hi, We have been finding these Selters bottles from a shipwreck site in Norway (early 19th century, we think) We have a total of four bottles, and maybe more that we haven't seen so far Could you please suggest any sources we could check for a dating and/or provenance for these? Or tell us which books to check? Thank you very much for your help, I hope you will get a chance to get back to us quickly, Ayse Devrim Atauz Attachment N1: T2319425_seltersbottle. jpg Attachment N2: T2319426_seltersbottle. jpg Attachment N3: T2319429_seltersB9kork. jpg
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From: Lorianteau
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: (no subject)
Date: 06/21/2005 10:21:09 AM Thank you! My uncle, Jack Blevins, does neat metalwork. I believe he goes under his middle name, Gardner. If, by chance, you do come across it, give my Aunt Gail (I call her Mavis) a howdee and tell her their favorite wild woman California niece sends her best. You ought to, for fun, check out Uncle Jack's work. I'm a learnin', Digger, and thanks for the advice. Happy first day of summer! Laurie
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From: Gustavo Ballesteros
To: 'jaok20@bottlebook' jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 06/21/2005 11:57:28 AM I've inherited some very interesting decanters, some of which are very rare. What would be the best outlet for finding price guides and selling them. Thank you for your time Andrew Please write me back at Andrewframer
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From: scott cowan captscow1
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: round base green glass bottle
Date: 06/21/2005 11:18:39 AM Dear Sirs, I have a green glass bottle which I believe is hand blown due to the air bubbles in the glass, the bottle stands about 9'' tall and the base is round and narrows upto the top, there is no indent on the bottom or sides (it will not stand up on its own) With this information could you tell me the value and year . thank you very much: Scott Cowan --------------------------------- Dear Sirs, I have a green glass bottle which I believe is hand blown due to the air bubbles in the glass, the bottle stands about 9'' tall and the base is round and narrows upto the top, there is no indent on the bottom or sides (it will not stand up on its own) With this information could you tell me the value and year . thank you very much: Scott Cowan
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From: Cesarism Cesari
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Wm Radams Microbe Killer Pat 1887
Date: 06/21/2005 9:54:11 AM Hello My father just dug up one and was wondering what the value of it might be if we wanted to sell it. It is in PERFECT condition--it was found under a metal coal shovel in PA. I have seen prices from $90-$200--want to know realistically what it could go for. THanks Suzanne It looks exactly like this one found in this link: http://www. greatantiquebottle/713text. html --
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From: Amy White
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 06/21/2005 3:09:27 AM Hi Digger! I stumbled upon your site while researching some older bottles we have. My parents gave them to me several years ago. The wine decanter was their wedding gift in the 1970's, and the Rum bottle was my Grandfathers. Neither decanters have any signatures on them so I have no idea who the maker is. I am including some descriptions below. If at all possible, I would like to know who made these bottles, what year they were made and if they have any value. Any help would be very appreciated. Crystal Decanter Description: 16" tall from base to stopper. Clear Color - Crystal Bubble Stopper & interesting Lip Shape - curved upwards like pottery Etched Design Tear Drop shaped base with a long slender neck. The base is also textured with a star like etching. Their are no labels or company embossments The condition is Perfect, other than some minor stopper nicks near the base. Rum Bottle Description: Lip is similar to the applied blob 12" from base to top of stopper Clear Color No Labels or embossing, only the word "rum" painted in gold in a script font The condition is Perfect, other than some a crack in the stopper as well as nicks near the stopper base. There are a few bubbles in the glass on the base. Base of bottle: smooth & round, other than the circular indent that leads into the inside of the bottle Thanks! Amy White 843. 452. 4252 Attachment N1: decanters. jpg
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From: Lewis Wagner
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Saturday, June 18, 2005 7:14 PM
Subject: Mr. G. L. Grigg Dear Mr. Digger, I am a well known antique gun collector here in Tucson AZ and about a year ago I bought a Jeffery very rare Elephant gun in cal. 577 by 3 and a qaurter magnum Express. I was able to get a letter from Jeffery's company which is out of business now that the gun was made in 1897 but they did not know who bought it, the gun dealer I bought it from claims that he bought it in Saint Louis from a well to do family and claimed it belonged to one of the founders of the 7 Up company in Saint Louis who would have been G. L Grigg, I have had no luck in finding a live family member to confirm this story nor will the gun dealer put me in touch with their client. Do you have any knowledge of any of the founders of the 7 Up company who were big game hunters in Africa or India or had any History of big gameing. Waiting to hear from you. Historian and Collector, Lewis Wagner, Tucson AZ
From: Digger
To: Lewis Wagner Sent: Monday, June 20, 2005 10:18 AM
Subject: Re: Mr. G. L. Grigg C. L. Grigg was born 1868 he could have purchased the gun but he would have been only Thirty at the time and had not made his fortune. He started the Howdy Company in 1920 and then Seven-up in 1928. His son H. C. Grigg took over after Charles' death in 1940. Your best bet would be to search issues of such trade journals as "American Bottler Magazine" or National Bottlers Gazette and the Southern Carbonator and Bottler in those journals they regularly give "personals" which would include such announcements as a hunting trip to Africa. Please visit my web site at http://www. bottlebook Digger ----- Original Message -----
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From: drmja5
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: coca cola glass jug 1 Gal.
