Midwest miniature bottle collectors mmbc link to website founded in 1979, the club publishes a quarterly newsletter and sponsors an annual show. Wkd is a brand or marks of alcopop produced by beverage brands. Divers often have a unique opportunity to find bottles lost on. In the united states, however, the oldest bottles were actually ceramic vessels produced by indigenous groups. The curious world of bottle collecting and the people who. Wee beastie was a brand of alcopop, as it is commonly referred to. Like modern glassware, ancient bottles relied on three basic ingredients. Collecting liquor bottles can be an engaging interest especially to those who love alcohol because of the bottles aesthetically diverse designs. Some bottles may say pepsi on it but actually contained a flavored drink.
Hong kong miniature liquor collection link to website an interesting look at one of the most valuable collections around. This page has been created on behalf on my nanna who has a bunch of old great quality miniature collectors alcoholic bottles that she is looking to now sell. What you need to know before buying collectible poison bottles pre1900. Interesting for the story they tell and the liquid they once held, collectable beer bottles are highly sought after. I left one shelf extra tall for the various tallersized bottles 750 ml, or others that i didnt have many in each size, so that shelf has a variety of bottle heights. Referred to as the bottle bible, michael polaks 8th edition, bottles. The bible for bitters collectors, this is a complete rewrite of the original for bitters only book. It is part of the rtd ready to drink market and is popular in scotland.
Links for information on specific hutchinson bottles, link to the hutchbook bottle directory database cataloguing over 20,000 different hutchinsons. This sparkly sparkling bottle is a collectors favourite, fetching several. Antique bottle and glass forum at historic glasshouse. Because the bottles vary so greatly a collectors guide is a good way to find out what the age and value of the bottle could be.
Federation of historical bottle collectors fohbc site. The painted soda bottle collectors association is a nationwide collectors group dedicated to promoting the collecting and preservation of acl soda bottles, one of the fastest growing segments in the bottle collecting world. Rare bottle of mallacan 1926 whisky sells for record. Identification and price guide, published by krause publicationsantique trader march 2016, has been completely revised and updated presenting 551 pages of a comprehensive, informative, and detailed pricing and reference guide for all bottle collectors. There are simply too many to catalog into book form. There are as many styles of antique liquor and spirits bottles as there are the types of liquor to go in them. A great resource with information about the jack daniel distillery and all of the commemorative bottles released by jack. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. Dec 15, 2015 some empty beer bottles will get a token value to a collector who wants that bottle to display, but virtually all bottle collectors wont add a bottle to their collection unless they personally consumed that beer. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
Collectors come from around the world to participate in our show. Can anyone tell me what to do with a collection 50plus of alcopop. If you enjoy searching through thousands and thousands of bottles and meeting with collectors like yourself, you should plan on attending the show. A recommended resource guide on pepsi bottles is pepsi cola bottle collector by james c. My name is wes with a beer bottle collection with over 31,500. Collectors old miniature alcohol bottles home facebook. We are also buying all types of collectible bitters, beer, soda, whisky, medicine and other type of advertising bottles. Antique advertising collectors decorate their homes, garages, barns and offices with these pieces. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Perfume, cologne, and scent bottles schiffer book for collectors. Cashing in on the vintage liquor craze the daily beast. Compiled by antique bottle expert bill lindsey in association with the society for historical archaeology and bureau of land management, the. Id dare argue that some of these bottles gets refilled and sold again fakers have. Bottle collectors book by bob ferraro bottles and bottle collecting album series, volume 6 by a. Aug 24, 2012 the designed shelf height differs for stubies, long necks and bombers, so it takes some planning for the spacing and matching it to your bottle collection. The seller of this impressive cognac bottle is open about their. Collectible liquor bottles 1900 now while there are occasions where there are few things more relaxing than a shot of whiskey or tequila, liquorbottle collecting can sometimes be just as relaxing. Antique bottle and glass forum at historic glasshouse our antique bottle and glass discussion forum offers friendly and helpful advice, information, value and answers to your questions on old bottles and glass. Has some fill in to cover holes on cone and top area. Sand or silica, sodium carbonate, and lime, also known as calcium oxide. Top 10 most expensive empty bottles the drinks business.
