It's not anything that CLR will cure. Prior to 1906 embalming fluids contained some really nasty stuff that left the glass etched and stained. If it doesn't come clean with mild detergent and water it will remain that way for the duration.
I still have a bottle with contents with wrapper and...
Hello, I briefly collected these morbid bottles and from what I recall this company started in the very late 1800's or and are quite common. In near mint condition with no staining or damage I have seen them bring about $100.00. You'll probably be able to sell yours on eBay for maybe $50 if...
Yep that would be the large Dr. Oreste bottle, you've got a keen eye and there ain't nothing wrong with your memory! I wanted that bottle since the first time I saw one back in the early 90's on Glass Works.
I am glad that you were able to let go of that piece and even more glad that I got...