Date: 06/20/2005 8:27:16 PM I would like to know the value and history? I cannot find this jug with this label on any site I have visited. The jug is in excellent condition and the label is not ripped and has a{Des. Pat. 184991} on the neck. It's 12 inches in height and has a twist cap. Both my older brothers work at the coca cola plant in ma. and can't find any information on it and other bosses have never heard of it with that label. I've done alittle history search of my own and from what I can tell it was made at the management office in Atlanta, Ga and was done around 1845. Any information or value would be greatly appreciated. Thank you Thank you, Dale Adams Date: 6/17/2005 Attachment N1: Bottle 001. jpg Attachment N2: Bottle 002. jpg Attachment N3: Bottle 003. jpg Attachment N4: Bottle 004. jpg Attachment N5: Bottle 005. jpg
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From: Joe and Gina
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Post prohibition bottle - Continental Distilling Corp. (Philadelphia)
Date: 06/20/2005 8:05:48 PM ----- Original Message -----
From: Joe and Gina
To: jaok20@bottlesbook Sent: Monday, June 20, 2005 6:53 PM
Subject: Post prohibition bottle - Continental Distilling Corp. (Philadelphia) I retrieved a whiskey bottle from a cistern that has been covered over for many years by a building complex. My question is this; about how old is it, and when did the company go out of business if they did? Wording on the bottom of the bottle: CONTINENTAL DISTILLING CORP. PHILA PA D18 2 18 8. The 2 after PA 18 is subscripted. The character after 18 is a compressed square, or two triangles end to end. Color: Clear Height: 8" Type: ABM Closier: Aluminum Screw Cap Base: Slight concave There is crest in a circle but I cant make out what it is. The face of the bottle has a place for a label. The rest of the face of the bottle is covered with flattened squares (as describe above) extending onto the sides. I'm more curious about the history of the bottle than the value, if there is any. Thanks for your attention, John Your answer: John, there is not probably much value to the bottle except as personal interest in where you got it. . The lack of the "Federal Law Prohibits the reuse " suggests a pre-prohibition date possibly around 1915-1918, but it could be as late as 1929. There were thousands of distilling companies at that time. I was not able to find information on yours. Digger. Now, my similar bottle states, "Federal Law Forbids Sale or Re-Use or This Bottle" (Please see the pictures, attached. ) The markings on the bottle are as follows: CONTINENTAL DISTILLING CORP D-18 14 B 5 6 PHILADELPHIA, PA I was wondering if you could age and give an approximate value of the bottle. I figured the bottle to be around the 1930s. Thanks, Gina Newman Attachment N1: Apple Blossom Left Border. jpg Attachment N2: DCP_1417. JPG Attachment N3: DCP_1411. JPG Attachment N4: DCP_1412. JPG Attachment N5: DCP_1413. JPG Attachment N6: DCP_1414. JPG Attachment N7: DCP_1415. JPG Attachment N8: DCP_1416. JPG
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From: Joe and Gina
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 06/20/2005 6:29:54 PM Hi Digger, when researching a bottle I bought at a yard sale, I found a question and answer on your website that will give you a little background. I read: I retrieved a whiskey bottle from a cistern that has been covered over for many years by a building complex. My question is this; about how old is it, and when did the company go out of business if they did? Wording on the bottom of the bottle: CONTINENTAL DISTILLING CORP. PHILA PA D18 2 18 8. The 2 after PA 18 is subscripted. The character after 18 is a compressed square, or two triangles end to end. Color: Clear Height: 8" Type: ABM Closier: Aluminum Screw Cap Base: Slight concave There is crest in a circle but I cant make out what it is. The face of the bottle has a place for a label. The rest of the face of the bottle is covered with flattened squares (as describe above) extending onto the sides. I'm more curious about the history of the bottle than the value, if there is any. Thanks for your attention, John Your answer: John, there is not probably much value to the bottle except as personal interest in where you got it. . The lack of the "Federal Law Prohibits the reuse " suggests a pre-prohibition date possibly around 1915-1918, but it could be as late as 1929. There were thousands of distilling companies at that time. I was not able to find information on yours. Digger. Now, my similar bottle states, "Federal Law Forbids Sale or Re-Use or This Bottle" (Please see the pictures, attached. )
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From: Larry Brewer
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Glass Turtle Flask
Date: 06/20/2005 6:05:26 PM Hi Digger, Can you tell me anything about this glass Turtle Flask with Merry Xmas on the turtle's tummy? Thanks, Larry Attachment N1: flask1. jpg
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From: Julian Gossett jdg35125
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: RE: Benj. S. Greil & Co.
Date: 06/20/2005 4:24:25 PM Dear Digger, I am in possession of a crock whiskey jug probably a gallon size, that was used in Alabama probably around the turn of the century (1900). It is glazed in a thin tan color, with the following writing on it in a cobalt blue print, circle design. Benj. S. Greil & Co. Wholesale Liquor Dealers Montgomery, Ala The picture shows some insignia before and after city and state, and what appears to be a stick man as seen in the picture. Attached is a picture of it. Can you give me any ideas? It is very good condition as I see it. One person offered me $300 for it and I refused to sell it for not knowing the true value. Julian D. Gossett Pell City, Alabama
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From: JoJoClefRose
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Info on found bottle
Date: 06/20/2005 11:40:19 AM Dr. White's Specialty for Diptheria Any info?? Thanks - I have not been able to locate in any bottle collecting books.
