Sold for A$10
G. H. Billson & Co / Trade (Crossed Axes) Mark / G.H.B / Regd / Melbourne. Base Mark: GHB / 1916. Aerated Water Crown Seal Applied top, tooled finish. Aqua. 13 oz. 235 mm. 1910s
Good. Oiled internally. Tiny lip nick. Left rear body has a nibbled open bubble. Small open bubble near O of Co. To left of badge is a diagonal streak of tiny airbubbles within the glass. Impact mark near rear base has a very fine fracture from it over 20 x 6 mm. Scuffs, scratches and fisheyes throughout, plenty of crate wear. Still looks decent enough as an example of a nice, early crown seal. Grade: 6.8 Estimate: $20 - 30
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