College Memorabilia Appraisal

1980 Georgia Bulldogs National Champions Commemorative Soda Bottle

This is a vintage commemorative glass soda bottle, likely produced in the early 1980s, specifically to celebrate the 1980 National Championship won by the Georgia Bulldogs football team. The bottle is clear glass, with a standard cylindrical body and a narrow neck, culminating in a crimped metal cap, indicating it is unopened or was resealed. It appears to hold a dark-colored beverage, likely a cola or root beer, given the common association with commemorative soda bottles. The most prominent feature is the screen-printed decoration on the exterior. The upper portion displays a large white 'G' logo, characteristic of the University of Georgia, followed by the text '1980 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS' in white lettering directly below it. The background behind the text and logo is a solid black, providing a strong contrast. Below this, there is a detailed illustration of a bulldog mascot, dressed in what appears to be football attire, holding a red cup or trophy. This graphic is primarily in white, red, and possibly black or grey outlines, against the black background. The overall color scheme of the decoration (black, white, and red) aligns with the University of Georgia's official colors. "COKE AND BULLDOGS" is visible below the graphic, suggesting an affiliation with Coca-Cola. The capacity "10 FL OZ" is also indicated near the bottom. The bottle appears to be in very good condition with no visible chips, cracks, or significant scuffing. The printed graphics are intact with minimal, if any, fading or peeling, which suggests it has been well-preserved, possibly as a collectible. The metal cap, while showing some minor tarnishing or age, is still firmly in place. The craftsmanship indicates mass production consistent with beverage bottling plants of the era, but with custom commemorative printing. This item is notable for its specific historical sports context and its likely association with a major beverage brand.