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From: kendrasquest
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Bottle Question
Date: 06/20/2005 2:54:45 PM My mother-in-law has found a glass bottle with CB 1935 on the bottom. It's a 1 quart liquid bottle do you have any info on this? it also has Sealed BB48 Registered on it. later Kendra Stafford
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From: Langen, Doug L Doug.
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Newark, Ohio
Date: 06/20/2005 12:58:00 PM Hi Digger, I found a bottle that is 7 1/2 inches tall. It's clear. It says "Coca Cola Bottling Works" Then it says "Newark, O" I'm new at this, but mold seam seems to go all the way thru top of lip. On the heel it has a large capital "E" and "24 N" Probably meaning 1924, Everett Glass Bottling Co? Anymore history and value? I see you are in Mason, I'm from west side of Cincy now living in Newark. Thanks for your help. Doug DSCF0108. Attachment N1: DSCF0108. JPG
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From: BradleyJen77
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 06/20/2005 8:02:28 AM Hello Digger, I have a brown with rounded glass bottle about 9 inches high by 4 1/2 inches wide with rounded corners top and bottom. It has a picture of a man on one side. He has on a uniform with a big buccaneer hat on and in the background are men in uniform on the deck of a ship. The picture of the main man is from below the shoulders and has braid on the shoulders. It is all in glass and stands out on the bottle. On the bottom of the bottle are the numbers 6 a symbol and then a 4. Beneath that, is a large 7. The cork is still in the bottle but the label is on but has no lettering left on it. Can you help me with what kind it is and if it may be valuable? It was given to me 40 years ago, just like it is and they knew nothing about its origin. Thank you, Jenny Bradley
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From: Shannon Swainston
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: genie bottles from india
Date: 06/19/2005 11:02:13 PM Hi, my name is Shannon and I live in Idaho. I have some old hand made genie type bottles made in india. The bottoms of them have India j140 hand dotted on the bottoms. Each one has a different number and letter. They also have hand carved designs of leaves on them. The tops of them have the pointed tip and they open and close. They look like brass but I'm not sure. I will have to take some pictures of them. I was wondering how much they may be worth and what they are exactly. I will send a picture for you to look at. Thanks
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From: Ellis
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Unusual metal container with glass jug??
Date: 06/19/2005 9:55:20 PM Hello! This clear glass jug is about 16 inches tall, 9 inches diameter. Mold seam runs up and over the lip. Approx holds 2 gallons. Jug is enclosed in a perforated metal mesh that surrounds the jug, and has a built in handle. There is a nut and bolt at the neck of the bottle that releases the jug from it's metal container. The metal holder also has a mysterious metal attachment (see detail photo) about 3 inches up from the bottom, which protrudes slightly and has an indented opening in the back as if to slide into or onto something. Any ideas of what this jug with holder was used for? We would like to use it to make wine in, but were afraid it may have been used for toxins. any assistance is very much appreciated. Thank you!! Ellis and Ingrid Attachment N1: IMG_2342. JPG Attachment N2: IMG_2344. JPG Attachment N3: IMG_2340. JPG Attachment N4: IMG_2341. JPG
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From: Judith Gosbee
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bourbon whiskey bottle
Date: 06/19/2005 8:35:33 PM Hello, I have a brown flask type bottle with a stainless steel screw on cap the size of a jigger. It has the words "Bourbon de Lux Whiskey" in fancy letters on the front. The bottom says "U. D. LTD. Vancouver Canada. The front also has the date April 1931. Is this bottle worth anything? How would I find out and where could I sell it? Judith Gosbee
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From: David Flicker
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject:
Date: 06/19/2005 8:24:32 PM Dear Digger, My sister and I were digging in our back yard and I happened to stumble upon a glass bottle about 4" deep in the ground (in Brenham, TX). It is clear and is stained on the inside with soil. It is about 3" tall and has an embossing base. Down one side the words GEBHARDT EAGLE are embossed. Down the other side the words CHILI POWDER are embossed. On the bottom it says DES. PAT'D 15 1 (the 1 is circled). It has a screw top. The shape is rectangular. I would like to know how old it is and how much it is worth.
Sincerly, Julia Flicker
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From: VSVD
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 1923 monopole champagne bottle
Date: 06/19/2005 2:19:17 PM Hello Digger My father in law recently came into possession of a bottle of champagne brand name Heidsieck an Company from France it also says on the label Dry Monopole champagne 1923 appointed to HM King George the Fifth. It is a 13 fluid oz. brown bottle and stands about 10 1/2 inches high, there is a brass spout going into the cork. There is still about a 1/4 of liquid remaining in the bottle. Mr Digger your assistance would be greatly appreciated. thank you Vincent
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From: joy smith
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: GLASS BOTTLE?????
