General Sherman Bottle Appraisal

General William T. Sherman Commemorative Bottle

This appears to be a commemorative glass bottle featuring a portrait of General William T. Sherman. The bottle is a deep green glass, likely a mold-blown item. It has a flattened flask-like shape with a short neck and flared lip. The front of the bottle is heavily embossed with a detailed portrait of General Sherman, depicted in profile, surrounded by a wreath of leaves and topped with a series of stars. Below the portrait, the text "GENERAL WM. T. SHERMAN 1820-1891" is also clearly embossed in the glass, indicating his name and lifespan. There appear to be no visible cracks or chips in the glass, suggesting good overall condition. The embossed details are quite clear, indicating a well-defined mold was used in its manufacture. The style and subject matter strongly suggest it was produced as a commemorative piece, likely around the time of General Sherman's death in 1891 or shortly thereafter. The craftsmanship appears to be typical of late 19th-century glass manufacturing. There are no obvious maker's marks visible in the image.