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A few of my aqua figural bitters met for a little sun today.

Posted on 8 November 2015 by Ferdinand Meyer V

A few of my aqua figural bitters met for a little sun today. 08 November 2015 A few of my aqua figural bitters met for a little sun today. That being a National Bitters (figural ear of corn), Old Sachems … Continue reading →

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Chattanooga National Bitters Spotting

Posted on 19 August 2015 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Chattanooga National Bitters Spotting 19 August 2015 (R•082015) As busy as I was at the FOHBC 2015 Chattanooga National Antique Bottle Show, I certainly had the opportunity to see some nice bitters on the floor, under the tables, in the … Continue reading →

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Zu Zu Bitters – Zu Zu Medicine Company, Baltimore, Maryland

Posted on 18 April 2015 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Zu Zu Bitters – Zu Zu Medicine Company, Baltimore, Maryland 18 April 2015 (R•041915) (R•062219) Bob Ford, with the Baltimore Antique Bottle Club, posted these fine pictures below of a labeled  Zu Zu Bitters on the Facebook bitters bottles page. This is a tough bottle to obtain and certainly … Continue reading →

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John Dente Recollections

Posted on 2 December 2014 by Ferdinand Meyer V

John Dente Recollections 02 December 2014 The following e-mail communications are posted in the hopes of recording memories and recollections of great bitters bottles that have changed hands. We are only temporary custodians of these great beauties. Thank you to John … Continue reading →

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FOHBC 2016 Sacramento Town Hall Meeting

Posted on 23 October 2014 by Ferdinand Meyer V

“Back to where it all began for the FOHBC” FOHBC 2016 Sacramento Town Hall Meeting 23 October 2014 [NOTICE] The FOHBC is planning to conduct a WebEx Town Hall Meeting for all interested parties within the next two weeks for … Continue reading →

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Announcing Daniel Auction Company as the auctioneer for the 2015 Chattanooga National Antique Bottle Show

Posted on 22 October 2014 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Announcing Daniel Auction Company as the auctioneer for the 2015 Chattanooga National Antique Bottle Show 22 October 2014 [FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE] The Federation of Historical Bottle Collectors (FOHBC) is proud to announce that the Federation Auction for the 2015 National Antique … Continue reading →

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Plan Your FOHBC 2015 Chattanooga National Antique Bottle Show Vacation

Posted on 16 October 2014 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Plan Your FOHBC 2015 Chattanooga National Antique Bottle Show Vacation 16 October 2014 31 July – 02 August for Chattanooga in 2015! Start planning  your vacation now and make the most of your trip to the 2015 FOHBC National Antique Bottle Show … Continue reading →

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The Great Aqua Trio – Russian Imperial Tonic Bitters, National Tonic Bitters & Dunbar & Co. Worm Wood Cordial

Posted on 6 October 2014 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The Great Aqua Trio – Russian Imperial Tonic Bitters, National Tonic Bitters & Dunbar & Co. Worm Wood Cordial 06 October 2014 I think you all know how much I like aqua bottles. Though not a color, they certainly can … Continue reading →

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FOHBC 2014 Lexington National | Those Lucky Raffle Winners

Posted on 14 August 2014 by Ferdinand Meyer V

FOHBC 2014 Lexington National | Those Lucky Raffle Winners 14 August 2014 With a record of $6,125 in donation money, the FOHBC was pleased to hold scheduled raffles throughout the 2014 Lexington National Show. An anchor $5 thousand dollar donation was given to the FOHBC … Continue reading →

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FOHBC 2014 Lexington National | Glass Works Thoroughbred Auction

Posted on 12 August 2014 by Ferdinand Meyer V

FOHBC 2014 Lexington National | Glass Works Thoroughbred Auction 12 August 2014 This next group of pictures come from the “Thoroughbred Auction” conducted by Jim Hagenbuch and Glass Works Auctions. The event occurred on Saturday evening from 7:00 pm until 10:00 pm. Helping Jim out … Continue reading →

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