Historical information

Cream came in bottles bought at the local store or at a large city store on a shopping expedition. The shape of the bottles changed as did the stopper used to seal it. Liquids were measured in pints pre 1966.

Significance

Historical: Change of bottles - shape, glass, stopper, size, embossing, use
Aesthetic: Display showing embossing, size and shape especially if in good condition

Physical description

Clear glass bottle used for storing cream. Straight sides half way up then gently tapered into a wide opening which widens with a broad lip on top. Heavily embossed along the bottom on one side in printed capital letters and lightly embossed on base. Lip on inside to hold a cardboard disc that sealed the opening.

Inscriptions & markings

Side: One Imperial Pint
Base: G 499