Antique E. Roussel Philadelphia Green Soda Bottle 1850s Damaged For Sale

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Antique E. Roussel Philadelphia Green Soda Bottle 1850s Damaged:
$150.00

Offered for sale is an original antique E. Roussel Philadelphia soda water bottle dating to approximately the 1850s.

This beautiful early American bottle features deep emerald-green glass, large embossed ROUSSEL lettering, PHILADA embossing near the base, and its original applied blob top.

Eugene Roussel was a pioneer in American soda bottling, helping popularize bottled flavored soda water in Philadelphia during the 19th century.

Condition: The bottle’s original top has broken away from the neck but is included and fits perfectly back into position without glue. The break can be felt along the neck and will require professional repair or restoration. The bottle has not been repaired or glued.

There is additional surface wear, scratching, staining, and discoloration consistent with age. Please examine all photographs carefully.

An interesting piece of early Philadelphia soda-bottling history.

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Sold “AS IS”, no returns, so please view pictures and be certain before purchasing this item.