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    Amber flask embossed with the word "Star" in a five point star

    Thanks for looking into it Mitch. Since most of these seem to come with no markings I was hoping to get lucky. I like flask as well. Even when empty. RED-I found this strap sided at the same time as the other so I thought I would share. It is a half pint, the glass is real thick and it has a lot...
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    Early machine made bottle with Maltese Cross embossed on the bottom.

    Thanks Andy and cowseatmaize(You are going to have to explain that one) I appreciate the leads but I am not sure I am there yet. The mark that I found that looks almost identical is on the bottom of a mason jar. Do you think they made regular bottles as well?Matt
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    Early machine made bottle with Maltese Cross embossed on the bottom.

    This is a little intriguing. It is a clear older machine made bottle embossed with the Maltese (Iron cross) on the bottom. Does any one know anything about it? Thank you!
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    Amber flask embossed with the word "Star" in a five point star

    I have a pint amber flask (applied top) with a five point star and the word "star" embossed on the front of the bottle. Can someone please provide any information they may have on this? (Dredged from Baltimore harbor) Thanks
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    Turpentine for Medicinal Purposes

    Thank You Mitch for the welcome and the feedback. When I was just a boy I brought home hundreds of bottles from when they were dredging the harbor in Baltimore. I have moved the boxes many times and have just now begun to research them. I am fascinated and have definitely rediscovered an old...
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    Turpentine for Medicinal Purposes

    I have a 2 oz Illinois glass flask from the 1920's labeled - Spartan Brand "Pure Gum Spirits Turpentine" for medicinal purposes. I have not been able to find much out about this medicine type. Is it rare or common? The label and bottle are in great shape but I have not cleaned it. (Pictures...

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