Tag Archives: Andy Goldfrank

Christian Xander and his Melliston Bitters

He was a member of the Lutheran Church, and for many years led the singing in the congregation. He had an excellent voice and was very fond of singing; yea, he was proud of his musical talents. When quite a … Continue reading

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C. T. Hughes & Co. Sauce Bottle – Where is it from?

C. T. Hughes & Co. Sauce Bottle Where is it from? 13 September 2013 The other day we read about the dig with all of the pontiled bottles. Read: The One We Have Waited For, Privy Heaven!!!! The bottle that really … Continue reading

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Painted Bottles – Old & New

“We’re still painting on bottles as an art form of expression” David Walker Barker posted some neat pictures yesterday on Bottle Diggers and Collectors on facebook that I though were pretty cool and wanted to be nested in a post. … Continue reading

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The “Star of Baltimore”

You just have to love these umbrella style inks called the ‘Star of Baltimore” or ‘Baltimore Star“. Different from an Umbrella Ink in that the sides are concave and create the form of a star when viewed from the bottom. … Continue reading

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Benicia Iridescence and Patina on Bottles – Not a Sick Bottle

Benicia Iridescence and Patina on Bottles – Not a Sick Bottle 09 February 2012 (R•041614) I wanted to start a collection of pictures of bottles with Benicia iridescence and/or patina. Please send me examples of bottles you have or pictures … Continue reading

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