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Choice Elko Rarities NV - Elko,c1905-1914 - 2012aug - Nevada Bottles

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Western Americana Start Price:200.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 600.00 USD
Choice Elko Rarities NV - Elko,c1905-1914 - 2012aug - Nevada Bottles
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Lot of 2 choice dairy bottles including 1) One quart dairy bottle. “One Quart” embossed over the slug, which is embossed “The Elgin Dairy/ Phone/ 486/ Elko, Nev.” Bottom bears no maker’s mark. Light purple hue to glass indicates presence of manganese during production, dating this bottle to before 1910. Two small bubbles, expected wear along mouth. This bottle is considered rare, with fewer than 5 known specimens. 2) One quart dairy bottle. “One Quart” embossed over the slug, which is also embossed “Mason Dairy Products/ Company.” Clear glass with a yellow cast, small chips in foot and mouth, two small blisters throughout body. This bottle is dated c. 1914 and is considered scare, with perhaps 5-10 other specimens known [Ref: Nevada History Through Glass, Vol 1, Fred Holabird, 2012, p. 266-7]. - Jacobitz Collection -59513