Date: 06/19/2005 5:20:09 PM Digger, I have found this small bottle that has a cone shaped piece of rubber over the top of the glass dropper , which could only be to suck what ever was in the bottle. The bottle is only around 3 to 3 1/2 inches high and on the front has an emblem that is long and has points at both ends. , right above it is a dollar sign and then right under it is a number 12 and a line and the number 18. now on the bottom it has written NEUTRAGLAS with that funny emblem that was on the front with the letter K in it and then right under it is the number 8 and then under that is U. S. A. Please tell me if you find any thing and about what it might be wroth? PLEASE?? Willie Digger, I have found this small bottle that has a cone shaped piece of rubber over the top of the glass dropper , which could only be to suck what ever was in the bottle. The bottle is only around 3 to 3 1/2 inches high and on the front has an emblem that is long and has points at both ends. , right above it is a dollar sign and then right under it is a number 12 and a line and the number 18. now on the bottom it has written NEUTRAGLAS with that funny emblem that was on the front with the letter K in it and then right under it is the number 8 and then under that is U. S. A. ; Please tell me if you find any thing and about what it might be wroth? PLEASE?? ; Willie /DIV
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From: KEVIN BAUERBACH
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottles
Date: 06/19/2005 12:22:13 PM I picked up a martin h smith co heroin bottle at yard sale would like to know what it is worth I picked up a martin h smith co heroin bottle at yard sale would like to know what it is worth
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From: John VanDyke
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: antique decanter
Date: 06/19/2005 9:44:07 AM We think this decanter was brought over from Friesland by my grandmother in 1912. I have included the picture and the picture of the bottom. Could you tell me anything about this piece? Thank you, John Attachment N1: 43164671_137852589_0. jpg Attachment N2: 43164671_137852590_0. jpg
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From: cableguy860
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Tremont Bottle
Date: 06/19/2005 9:04:38 AM I noticed you were looking for info on a Tremont bottle. I was wondering what if anything you had found out. My wife’s great grandfather started the tremont bottling company and I was looking for any info you could give me. Thanks Scott
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From: Bonnie swamproses
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Amazing beautiful blown wine or whiskey bottle from ???
Date: 06/19/2005 1:18:19 AM Thank you forever for the info. It is truly appreciated. It blows me away to think a bottle that old could be worth so little---well, to me it's worth much more, and I thank you again. I will definately be visiting your site again, and also telling my friends about it. Bonnie ----- Original Message -----
From: Digger
To: Bonnie Sent: Saturday, June 18, 2005 2:20 PM
Subject: Re: Amazing beautiful blown wine or whiskey bottle from ??? you have a pinch bottle and yes it is old perhaps 1850s in clear they are in much less demand so much less $$ $40-50 Please visit my web site at http://www. bottlebook Digger ----- Original Message -----
From: Bonnie
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Friday, June 17, 2005 7:50 PM
Subject: Amazing beautiful blown wine or whiskey bottle from ??? Hi Digger, and thank you for the great web pages, and for this generousity you show to all the folks who write. As most do, I also have a question for you about my treasured bottle that's driven me nuts for many years. I purchase this glass decanter [I would think blown, for it contains no seams at all] around 1978. The flea market had it displayed on a shelf in full sun which drew my immediate attention, for it sparkled like a million diamonds. It stands 12 inches high with the heavy glass stopper inserted and 10 without. It has a wide mouth of 2 inches, but only a 7/8 inch pouring hole. It is hourglass shaped [I think] with four blown handles or pipes, or whatever they are. Each of those are about 1/2 in across but 5 in long and are a part of the bottle. When it is full or partially filled these pipes fill also. The bottle width including across the bottom is four inches. I would like to know anything of the history of this bottle and its worth if possible. Thanks again sincerely, Bonnie from AL Attachment N1: Bottle with 4 handles my cam. jpg
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From: Mike Ruplinger springmill75
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottles I have received
Date: 06/19/2005 12:21:09 AM Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="0-1949406446-1119154869=:77059" Hi Digger, My dad has passed away and I have inherited some of his bottles. The Korvel site seems so confusing to me as far as finding value or info on bottles. I am going to send you a picture of a coffin poison bottle I have. Can you tell me more about it?. I am sending a picture It has raised points on it so touching it in the dark you can tell it's a poison bottle. It has a wreath and "r. i. p. " on it. It says "Wheaton N. J. " on the bottom. It has other numbers and symbols on the bottom and front. It is roughly 5" tall. If you don't mind may I ask you more questions about other bottles I have? Thank you, Mike --------------------------------- Hi Digger, ; ; My dad has passed away and I have inherited some of his bottles. The Korvel site seems so confusing to me as far as finding value or info on bottles. I am going to send you a picture of a coffin poison bottle I have. Can you tell me more about it?. I am sending a picture ; It has raised points on it so touching it in the dark you can tell it's a poison bottle. It has a wreath and "r. i. p. " on it. It says "Wheaton N. J. " on the bottom. It has other numbers and symbols on the bottom and front. It is roughly 5" tall. ; If you don't mind may I ask you more questions about other bottles I have? ; Thank you, ; Mike --0-1949406446-1119154869=:77059--
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From: Patrick Scoggin
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Fogle Whisky
