Mar 31, 2001, The B. H. Manuscript/Collectible/Philatelic Sale, Sale 9
Lot 1114
Coca-Cola - 1950s
Aluminum Six Pack. 1950s Coca-Cola six pack carrier, complete with
bottles. This aluminum holder has been embossed with the classic logo:
"Drink Coca-Cola" on both sides. A central divider serves as a guide to
keep the six bottles in place. Bottles remain filled with the beverage.
Measuring 7½ x 8¼ x 5". A few surface scratches to the
carrier. Else, in fine condition.
Estimated Value $75-125.
Lot 1115
Coca-Cola - Early
Vending Machine Bottle. Pre-1957 Coca-Cola bottle. Measuring 7" in
height, this bottle, in the typical "hobble skirt" shape, was likely
produced for use in a vending machine. With a "twist-off" cap, the bottle
remains filled with the original elixir. Bottled in Huntsville, Alabama.
Cap is lightly scratched, with light rust. Still, in very fine condition.
The hobble-skirt shaped bottle, first appeared in 1915, designed to
resemble a cocoa bean.
Estimated Value $50-UP.
Lot 1116
Coca-Cola - Japanese
Six-Pack. Coca-cola six-pack complete with six "hobble skirt" style
bottles and cardboard carrier. The bottles feature applied color labels in
Japanese, but for the signature "Coca-Cola" trademark. Carrier also printed
in Japanese. Bottles measure 8" in height, and are filled with the soda.
Caps are rusted and scratched, with a rim of scratching at waist and base.
In good condition overall.
The six-pack carton was first made
available in New Orleans in March of 1923.
Estimated Value $100-150.
Lot 1117
Coca-Cola - Pair of
Early Carriers. Pair of Coca-Cola bottle carriers. First, a 1940s
wooden six-pack carrier painted in yellow with red accents. Two sides
feature the signature catch-phrase "Drink Coca-Cola In Bottles", while both
ends are decorated with a circular logo illustrating a Coke bottle emerging
from a pair of wings with the slogan "Go Refreshed Coca-Cola". Measuring 8
x 7½ x 5½". One sectioned divider remains with the carrier.
The second piece is a metal carrier, equipped to hold two bottles. The
advertisement plate on the front of the piece reads: "Enjoy Coca-Cola /
While You Shop / Place Bottle Here." Presumably, the piece was designed to
hang on shopping cards. Measuring 4½" in height. Paint is worn on
wooden carrier, with Coke stains on either end. Scratches to advertising
plate of second piece. Overall, the group is in good condition.
Estimated Value $150-250.
Lot 1118
Coca-Cola Advertisment
- The Theatre. 1907 two-color advertisement from the magazine
The Play. Under the heading "From the Realm of Fancy to Reality",
the notice heralds the regenerative powers of the elixir after 'suffering
and sympathizing' with characters when attending a matinee performance. The
ad states: "Now the play is over. Still thrilled and dazed, you step with
your friends to the nearby fountain and call for Coca-Cola which makes the
transition from the realm of fancy to the hum-drum bustle of every day life
delightfully soothing." Framed for an overall size of 18 x 24¼".
Sheet is toned with a bit of water-staining at lower right. Still, in very
good condition overall.
Estimated Value $75-125.
Lot 1119
Coca-Cola Bottle Sign.
1940s Coca-Cola bottle sign. Resembling the "hobble skirt" style
bottle, this sign effectively advertises the refreshing elixir with an
oversized Coca-Coal bottle. Height: 17". With a light, horizontal
surface scratch across bottom, and a few small surface abrasions. Overall,
in very good condition.
Estimated Value $100-175.
Lot 1120
Coca-Cola Button Sign
With Ice Pick. Coca-Cola button sign. Measuring 12" in diameter, this
shiny, red advertisement simply displays the slogan: "Drink Coca-Cola".
Accompanied by a Coca-Cola ice pick (circa 1950) that features a wooden
handle with the signature Coca-Cola logo and the phrase: "Delicious and
Refreshing". Pick is complete with original box. Light surface abrasion to
button, pick has been used. Overall, the group is in very good condition.
Estimated Value $250-300.
Lot 1121
Coca-Cola
Commemorative Bottle. Ten ounce Coca-Cola bottle commemorating the 75th
Anniversary of the world's first Coca-Cola bottling company in Chattanooga,
Tennessee. The bottle features an applied color label which is nearly
identical to the paper labels that adorned the bottles between 1900 and
1916. Originally the labels included a panel reading "Minimum Volume
6½ Oz." or "Contents 6 Fluid Oz.", in its place our bottle reads
"Commemorative Bottle". Remains filled with original cola. Measuring 8" in
height. Cap is scratched and rusted. Still, in good to very good condition.
Estimated Value $50-100.
Lot 1122
Coca-Cola Olympic
Bottles. Set of four Coca-Cola bottles Commemorating the 1984 Los
Angeles Olympics. These limited edition bottles each feature the image of
the official Olympic mascot: "Sam the Eagle". Interestingly, these bottles
were copyrighted in 1980, four years prior to the event. Bottles measure 10
" in height, and remained filled. Each is accompanied by its original box
and includes a tag identifying its number in the series. In excellent
condition.
