![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Bottle-making was a labor-intensive craft in the 1800s. Once the hot compound cooled, the artisan applied the finishing touches, including crafting the bottle lip. The skilled glassblower carefully blew molten glass into a wood or iron mold. In the 1800s, glass blowing was a necessary profession. However, in the mid-20th century, automation took over the glass bottle industry. From the mid-19th century through the early 20th century, most glass bottles took shape under a glassblower’s watchful eye. When determining the approximate age of antique bottles, the first thing to know is how the glass bottle was produced. We’ll teach you how to tell the age of a glass bottle, so you can browse through your next estate sale with confidence. The best place to start is with knowledge of production techniques and strategic markings. But determining a bottle’s age can be a challenge. ![]() There’s no denying it old bottles have quirks and charms you don’t see with modern glassware. Dedicated bottle collectors, also known as bottle diggers, can’t get enough of classic glassware’s intriguing shapes and vintage colors. When visiting an estate sale, shoppers are often intrigued by antique bottles. ![]()
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