Date: 06/18/2005 11:22:39 PM Good evning. Sorry to bother you but you seem to be the expert in your area so I am doing a family history and a great great grandfather was one Felix Fogle of KY. His obiturary read: "Felix Fogle died Sunday New Haven (62 years old) of Paralysis, Feb 1898 Survived by wife and 4 children 2 of a former marriage who was a Miss Dawson. His last wife was Belle Ballard dau of Proctor Ballard of Dand Ky. He was a carpenter by trade. He erected J. M. Acherton Co. Plant Mr. Atherton named one of his famous brands of Whisky Felix Fogle. He afterward engaged in Hotel Business at New Haven, farming and furniture business. He was a member of City Council, New Haven. Buried at St Catherine's Cem. " I would love to find a photograph of a bottle of "Felix Fogle" whisky. I wonder if you can lead me to a source for such a thing. any infromation would be appreciated. thank you Patrick Scoggin
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From: Plowboss
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: ardo cherry wine bottle with kaiser clock in center
Date: 06/18/2005 6:50:20 PM hi, I recently purchased a bottle of girolamo luxardo cherry wine, old bottle, never opened with a wind up clock (kaiser) in the center of bottle. don't know how old it is but my guess is its from 1930's or 40's, do you think this is accurate? please reply, plowboss
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From: Jim Katchum
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 2 Hard Ones
Date: 06/19/2005 1:51:31 AM Hi Digger, I have a couple I can't find in any books I own or on the net. The first, which I'll simply describe is a worcestershire sauce. You know what they look like. This one, though, is embossed 'HORTON'S AMERICAN WOCESTERSHIRE SAUCE' and it's very crude. 7" x 2", applied double collar lip, the lower ring smaller than the top. Center post mold. Looks American made to me. Found in 1850's-70's glass, mostly pontil stuff. It wasn't listed in the Zumwalt book. The second is a Geyser Soda from San Francisco(?) and dug in a Maine dump. Somewhat uncommon to find quat sodas in this region, much less one from California. The only other geyser soda I could find was the relatively common EL Billings hutch. This is embossed 'CONNOLLY & Bro SF/GEYSER SODA', teal, applied top, no pontil, 7" x 2". It's also a real groaner because 100+ years ago, the previous owners used it for tree pitch glue (3/4 full when found with rod still inside it, mostly hardened) and they stirred/retrieved this gunk with a coat hanger-like rod and chewed the lip severely. Only 1/8" isn't chipped. I kept it as I suspected maybe someone would want to restore it if it's as rare as I suspect it might be. Thanks much for any info and all the best to you and yours, Jim K. , Maine Attachment N1: connolly1. JPG Attachment N2: connolly2. JPG
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From: Jim Katchum
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: 2 Hard Ones
Date: 06/19/2005 1:50:13 AM Hi Digger, I have a couple I can't find in any books I own or on the net. The first, which I'll simply describe is a worcestershire sauce. You know what they look like. This one, though, is embossed 'HORTON'S AMERICAN WOCESTERSHIRE SAUCE' and it's very crude. 7" x 2", applied double collar lip, the lower ring smaller than the top. Center post mold. Looks American made to me. Found in 1850's-70's glass, mostly pontil stuff. It wasn't listed in the Zumwalt book. The second is a Geyser Soda from San Francisco(?) and dug in a Maine dump. Somewhat uncommon to find quat sodas in this region, much less one from California. The only other geyser soda I could find was the relatively common EL Billings hutch. This is embossed 'CONNOLLY & Bro SF/GEYSER SODA', teal, no pontil, 7" x 2". It's also a real groaner because 100+ years ago, the previous owners used it for tree pitch glue (3/4 full when found with rod still inside it, mostly hardened) and they stirred/retrieved this gunk with a coat hanger-like rod and chewed the top severely. only 1/8" isn't chipped. I kept it as I suspected maybe someone would want to restore it if it's as rare as I suspect it might be. Thanks much for any info and all the best to you and yours, Jim K. , Maine Attachment N1: connolly1. JPG Attachment N2: connolly2. JPG
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From: Dustin
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: blown bottle
Date: 06/18/2005 11:08:51 PM Dear Digger, I came across what appears to be an old whiskey bottle that has no seams. It has a blown top but I am not sure if the entire bottle is blown. It is a nice amber color and I think it has a pontil on the bottom. There are no cracks but a few nicks near the bottom. I was curious if it was worth anything like other blown bottles. Here are some pictures of it. Thank you very much for your help. Attachment N1: DCP_0001_3. JPG Attachment N2: DCP_0002_3. JPG Attachment N3: DCP_0003_3. JPG Attachment N4: DCP_0004_2. JPG
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From: Lewis Wagner Wagner206
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Mr. G. L. Grigg
Date: 06/18/2005 7:14:58 PM Dear Mr. Digger, I am a well known antique gun collector here in Tucson AZ and about a year ago I bought a Jeffery very rare Elephant gun in cal. 577 by 3 and a qaurter magnum Express. I was able to get a letter from Jeffery's company which is out of business now that the gun was made in 1897 but they did not know who bought it, the gun dealer I bought it from claims that he bought it in Saint Louis from a well to do family and claimed it belonged to one of the founders of the 7 Up company in Saint Louis who would have been G. L Grigg, I have had no luck in finding a live family member to confirm this story nor will the gun dealer put me in touch with their client. Do you have any knowledge of any of the founders of the 7 Up company who were big game hunters in Africa or India or had any History of big gameing. Waiting to hear from you. Historian and Collector, Lewis Wagner, Tucson AZ
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From: Sylviamsh
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: BottleQuestion
Date: 06/18/2005 2:21:13 PM What about a brown bottle that at one time had Magic in it, it is a 1/2 gallon size with a date in the 50's?
