Sold for A$265
Health Beverages, / When Empty return to (in arch) / Sharpe Bros / Australia / & / New Zealand // Patented / No. 17627 // Caution. / Persons Detaining, / Misappropriating or Trading / with this jar are liable / to be prosecuted. Impressed stamp: R. Fowler / Sydney. Has two original stoppers, small one in the top and larger one in the threaded tap hole. (New South Wales) Demijohn Printed Bristol Glaze. Tan top. Black Print. Internal Thread. Patented Tap Hole. One Gallon 327 mm without stopper. 1910s
Excellent. Some making marks and general light wear. The tap hole is a bit chipped and flaked all around and there is a hairline running down the inside. Attractive demijohn and these are really hard to get in this variety with the tap. (Jar 5:2, Page 759 "Thirsty Work", Jones) Grade: 8 Estimate: $200 - 300
