Sold for A$66
Three Bitters Bottles: 1. Dr J. Hostetter's / Stomach Bitters. No base mark. 2. John Cawsey & Co Ltd // This bottle always remains the property of / John Cawsey & Co Ltd / Cordial Manufacturers, Sydney / Its use by others is illegal. Base: 1120. 3. Dr Bell's Liver & / Kidney Bitters // Dr Bell's Liver & / Kidney Bitters. Smooth base. Spirits Bitters Various Various. 1880s-1920s
1. Good. Swirled etched staining throughout to the outside, stained internally as well. Surface has a crazed effect to the upper region. Some rust spots, scuffs and scratches. Not often found in this light colouration. 2. Very Good. A bit dusty and grimy. Some light scratches and scuffs to the surface. The ring around the neck is chipped off in a section measuring 18 x 5 mm (this is at the back right when you have the embossed sides to the front). Quite an attractive bottle, displays well. 3. Very Good. Surface is quite scratched and scuffed although looks quite good from even a short distance. Little flake to one base corner. Has had some oil inside and black texta around the embossing on one side. Good, clean example. Grade: N/A Estimate: $40 - 60
