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The Hull Brothers barrel from Detroit, Michigan

The Hull Brothers barrel from Detroit, Michigan 22 September 2016 (R•102416) Here is a new barrel post for the extremely rare Hull Bros. from Detroit, Michigan. In fact, this is the only example I have ever seen. The amber bottle was offered … Continue reading

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Home Bitters Company | Prepared Black Berry Brandy

Home Bitters Company | Prepared Black Berry Brandy – St. Louis 22 August 2013 (R•102013) Here is a bitters bottle that I have not seen before. The bottle is embossed, HOME BITTERS CO. / ST. LOUIS, MO. / PREPARED BLACK BERRY … Continue reading

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Heatley on the Hunt with C.C. Jerome

Charles C. Jerome – Physician & Surgeon  Ferdinand, I have been researching the elusive C.C. Jerome- who was this person, etc.. There was virtually nothing on the individual. I had been told he was in business one year- 1865. Attached … Continue reading

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C.C. Jerome National Bitters from Detroit

C.C. Jerome National Bitters from Detroit 04 July 2011 (R•090518) Another very exciting email from noted Michigan collector Jeff “scharno” Scharnowske… OK, now for something more up your alley, Ferd. Here are the only two known examples (pictured above) of the … Continue reading

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Jeff Scharnowske’s Michigan Strap Sided Whiskey Flasks

Ahh…..long 4th of July weekends are for barbecue and BOTTLES! Incoming email and pictures from noted Michigan collector Jeff Scharnowske. Thanks Jeff. Pretty cool. Ferd, was just playing with my straps yesterday, brought them out of the basement and into my … Continue reading

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