Historical information

Drink came in bottles sold locally or in larger cities visited during shopping expeditions. The shape of bottles varied. History of bottles made in Scotland and sold in Australia c1920's. Possibly brought to Australia as a gift. Contents not known.

Significance

Historical: Change of bottles - shape, glass, embossing, use
Aesthetic; Display showing embossing and shape.

Physical description

Clear green glass medium sized bottle joined on each side longitudinally. Heavy embossing on the base. Straight sides half way up from the base gradual tapering to a lip near the opening.

Inscriptions & markings

Around the circumference of the base: 'Bottle Made In Scotland'
In the centre of the base: 'P' followed by '25'