Significantly, it should be noted that the 1984 Olympics
were the first in which corporate sponsors were allowed to put Olympic
symbols on their products, thereby becoming "Official" Olympic products.
Estimated Value $150-250.
Lot 1123
Coca-Cola Radio
Bottle. Coca-Cola radio bottle. Dating to the 1970s this fully
functioning radio is shaped in the classic "hobble skirt" style. Volume is
adjusted by twisting the neck of the bottle and stations can be chosen by
turning the base. Accompanied by original box. In excellent condition.
Estimated Value $40-70.
Lot 1124
Coca-Cola Vintage
Tray. 1903 "Hilda Clark" Coca-Cola serving tray. The decorative tray
pictures a demure young lady enjoying the innovative beverage in a soda
fountain glass while reading a letter. The slogan "Drink Delicious and
Refreshing" appears in the lower portion of the tray, while the signature
Coca-Cola logo appears centered along the lower lip. Measuring 15¼ x
18½". Obviously a utilitarian piece, this tray is well-worn with
scratches, chips and dents. Professional restoration can only enhance the
value of this highly collectible tray. In poor to fair
condition.
Hilda Clark was the first celebrity to promote Coca-Cola
products. She first appeared on Coca-Cola calendars in 1899, and her
likeness was used to endorse the drink until 1903. She has been called the
queen of Coca-Cola advertising.
Estimated Value $300-UP.
Lot 1125
Coca-Cola Vintage
School Set. A "Delicious and Refreshing" piece of America. This 8", red
case features; 2 pencils, 1 combination red & blue pencil, 1 pen holder, 1
penpoint, 1 eraser, 1 ruler, and 2 school size blotters. In nearly mint
condition.
Estimated Value $75-125.
Lot 1126
Double Cola - 1950s
Six Pack. Early Double Cola six pack carrier. The metal carrier
features advertising plates on either side, displaying the red, yellow and
black "Drink Double Cola" logo. Accompanied by six early, filled Coca-Cola
bottles. Lightly scratched with a few abrasions and dents. Still, in very
good condition.
The Double Cola Company began in Chattanooga,
Tennessee as the invention of Charles D. Little (and his partner) under the
name the Good Grape Company. Though their first beverage was grape
flavored, they developed the "Double Cola" and changed the company name in
1933. Aptly named, the soda was packaged in bottles that held twelve ounces
of the drink, twice as much as other sodas. Today the soda remains a
Southern favorite.
Estimated Value $75-125.
Lot 1127
Vintage Astro Compass.
Astro Compass MKII. Widely used by the Royal Air Force during World War
II, the Astro Compass is an instrument used to determine true heading based
on the position of the sun or stars, unlike a traditional magnetic compass.
The device consists of a bearing plate with a movable sighting device
attached to it. This main platform is adjustable by reference to two
integral spirit levels. Measuring 6" in height. Accompanied by original
wooden box measuring 10 x 7 x 5½". Straps on box have frayed, and
box is worn from age. Device, however, appears in very good condition.
Estimated Value $200-250.
Lot 1128
Vintage Embroidery
Scissors. Lot of 2 pairs of scissors used for fine work. Oldest, circa
1890s, features German steel blades set with oversize sterling handles of
American make. Handles are decorated with a lovely foliate pattern. The
famed retailer, Marshall Field & Co., offered similar such scissors in
their retail catalog of 1896. The second pair are of comparable shape to
previous, but smaller, later, and once gilt. Lengths: 4-3/8"; 3-1/2". Both
in nice condition.
Estimated Value $100-150.
Lot 1129
Vintage Pen & Pencil.
The "Conway Stewart" Writing Set, circa 1930s. London, England.
Beautiful green lacquer finish with gold accents. Pen: 4 3/4", nib
inscribed "Conway Stewart 14ct. gold 4", initialed "CS" on two clips. Pen
body is also etched "Conway Stewart-- Made in England 84". Pencil: 4 1/2",
etched "Conway No. 26 Conway Stewart London", initialed "CS" on clip. Set
comes complete with Conway Stewart Guarantee, instructions for pen & pencil
and original "woven" box (white with green and gold accents). Inlay of box
is inscribed, "To Nigel / With love. / From Great
Granny Wills" Box is moderately worn in spots. In very good condition
overall.
Estimated Value $150-200.
Lot 1130
Vintage Pincushion -
1866 New Orleans. Formed in the shape of a bale of cotton, this
pincushion, dating from 1886, features metal bandings tightly clasped
around a miniature "bale" covered in red silk. Ends are imprinted with the
words "Main Building" on one side, and "The North Central and South
American Exposition New Orleans 1885-1886" on the other. This unusual
American Expo souvenir is in fair to good condition, with obvious wear and
rusting from bands.
Estimated Value $150-200.