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Today, 12:55 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Fantastic Three Oaks, Mich. Picture Druggist Acquired couple months ago in New to the Collection

That is really attractive, I can see why you collect such things. Jim S.

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Today, 12:52 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Very RARE one here - Fawkes Drug Co. Newcastle Wyo. Got it about a month ago. in New to the Collection

I have a 48 or 50 state 1/2 ounce Pharmacy / Drug Store bottle sub-category going and I need 2 for the 48 and 3 for the 50. Wyoming is one of them,...

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Today, 12:16 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Warners Pill bottle in What is it? AFTER 1900

I am quite familiar with WARNER'S bottles having sold literally 100s of them and I currently have one of the LOG CABIN LIVER PILLS with contents and...

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Yesterday, 08:12 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Atlantic City E.S. Reed & E.S. Reed's Son's w/ flowers - new additions in New to the Collection

I might have you confused with another member but I got at least two Pharmacies with the roses embossed, both from Milton, PA. They fit with my...

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Yesterday, 08:04 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Unusual, uncommon, unlisted jar lid? in Jars General discussion

Thank you VERY much, I've never noticed that, and I was looking at the worded description rather than the drawings. That value ($3.00) seems fair as...

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Yesterday, 05:00 PM

botlguy started a thread Unusual, uncommon, unlisted jar lid? in Jars General discussion

Hey folks, many do not know me but I've been a jar collector, off & on, for over 50 years. I have always concentrated on the older, odd closure and...

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Yesterday, 01:15 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Nice Western Flask that's new - J. F. Johnson Laramie Wyoming in New to the Collection

Not a med but a whiskey. There are lots of slicks that shape but it is very unusual to see them embossed. Jim S

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Yesterday, 01:12 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Atlantic City E.S. Reed & E.S. Reed's Son's w/ flowers - new additions in New to the Collection

Those are nice Stephen, I enjoy looking at the ones I got from you. Jim S.

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Yesterday, 01:08 PM

botlguy replied to a thread 1935 Owens Glass Half Gallon Jug in What is it? AFTER 1900

Apple Juice, Grape Juice or some such. That is about all that can be determined and that is a guess. Jim S.

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08-21-2017, 12:10 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Blob Sodas & Beers - Pottsville, PA & Others in New to the Collection

That's some nice stuff. I really like the bottles with dates and the one with "VACUUM" is a new wording for me. Thanks for sharing. Jim S

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08-20-2017, 02:26 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Mason jar intracoastal find in Jars General discussion

If it has a ground lip, as it appears. it dates before 1903. Other than that it seems to be a pretty generic 1858 worth $5 - $10. O see nothing...

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08-19-2017, 12:13 PM

botlguy replied to a thread 1/2 Pint Long Island NY Tin Top Milk???? in What is it? BEFORE 1900

I think it could also be a milk, but they certainly did pack other products in those type bottles. That is a nice one, I suspect it will require a...

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08-18-2017, 05:11 AM

SoCal_bottle replied to a thread Need info. Please. in What is it? BEFORE 1900

Not an American bottle I can tell you that much. The top is a dead giveaway.

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08-17-2017, 11:47 AM

botlguy replied to a thread Help, what is this bottle? in General Chat

1920 - 40 food container, semi-liquid product such as mustard, mayonnaise, relish, etc. Jim S.

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08-16-2017, 04:02 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Today's finds: Calder's Dentine and an umbrella ink in Digging and Finding

Definitely the right vintage to be hunting for. Jim S.

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08-16-2017, 12:00 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Registered No 702081 - Green Glass Bottle in What is it? BEFORE 1900

I think this is a seltzer bottle without the metal spout. Jim S;

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08-16-2017, 11:32 AM

botlguy replied to a thread Ball made this bottle in General Chat About Bottles

That is a pretty generic form, it doesn't signify what company used it, it's machine made, probably made by the million, quite new, there are few...

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08-14-2017, 01:48 PM

SoCal_bottle replied to a thread Labeled Pre-Pro Whiskey, $1! in New to the Collection

Great find! Nice collection.

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08-13-2017, 11:01 PM

SoCal_bottle replied to a thread Unknown Bottle in What is it? BEFORE 1900

I would guess a juice of some kind. Not terribly old. Note the pour spout. Orange juice?

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08-13-2017, 12:23 AM

SoCal_bottle replied to a thread Bottles Came Crashing Down in General Chat

Glad the outcome was good. I live in earthquake country so mine are putty down and cabinet anchored to the studs.

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08-12-2017, 11:52 AM

botlguy replied to a thread Ball made this bottle in General Chat About Bottles

Probably juice: orange, grape. lemonade, etc. Jim S

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08-12-2017, 11:45 AM

botlguy replied to a thread Bottles Came Crashing Down in General Chat

You are thanking and praising the correct person, God. Thank you for realizing that. I'm grateful also. Jim S.

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08-11-2017, 11:03 PM

SoCal_bottle replied to a thread J L & Co Ltd bottle in What is it? AFTER 1900

Another vote for food possibly olives or small pickles.

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08-11-2017, 03:42 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Any idea what this is? in Unexpected Discoveries

I definitely agree with Harry. Jim S.

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08-09-2017, 11:34 PM

SoCal_bottle started a thread Bottle? Well, maybe. Need an age. in What is it? AFTER 1900

Little lamp. About the size of a half dollar. Thanks ;)

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08-09-2017, 07:46 PM

botlguy replied to a thread Blob Top Miller Bee With Contents -It's Value? in New to the Collection

I would empty that puppy in a heart beat being VERY careful not to get anything on me. With that re-sealable seal the contents could be just about...

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08-09-2017, 11:10 AM

botlguy replied to a thread Master Ink 12 sided, 9 1/2 by 4 1/2 any info in What is it? BEFORE 1900

I just discovered your bottle, not the same exact one, it's minus the label, in the Watt White collection catalog from 1996 - 97. It's lot #49 which...

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08-09-2017, 10:23 AM

botlguy replied to a thread Royal Bengal Sauce in Digging and Finding

Being British it doesn't show up in Betty Zumwalt's book. It's shape and eye appealing embossing should make it a desirable piece. Then again, not...

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08-09-2017, 10:15 AM

botlguy replied to a thread Blob Top Miller Bee With Contents -It's Value? in New to the Collection

Perhaps Uncle Bruce will chime in, he probably knows the general value. Jim S

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