Vintage Coca-Cola Amber Straight-Sided Glass Bottle

This is a vintage amber-colored glass bottle, specifically a straight-sided Coca-Cola bottle dating from the early 20th century. The bottle is constructed from a heavy, translucent brown glass, often referred to as 'amber' or 'root beer' glass. It features a cylindrical base that transitions into a tapered neck with a rounded 'crown finish' rim designed for a crimped metal cap. A prominent feature is the script 'Coca-Cola' logo embossed on the shoulder or upper body of the bottle. Unlike the more common light-green 'contour' or 'hobbleskirt' bottles introduced later in 1915, these amber straight-sided versions were primary used between roughly 1900 and 1915 by various local bottling plants. The glass shows a slight patina consistent with age, including minor surface scratches and internal clouding from minerals. There are no immediate signs of major chips or cracks visible in the photo, though there is typical 'shelf wear' on the bottom edge. Authentic bottles of this era often feature the name of the bottling city and state embossed on the bottom or near the base, which serves as a significant mark for collectors. The craftsmanship is industrial but durable, representing the transition from hand-blown to semi-automated machine production in the bottling industry.