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From: Woody jbrannon9999
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: I'm sorry
Date: 06/18/2005 5:15:47 PM Almost all my questions were answered by your website!!! I just was not looking in the right place for the answers . Thanks for taking the time to help me out! Woody
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From: CPKHAGGIS
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: fake codd bottle
Date: 06/18/2005 12:29:07 PM Digger: Thanks for your response. I got busy taking the fake paint off, almost finished after about a hour and a half, the bottle scoots of the table, falls on the floor, breaks, all I have left is a marble!!!. What an experience. Will be much more alert from here on in. Thanks, Chris
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From: Ed Wilson wilsoned64
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: Pontil scar cracks
Date: 06/18/2005 3:50:38 PM Hi Digger. I'd alreadly visited your site many times. I'm writing for two reasons. Regarding the cobalt blue Pond's Extract / Catarrah Remedy Bottle you're offering, I assume this is one you dug. Has it been cleaned other than by soap and water? If it has not been cleaned otherwise will you accept $90. 00 post paid? And secondly, do you offer a discount on purchasing a complete set of your price guides? What would be the cost for two sets? Best regards, Edward
From: "Digger" jaok20@bottlebooks.com
To: "Ed Wilson" wilsoned64
Subject: Re: Pontil scar cracks
Date: Wed, 1 Jun 2005 18:26:49 -0400 Often they do, especially on a more common pontil bottle. I'd say maybe 20%. Please visit my web site at http://www. bottlebook Digger ----- Original Message -----
From: Ed Wilson
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Wednesday, June 01, 2005 6:15 PM
Subject: Pontil scar cracks Hello Digger. I have a crude, first generation DAVIS VEGETABLE PAIN KILLER bottle, 4. 5 inches tall, very light aqua, inward rolled lip. I know this bottle isn't considered rare. My question concerns the jagged pontil mark, which has two obvious cracks, almost certainly done when the glass blower broke off the pontil rod. The cracks do not extend into the bottle proper, which shows no damage except a very light haze on the back side from reposing beneath a barn for a century and a half. Do the presence of these cracks in the pontil scar devalue the bottle? If so, to what extent? Thank you for your answer, Edward.
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From: farisl
To: jaok20bottlebookscom jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: George Dickel Souvenir Bottle
Date: 06/18/2005 3:09:56 PM My father has a George Dickel 27 Year Commerative Souvenir bottle. The dark-brown crook-neck bottle has a leather base around the bottom and a leather strap around the crook-neck. There is a leather handle connecting the two with a lether cord holding the cork stopper. On the bottle, it has imprinted: "Dickel-Tennessee First Bottling October 1964, 1/4 Gallon" on the side and "27 years of stubborness but we made it" around the bottom of the bottle. Do you have any information on this bottle and its worth? I can obtain and send a picture if necessary. Thank you.
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From: Woody jbrannon9999
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Is this a flask?
Date: 06/18/2005 3:03:06 PM Attachment N1: 100_1974. JPG Attachment N2: 100_1978. JPG Attachment N3: 100_1974. JPG Attachment N4: 100_1978. JPG
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From: Woody jbrannon9999
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: What kind of bottle is this?
Date: 06/18/2005 3:01:46 PM Any idea? I can find nothing on the net about any of these bottles, I am very new to this but I find it exciting to hunt and find old bottles! If I am being a pain just let me know . . Thanks, Woody Attachment N1: 100_1984. JPG Attachment N2: 100_1985. JPG Attachment N3: 100_1984. JPG Attachment N4: 100_1985. JPG
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From: Woody jbrannon9999
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Christian Moerlein Brewing Co.
