Sold for A$180
J. O'Connell & Son. / (JOC Monogram) / Bendigo / British Syphon Co. Ltd. London // This Syphon always remains / the Property of / J. O'Connell & Son / Bendigo. (Metal top is British Syphon Co made, impressed Barrett Bros.) Aerated Water Soda Syphon Tapered and Fluted shape. Turquoise. 30 oz. 317 mm with top. 1920s
Very Good. Typical syphon marks with flakes, chips and bruises on some of the edges of the fluted parts. Around the base are some scattered bruises and chips. One chip under the base, 12 x 7 mm. Fisheyes scattered around the shoulder. Some minor internal soda residue. There are many variations of O'Connell syphons - this one is etched "& Son" and has quite a fancy badge. Metal top is easily removed. Great colour and quite a nice solid example. Grade: 7.3 Estimate: $200 - 250
