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The Pickin’s of Lancaster County

Posted on 31 December 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

This is hopefully the first of many new antique bottle and glass postings by guest writers who have a talent with words, story-telling, photography and digital technology. I asked Eric first because I simply think he is near the best … Continue reading →

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Rare Hyacinth Vases with Mike Jordan

Posted on 22 October 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

(see video) F O H B C    D I S P L A Y    S E R I E S Rare Hyacinth Vases with Mike Jordan Ocala, Florida Here is the next in the series of expanded coverage … Continue reading →

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Ice Cold Collectibles Illinois – Scott Terrell

Posted on 8 September 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

I noticed a new facebook page called Ice Cold Collectibles Illinois last month developed by Scott Terrell. The graphics in particular on this cool Coca-Cola card pictured above caught my attention as Scott uses it as the primary art header … Continue reading →

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United States in the 1800’s and early 1900’s

Posted on 28 June 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

United States in the 1800s and early 1900s 28 June 2012 I really enjoy looking at old photographs whether they are historical or not. The poses are usually staged and so perfect that they capture your imagination and take you … Continue reading →

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The Celestial Dr. Planett’s Bitters

Posted on 3 May 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The Celestial Dr. Planett’s Bitters 03 May 2012 (R•101514) Pam and Randy Selenak (Orange, California) recently returned from this wonderful Key West Vacation where they immersed themselves with bottles found in dives along the coast. Read further: Island Alex – A … Continue reading →

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Island Alex – A Man With A Passion

Posted on 11 April 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

[In from West Coast collectors Pam and Randy Selenak (Orange, California) who are having this ‘to dream for’ bottle vacation in Key West, Florida. Pam is also the FOHBC PR Director. Coincidentally, I am in LA now near where Pam and Randy … Continue reading →

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Stay Warm with a Bottle Show this Weekend!

Posted on 4 January 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

3 SHOWS THIS WEEKEND! Start the New Year off with a great Bottle Show 06 & 07 January 2012 (Friday & Saturday) Palmetto, Florida 43rd Annual Suncoast Antique Bottle Show & Sale Friday, 06 January (1:00 pm to 7:45 pm) … Continue reading →

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Four ‘count em’ Bottle Shows this Weekend!

Posted on 1 November 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Springfield, Ohio 04 – 06 November 2011 (Friday – Sunday) Springfield, Ohio The 41st Mid-Ohio Insulator Show (dealer set up at noon on the 4th with collectors in at 3:00 pm) at the Clark County Fairgropunds. Springfield, Ohio, www.insulators.info/shows/springfield, Info: … Continue reading →

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