Sold for A$1,000
G. H. Billson / (Shield with Crossed Hatchets / Trade Mark / G. H. B. / St Kilda. / Brewed / Ginger Beer. Impressed: Bourne / Denby. (Victoria) Ginger Beer Cork Stoppered Champagne. Tan Top. Black Print. 10 oz. 223 mm. 1890s-1900s
Repaired. There is a section in the right front neck and shoulder that has been filled. This starts a bit below where the tan goes to inside the neck and runs in a tear drop shape to the shoulder. See attached pictures of the inside of the bottle showing the fill. The lip looks original with maybe just a nibble or two covered. The rest of the bottle is in brilliant condition. The repair itself is a superb one, in strong light you can just make out the edges of the filled part. Exceptionally rare English made variety. Grade: 0 Estimate: $1000 - 1250
