Author Archives: Ferdinand Meyer V

About Ferdinand Meyer V

Ferdinand Meyer V is a native of Baltimore, Maryland and has a BFA in Fine Art and Graphic Design from the Kansas City Art Institute and School of Design. Ferdinand is the founding Principal of FMG Design, Inc., a nationally recognized design consultation firm. Ferdinand is a passionate collector of American historical glass, specializing in bitters bottles, color runs, and related classic figural bottles. Ferdinand is married to Elizabeth Jane Meyer and lives in Houston, Texas, with their daughter and three wonderful grandchildren. The Meyers are also very involved in gardening (Peachridge Gardens), antiques (Peachridge Collections), and early United States postage stamps. Ferdinand is the past three-term president of the Federation of Historical Bottle Collectors, a long-time board member, FOHBC 2021 Hall of Fame, and one of the founding members of the FOHBC Virtual Museum.

“Where Shall I Spend The Summer?” – Burdock Blood Bitters

Posted on 1 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

“Where Shall I Spend the Summer?” BURDOCK BLOOD BITTERS 01 October 2013 The other day I posted the above image of a trade card (from Daves Great Cards Galore) and said “I havent’t seen this example of a Burdock Blood Bitters … Continue reading →

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The Providence Flint Glass Company 1831-1834

Posted on 30 September 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The Providence Flint Glass Company 1831-1834 by Stephen Atkinson 01 October 2013 This short lived company was established in 1831 on land owned by the Dyer family of Providence, Rhode Island. On January 12th 1831, the company was incorporated by … Continue reading →

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Dr. Shepard’s Compound Wahoo Bitters – Grand Rapids

Posted on 30 September 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Dr. Shepard’s Compound Wahoo Bitters Grand Rapids, Michigan 30 September 2013 The cure-all in vogue was Shepard’s Compound Wahoo Bitters, “not a whiskey or stimulating beverage, but medicine within reach of all.” Charles N. Shepard was born in New York … Continue reading →

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C. K. Wilson’s Original Compound Wa-Hoo Bitters

Posted on 29 September 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

C. K. Wilson’s Original Compound Wa-Hoo Bitters 29 September 2013 (R•031214) A purely mineral and vegetable compound free from all mineral poison, also free from all poisonous drugs as morphine, heroin, opium, cocaine, nux vomica or strychnine. Perusing the trade … Continue reading →

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September 2013 – Antique Bottle & Glass Photo Gallery

Posted on 29 September 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Three Masonics – Mike Newman I thought I would take a moment to group some of the really remarkable photographs that have been posted on Early American Glass and Bottle Collectors on facebook this past month. The composition, lighting, content … Continue reading →

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Christian Xander and his Melliston Bitters

Posted on 28 September 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

He was a member of the Lutheran Church, and for many years led the singing in the congregation. He had an excellent voice and was very fond of singing; yea, he was proud of his musical talents. When quite a … Continue reading →

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Wheat Bitters Co. – 19 Park Place, New York

Posted on 27 September 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Wheat Bitters – Wheat Bitters Company 19 Park Place, New York 27 September 2013 Today we will look at what most bitters collectors consider a common bottle. I am speaking of Wheat Bitters, put out by the Wheat Bitters Co., … Continue reading →

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Caspar Wistar and The Red Rose Rent

Posted on 26 September 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Caspar Wistar and “The Red Rose Rent” by Stephen Atkinson 26 September 2013 Read: The United Glass Company located at Wistarburgh Caspar Wistar was the first American immigrant to establish the “red rose rent” that Baron von Stiegel followed over … Continue reading →

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Human Extermination Bitters

Posted on 25 September 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Puck Magazine Back Cover; Vol. VI No. 141, November 19, 1879 HUMAN EXTERMINATION BITTERS Quackery – Medical Minstrels Performing for the Benefit of their Former Patients – No Other Dead-Heads Admitted. 25 September 2013 Hi Ferdinand, I found this print … Continue reading →

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The United Glass Company located at Wistarburgh

Posted on 24 September 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The United Glass Company located at Wistarburgh PART 1 by Stephen Atkinson 24 September 2013 In 1739, the United Glass Company, located at Wistarburgh, was America’s first successful glass factory and the first cooperative manufacturing business venture in the Colonies. … Continue reading →

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