Sold for A$40
(Bell) / The / Bell / Patent / Melbourne / Glass Bottle / Works Co. Base: A. Aerated Water Patent Applied blob top. Lamont type stopper with noticeable cut away section in middle. Aqua. 10 oz. 217 mm. 1880s-1890s
Very Good. Annealing marks to inner lip/neck. Surface is a little scuffy and scratched, most noticeably around the shoulder. Some pitting as well. Shallow surface impact mark on the U of Melbourne and a couple of small burst bubbles on the word Works. A few fisheyes scattered around. Well embossed trade mark. Good solid example. Grade: 7.4 Estimate: $20 - 30