Tag Archives: John Root’s Bitters

Some of Jacks labeled Upstate New York Bitters

Posted on 11 October 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Hi Ferd. Great seeing you and many others at Heckler’s and Keene last weekend. It’s always been my favorite season and time for bottle outings. I was fortunate to buy an aqua vertical Greeley’s at Heckler’s field this past week. … Continue reading →

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Advertising Notes and Facsimile Currency

Posted on 12 July 2012 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Over the years, since I started collecting bottles, I have picked up some nice examples of facsimile currency and advertising notes relating to the bottles that I collect. As a collector of US Postage and Revenue Stamps, there is a … 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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Collecting Essentials – The Bottle Hunt

Posted on 8 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Collecting Essentials – The Bottle Hunt by Ferdinand Meyer V *as reprinted from John Pastor’s April 2011 issue of Antique Bottle & Glass Collector magazine. Please subscribe to this great magazine! Download or View PDF of Article I envy the bottle digger … Continue reading →

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John Roots Bitters – Gorgeous Green Colors

Posted on 4 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

John Roots Bitters – Gorgeous Green Colors Buffalo, New York 04 April 2011 (R•Jan13) (R•120513) (R•103014) (R•032715) The recent Glass Discoveries Auction #64 in March had a wonderful example of a John Roots Bitters in a strong bright olive green color. … Continue reading →

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