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Tokyo Radiation Hotspot Linked To Old Bottles

Posted on 29 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

TOKYO — Japanese officials investigating a small radiation hotspot in Tokyo say it was caused by old bottles stored in the basement of an empty house, not the country’s leaking nuclear power plant. (Read the rest at Huffpost) [PRG] Maybe … Continue reading →

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Really looking forward to the 49er’ Antique Bottle Show in Auburn, California

Posted on 21 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

“The Best of the West” Really looking forward to the 49er Antique Bottle Show in Auburn, California. This is one of our favorites. Will be posting more information shortly. 02 & 03 December 2011 (Friday & Saturday) Auburn, California 49er Antique Bottle & … Continue reading →

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Record Price Index – Keeping it in Perspective

Posted on 20 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The highest bid so far for the 1915 contour Coca-Cola Prototype bottle (read: 1915 Coca-Cola Prototype Bottle and Concept Sketch) is already at $65,000 and we have a little less than two (2) weeks to go with the auction ending live on … Continue reading →

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The Johnnie Walker Box and the Dr. Wheeler’s – or You’ve Got to be Kidding Me!

Posted on 19 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Hi Ferdinand: Have been following your latest posts picturing the fancy squares and have really enjoyed them. Maybe by coincidence, I just picked one up 3 days ago. Here in southern California we do not find much to brag about … Continue reading →

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National Insulator Association Convention and Show

Posted on 16 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V
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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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Three (3) Bottle Shows this weekend!

Posted on 15 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Looking for something to do this weekend? 18 & 19 November 2011 (Friday & Saturday) Terre Haute, Indiana The Wabash Valley Antique Bottle and Pottery Club presents the 14th Annual Illiana Antique Bottle and Pottery Show and Sale Friday, 18 November: Historical Bottle Auction 7:00 pm … Continue reading →

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Jelly Jammers Cupboard – New Website

Posted on 14 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The Jelly Jammers have announced the introduction of their webpage at: www.jellyjammers.com The Jelly Jammers are a group of collectors that collect jelly related items and share information about jelly jars, preserves and jelly advertising. They also share by displaying … Continue reading →

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1915 Coca-Cola Prototype Bottle and Concept Sketch

Posted on 8 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Dear Ferdinand, Thanks again for talking to me last week regarding our auction and your interest in posting it on your website. It’s now official. Below is our announcement: We are pleased to announce to you the auction of our … Continue reading →

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Four Bottle Shows this Weekend!

Posted on 8 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Looking for a Bottle Show this weekend? 11 & 12 November 2011 (Friday & Saturday) Chehalis, Washington The Washington Bottle Collectors Association presents the Autumn Antique Bottle, Insulator & Collectible Show Friday 11 November, Early Buyers $5.00 1:00 pm – … Continue reading →

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