60th Anniversary Item Appraisal

1959 Coca-Cola 60th Anniversary Chattanooga Bottling Company Gold Commemorative Bottle

This is a vintage 1959 commemorative Coca-Cola glass bottle, specifically produced to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Chattanooga glass company (1899-1959) and the first bottling of Coca-Cola. The item features the iconic contour ‘hobbleskirt’ shape, measuring approximately 7.5 to 8 inches in height. It is notable for its reflective gold-toned metallic finish, which was applied over the glass body to denote its status as an anniversary piece. The central label area contains white and black text that reads '1899 - 1959 CHATTANOOGA COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY 60TH ANNIVERSARY'. The typography is clean and representative of mid-century corporate graphic design. Tactile fluting is present on the lower and upper portions of the body. In terms of condition, there is visible localized wear to the gold finish, particularly around the base and lower edges where the glass meets the windowsill, showing some dulling and pitting likely due to environmental exposure or shelf wear. No major cracks or chips are immediately apparent, but the metallic coating appears to have a slight patina or aged tarnish in certain areas. This piece is a significant piece of Coca-Cola 'Coke' memorabilia, representing a specific milestone in the brand's bottling history in Tennessee.