Date: 06/18/2005 2:58:07 PM Found this one in a creek . . lol any ifo on it? Attachment N1: 100_1980. JPG Attachment N2: 100_1982. JPG Attachment N3: 100_1983. JPG Attachment N4: 100_1980. JPG Attachment N5: 100_1982. JPG Attachment N6: 100_1983. JPG
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From: CPKHAGGIS
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: fake codd bottle
Date: 06/18/2005 10:50:09 AM Dear Digger: I am a new codd bottle collector, and recently purchased two fakes on ebay and now am wondering if a codd I bought in Brechin, Angus, Scotland at an antique store last year is also a fake. The bottle is a streaky pinkish/rose color with several bubbles in the glass. On the front it reads Liddel in an upward arc, then at the bottom in a downward arc it reads Stirling. There are no other markings on the bottle. I think I just answered my own question. While researching the net, I read that if it was a fake color it would come off with nail polish remover. Well, low and behold the red came off the bottle!!! I am still interested to know if this bottle is old and worth anything. I would appreciate any information you can provide. Thank you, Chris in Louisiana
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From: Woody jbrannon9999
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Another bottle I found with the first bottle
Date: 06/18/2005 2:44:47 PM Courios about this one too. Thanks, Woody Attachment N1: 100_1925. JPG Attachment N2: 100_1926. JPG Attachment N3: 100_1932. JPG Attachment N4: 100_1933. JPG Attachment N5: 100_1925. JPG Attachment N6: 100_1926. JPG Attachment N7: 100_1932. JPG Attachment N8: 100_1933. JPG
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From: Woody jbrannon9999
To: Digger jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Re: question
Date: 06/18/2005 2:40:08 PM Thank you very much, I have a question before I got your e-mail I talked to my Aunt ( which is a koehler) she was born in 1913 and she said it was her Great Great Grandfathers factory that went out of business in 1872, it was open for about 15 years, I also checked with the Meigs County Historical Society and they have no record of the factory at all but their records only go back to 1880 . . so could it have been made in this era? I am in no way trying to doubt your expertise in any way . I was just curious . . but thanks alot for the info . . also do you have books that you have written that I could buy? Just again I wanted to say thanks and I'm looking forward to your response, Woody ----- Original Message -----
From: Digger
To: Woody Sent: Saturday, June 18, 2005 11:37 AM
Subject: Re: question There are two known earlier variants of this bottle in the Hutchinson form which list for about $10. Locally they might be more interesting to collectors than state-wide or nationally. Yours is a later version 1910-1918 I guess the rarity to be scarce but not rare and the value at $8 Please visit my web site at http://www. bottlebook Digger ----- Original Message -----
From: Woody
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com Sent: Friday, June 17, 2005 5:30 PM
Subject: question I have found this bottle in Meigs county Ohio in the town of Pomeroy, I would like to know the age, rarity, value and history if possible. No one really knows anything about it around here so I hope you can help me out. Thanks, Woody Attachment N1: 100_1916. JPG Attachment N2: 100_1927. JPG Attachment N3: 100_1921. JPG
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From: Ja Kemp
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Black Glass Bottle
Date: 06/18/2005 5:43:06 AM Hello Digger I was wondering if you could help me value a bottle, it is a Black Glass bottle, seal of AVH on the shoulder, stands about 30cm tall. I appreciate your assistance, Kind Regards Steve.
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From: MCic106257
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 06/18/2005 4:39:10 AM Sir: Have what appears to be a silver thermos container has the trade mark of American Thermos Bottle Co. of New York. . pat no 884564 dated April 14, 1908. Can you enlighten me on this item?? thank you
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From: Mona
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Selters bottle
Date: 06/18/2005 8:30:13 AM Hello Digger! I have been searching the web for anything that could help me recognice an more accurate date for this stoneware bottle I know its German, Niederwald or Westerwald, its a Seltersbottle and its from late 1700 early 1800. Do you have any idea? I was hoping the seal could tell more Mona Attachment N1: T23194_25_NW_38. jpg Attachment N2: T23194_25_selters_38. jpg
Thanks alot for your instant reply! Hope you don't mind me sending you another picture - of a case bottle. I'm working on an archaeological dig to excavate a shipswreck. We haven't yet found out what kind of ship and any proper date but the artefacts should imply 17/1800. Great webpage! Best regards Mona! I'm afraid I don't have access to the book your mentioning, so therefore I allow myself to send you yet another email including pictures. We got more of the casebottles, aslo without the wide flared mouth, as shown in picture. Theres also quite a few different bottles on our site. Unfortunately the last one of the bottles in these images were broken, but it is still quite nice. The long slim bottle even has the cork intact! Best regards Mona That one is early. My guess 1780-1810 also a bit unusual with the wide flared mouth -very nice. If you have access to Antique Glass Bottle by Willy Van den Bossche Page 347 shows three style of the wide-mouth case bottles He says of the black 31. 5x 9. 5 x 9. 5 cm that it dates 1770-1800 Holland Belgium Another light olive color 24 x 8. 3 x8. 3 cm North Germany same date range third bluish aqua 1800-1820 Holland / Belgium/ Germany 23 x6. 5x6. 5 cm Reference cited Robert h. McNulty Common Beverage Bottles CJGS Vol. Xiii Please visit my web site at http://www. bottlebook Digger
I would not have placed it that early but my experience here is limited. My guess would have been in the 1870s the form is very common for 1880-1900 era mineral waters and gin bottles. the presence of the cobalt slip makes me think it might be earlier but not 1700s Digger
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From: Gabriele & Steven
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: flask
Date: 06/18/2005 12:30:47 AM Howdy, Digger! Hope you don't mind going through my regular e-mail . the Outlook express that your site starts to open says it's corrupt and won't let me send . Anyway, I got a cool looking deer head flask that says "Barsottini vino rosso" along with soem other stuff and on the reverse it says "Imported by Banfi Products Corp, NY, NY" This ceramic flask is real nice down to the eyes and antlers and I don't see a chip on it anywhere! It has a cork on the rear of it, but is empty except for what looks like what wine might do if it ever dried out! Would you know if this is a collectors peice or anything? I've attempted to look it up on hte WWW, but so far no luck! Can you advise??? Steve, Roseburg, Oregon
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From: forrest
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: luxardo decantou
Date: 06/17/2005 8:15:02 PM penguin black and white glass stopper 12 inches, for 5 inch round black base. total height when the stopper is in the base is 16 inches. perfect condition. Very heavy. bottom reads, made in murano ??? Italy for Luxardo. It was wrapped in newspaper dated Sept. 21, 1982, the last time my Mother and Dad moved. Bonnie
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From: Woof60
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: a question
Date: 06/17/2005 4:37:30 PM Hello. I collect Philadelphia bottles & found one I never saw before. It says FRED Fritz in a sort of rainbow shape and under it just says PhiladA underneath it near the bottom. It's very heavy and emerald green, almost like Coke. Circumference is 9 in. and it's 7 in. tall. Has a stumpy neck with an applied blob top. Any info about the bottler and the history would be appreciated if you can find any. Be well. Robert Pellicano Phila, Pa.
