1978 Jim Beam 1867 Mississippi Fire Engine No 313 Decanter Regal China Vintage For Sale

Vintage Jim Beam 1867 “Mississippi” Fire Engine No. 313 Commemorative Bottle, dating to approximately 1978.
This elaborate large-format Jim Beam collectible was produced as a replica of the historic 1867 Mississippi steam fire engine, a first-class harp-tank double-plunger pump engine manufactured by the Amoskeag Manufacturing Co. of Manchester, New Hampshire.The original underside historical label is still attached and identifies the piece:1867 “MISSISSIPPI” FIRE ENGINE No. 313 – COMMEMORATIVE BOTTLEThe label states that the original engine was purchased by the City of Moline, Illinois in April 1869 for $4,000.
Features include the large black and silver ceramic Beam bottle/boiler, red spoked wheels, copper-tone pressure vessel, steering wheel, driver's seat, silver-tone piping and fittings, and numerous detailed fire-engine components.Originally contained Jim Beam 100 Months Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – 80 Proof. Bottle is empty; no alcohol is included.Measures approximately 12 inches tall. Large display piece approximately 14 inches long.Used / Pre-owned vintage condition. Empty decanter. A bit dusty but will clean up well. Displays very well overall with age-related surface wear, scratches and finish wear. Original labels remain present, including the historical identification label underneath and remnants of the original tax/seal strip. A couple of fitted chassis components are loose from age; see photos. No original box or paperwork included. Please review all photos carefully for exact condition and completeness.

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