Appraisal Bottles Appraisal

Mixed Assortment of Antique and Vintage Glass Bottles

This item consists of a collection of assorted antique and vintage glass bottles, presented together in a cardboard box. The collection includes bottles of various sizes, shapes, and glass colors, indicative of different manufacturers, intended uses, and manufacturing periods. Observable glass colors include clear, light green (one notably a Coca-Cola hobbleskirt bottle), dark green, amber/brown, and a distinct black/dark olive bottle. Many of the clear and lighter-colored bottles display a significant degree of opalescence or 'sickness,' a cloudy white or iridescent film on the interior and/or exterior, typically resulting from age, burial, or prolonged exposure to moisture and minerals in the soil. Several bottles appear to be crown-top or blob-top styles, common for beverages. Some possess embossed details, though specific markings are not clearly discernible in the provided image. The construction varies from clearly machine-made examples to possibly earlier, more crudely formed bottles that might indicate mouth-blown origins, particularly those with less uniform glass thickness or visible seams. The condition of the bottles is varied, with some showing extensive surface wear, grime, and the aforementioned glass sickness. No obvious breaks or large chips are visible, but the overall patina suggests they have been recovered from an outdoor environment or stored for a significant period. The collection represents a span of historical periods, likely ranging from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century, offering a historical cross-section of common everyday glass containers. The quality of craftsmanship also varies, from utilitarian mass-produced bottles to potentially more specialized or early examples that required more skilled production techniques.