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From: james bassett
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: seagram's 1947
Date: 06/17/2005 7:49:27 PM hi digger i'm in tucson, az. old house. under doing plumbing and came up with a 1947 seagram's bottle. has strip with date on it, like a postage stamp strip. it's corked and does not look opened, but is empty and has a small cork inside. but there is no hole in the cork in the bottle, which there would be if it were opened. maybe they can close right up again?? don't know. it has a fabric ribbon around the neck with an "imported" sticker holding the ribbon down. the label is 60%(?) intact. have taken a picture of it, but I am still on film rather than digital. would someone want this bottle--like seagrams, or some other entity? as opposed to just another collector? I can keep it for that matter. if not--what kind of container does one get to protect and display such a thing? I don't want to just leave it to get dusty and destroyed by cleaning on a weekly basis. thanks jim bassett
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From: Bonnie
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: I'm re-sending for I forgot to mention about markings.
Date: 06/17/2005 8:13:00 PM BlankHi Digger, and thank you for the great web pages, and for this generousity you show to all the folks who write. As most do, I also have a question for you about my treasured bottle that's driven me nuts for many years. I purchase this glass decanter [I would think blown, for it contains no seams at all] around 1978. The flea market had it displayed on a shelf in full sun which drew my immediate attention, for it sparkled like a million diamonds. It stands 12 inches high with the heavy glass stopper inserted and 10 without. It has a wide mouth of 2 inches, but only a 7/8 inch pouring hole. It is hourglass shaped [I think] with four blown handles or pipes, or whatever they are. Each of those are about 1/2 in across but 5 in long and are a part of the bottle. When it is full or partially filled these pipes fill also. The bottle width including across the bottom is four inches. There are no markings what-so-ever on this bottle or the stopper. There is also a partial part of the cork on the inside I can't retrieve. More than likely it is the original. I would like to know anything of the history of this bottle and its worth if possible. Thanks again sincerely, Bonnie from AL Attachment N1: Bottle with 4 handles my cam. jpg
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From: Bonnie swamproses
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: Amazing beautiful blown wine or whiskey bottle from ???
Date: 06/17/2005 7:50:02 PM Hi Digger, and thank you for the great web pages, and for this generousity you show to all the folks who write. As most do, I also have a question for you about my treasured bottle that's driven me nuts for many years. I purchase this glass decanter [I would think blown, for it contains no seams at all] around 1978. The flea market had it displayed on a shelf in full sun which drew my immediate attention, for it sparkled like a million diamonds. It stands 12 inches high with the heavy glass stopper inserted and 10 without. It has a wide mouth of 2 inches, but only a 7/8 inch pouring hole. It is hourglass shaped [I think] with four blown handles or pipes, or whatever they are. Each of those are about 1/2 in across but 5 in long and are a part of the bottle. When it is full or partially filled these pipes fill also. The bottle width including across the bottom is four inches. I would like to know anything of the history of this bottle and its worth if possible. Thanks again sincerely, Bonnie from AL Attachment N1: Bottle with 4 handles my cam. jpg
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From: Woody jbrannon9999
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: question
Date: 06/17/2005 5:30:54 PM I have found this bottle in Meigs county Ohio in the town of Pomeroy, I would like to know the age, rarity, value and history if possible. No one really knows anything about it around here so I hope you can help me out. Thanks, Woody Attachment N1: 100_1916. JPG Attachment N2: 100_1927. JPG Attachment N3: 100_1921. JPG Attachment N4: 100_1916. JPG Attachment N5: 100_1921. JPG Attachment N6: 100_1927. JPG
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From: Marc Boyd slashgashd2
To: jaok20@bottlebooks.com
Subject: bottles
Date: 06/17/2005 2:44:24 PM Hi, I am writting becasue I have found a huge site full oof bottles cans , make up containers etc from the late 1800's to early 1900's. I am including a link from a site tha had similar bottles. In the post you mentioned that these bottles had caps. Everyone I have found has a cork. Some still in the neck some down inside. Just wanted to pass this info on for your information. any other info on R $ co bottles would be great! could you send me a link to any other bottles info you find informative as I have just started searching these old ghost towns recently and have now "caught" the bug . ty Marc Boyd --------------------------------- Hi, I am writting becasue I have found a huge site full oo