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Figural, barrelshape, and engraved bottles are just a few examples of the types of liquor bottles. The bottlecollectors guide by geoffrey wills and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Antique advertising antique bottles and jars free price. Antique soda bottles antique bottle collectors haven. Bottle collecting by fletcher, edward and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Christian james buys has written the book territorial bottles of the united states 1992. No one really collects full bottles, but some beers are cellared just like fine wine because that can improve in taste over time. Labels, chips, or cracks are looked at the most under rarity. The bottle collector by terry hall nook book ebook. Has overall wear and rusting on seam with a couple wear holes. From cowboys and indians to biplanes and zeppelins, many soda bottle labels represent an eragoneby. Fohbc virtual museum of historical bottles and glass. Identification and price guide, published by krause publicationsantique trader. It was available in 275ml and 700ml bottles and was 5.
Referred to as the bottle bible, michael polaks 7th edition, bottles. It gave me the insight, history and breadth of knowledge that i was looking for. This book should be a must in every snuff bottle collectors armament. Mcconnell was a bookseller in new york during the 1880s, and he started offering customers flavorings and scents as an incentive to buy his books. Perfume, cologne, and scent bottles schiffer book for collectors north, jacquelyne on. Regardless of their shape and size, though, the most collectible bottles are those produced prior to 1919, the year prohibition began. Digger odell publications specializing in price guides and books for the old bottle collectors. We have not seen this book, but understand it to be a general reference for the beginning collector. Vintage and antique liquor bottles collectors weekly. Books for antique bottle collectors antique bottle collectors haven. Baltimore bottle book was sold directly by the baltimore bottle club but the book is now sold out.
Mybottleshop is assembling a collection of vintage and rare liquor bottles from around the world that predate 1990 as well as rare and. Thirdly, collectors in different areas of the country show interest in different categories. We make it easy to connect you to a broker to take the hassle out of selling. The antique bottle depot specializes in the purchase of a variety of antique bottles, advertising items, red wing stoneware and a wide array of collectible breweriana. Determining values digger odell bottle price guides. An old beer bottle can hold specific historical importance for the collector, while the brewer, brand or label can also be significant. Several bottle clubs ohio and baltimore have begun the process of local or state bottles.
Perfume, cologne, and scent bottles schiffer book for. With its detailed descriptions, current market values, and key identifying characteristics, the book has been a reliable and trusted reference and the definitive bottle collecting guide for 20 years. The exception is the art deco sodas which have recently gotten attention from collectors. I found this book as an early collector of chinese snuff bottles, and i certainly do not think there could be a better source book for either early or indeed continuing collectors. See more ideas about liquor bottles, liquor and bottle. Nov 25, 2014 here are some of the best antique bottle websites to research bottles, read dig stories, and buysell some beautiful pieces for our collections. Books on antique bottles and glass historic glasshouse. We host the longest running annual bottle show every year in st. Alot of beer bottle collectors will buy a bottle in any condition they can at a good low price untill they find a better one to take its place. This is the ultimate online resource of antique bottles. Investing and collecting liquor bottles, miniatures, labels, and other items. A source for determining bottle value of rare and hard to find whiskey. I have more than 80 empty patron silver bottles all sizes one collectors limited edition bottle. Welcome to the biggest, the best and the fastest growing bottle collecting group on facebook.
More popular in the modern bottles are the acls applied colored label bottles with thousands of variants and with highly graphic labels. The midwest miniature bottle collectors is the largest mini liquor bottle collector club in the united states. The curious world of bottle collecting and the people who collect them bottle collecting has long been a hobby and even a passion for serious collectors. Price guides information and stories about antique bottles. Antique trader bottles identification and price guide by michael polak. Deco soda bottles a guide to collecting those fancy embossed soda bottles of the 1920s and 30s by brian wade. Antique western bitters bottles the best of the west, the art of collecting antique western bitters bottles jeff wichmann, 1999. Below you will find a free auction based price guide for antique bottles and jars. Many of the most desired bottles have historical significance and all tell a tale of years gone by. The irony of old poison bottles is that while they once contained mortally harmful compounds, they are truly exquisite works of historical and cultural art. A bottle can also be highly collectable if it was a limited edition, or made to commemorate a.