Sold for A$65
Pair of Billson Codds: 1. G. H. Billson / (Shield with crossed axes over G. H. B / Trade / Mark) / Melbourne. Base Mark: M. 2. G. H. Billson / (Shield with crossed axes over G. H. B / Trade / Mark) / Melbourne. Base Mark: B B. (Victoria) Aerated Water Codd Applied top. Four way pour Dobson style patent with four dimples. Aqua. 10-12 oz. 223 mm. 1890s-1900s
1. Good. 8 mm fracture to right upper lip, another to front left lip, and then a third to rear lip, these are almost like annealing marks. Scuffs and scratches throughout with some stain. Little fisheyes and impact marks to be found. 2. Very Good. Tiny nick to upper right lip has a small surface fracture from it. Small spot of rust to rear shoulder and a couple of other little ones. B of Billson is flaked. Some light scuffs and scratches. A bit of fine wear around the shoulder. A few fisheyes. A nice example of this unusual early variation with the BB base mark for Billson Brothers. Grade: N/A Estimate: $50 - 75
