Category Archives: Digging and Finding

Recent finds in the Digging, Diving and Antique world.

Dr. E. C. Hydes Southern Stomach Bitters – New Orleans

Posted on 16 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Dr. E. C. Hydes Southern Stomach Bitters – New Orleans 16 November 2011 (R•021819) In from advanced bitters collector Jeff Burkhard regard an extremely rare Dr. E. C. Hydes Southern Stomach Bitters from New Orleans. This is a tough bottle … Continue reading →

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The “Cutter” Depot

Posted on 16 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Picked up from Western Glob Top Whiskies / Western Glass web site: Here’s a few pictures from one of our more interesting recent digs. Down we went through eight feet of rubble and then a two foot clean dirt plug … Continue reading →

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Monster 1850’s – 1860’s Privy Dig in the Gold Country

Posted on 15 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

In from Western Bitters News…! DIGGING NEWS: THE CLUBHOUSE HOLE: It’s funny how things sometimes happen. Coming up on December 3rd & 4th the 49er bottle club is holding their annual show and sale in Auburn California. The feature attraction … Continue reading →

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Dr. Goddin’s Compound Gentian Bitters on eBay!

Posted on 5 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Dr. Goddin’s Compound Gentian Bitters on eBay! 05 November 2011 Check this out Bitters collectors… G 52  DR. GOODIN’S BITTERS, Circa 1865 – 1875, (eBay examples pictured) DR GOODIN’S / COMPOUND / GENTIAN BITTERS / RICHMOND. VA. // three vertical … Continue reading →

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American Digger Magazine

Posted on 29 October 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

[PRG] Really interesting group with obviously great links to our hobby. From their web site: American Digger was founded in 2004 by those who love the hobby. Our magazine is published bi-monthly in the USA. Our premier issue was dated … Continue reading →

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Digger Down – Walter W. Bannon

Posted on 22 October 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Digger Down: The Thrills and Spills of an Antique Bottle Collector Welcome to the Web site (visit web site) of storyteller and author Walt Bannon. Walt has received praise for his imaginative storytelling and insightful and hilarious book. We invite … Continue reading →

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Very Scarce Amber John Roots Bitters found by Jack Stecher

Posted on 20 October 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Very Scarce Amber John Roots Bitters found by Jack Stecher 20 October 2011 Hi Ferd. I enjoy your site and all the information about the hobby and collectors. I would like to add to your recent comment about the “standout … Continue reading →

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Top three Bitters Bottles from last weekend

Posted on 13 October 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

I have been asked ‘were there any standout Bitters Bottles’ by a number of folks (Bob Ferraro, Sandor Fuss, Bill Taylor etc) that could not attend the Heckler Columbus Day Weekend Event last Saturday in Woodstock, CT or the Yankee … Continue reading →

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Scuba Diving for bottles in Alaska!

Posted on 10 October 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

[PRG] Looking for some individuals who dive for bottles or find bottles on beaches! Incoming Response When it comes to antique bottle collecting, Coastal Living fans are a resourceful lot.  Some scour miles of beaches, others dream of finding a sunken … Continue reading →

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Ammonia Mnfd by S.F. GasLight Co Question

Posted on 25 September 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Incoming question from Mike George: Hey Ferd, Hope all is well my friend! I need a little assistance on this Western bottle. It is a BRIGHT lemon yellow ammonia! I have seen some of them sell for pretty good money, … Continue reading →

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