Philadelphia Strap Flask - Robinson

 

 

 

 

 

Circa 1880 Philadelphia Half Pint Strap Flask - A. H. Robinson, Market Street

Philly whiskey flasks with oval slug plates are pretty uncommon. Here is a scarce one from Market Street. It is priced way down because I don't think this is supposed to be a shear top and it may be missing the top ring. On the other hand, the "Pat Applied For" could mean it had a metal cap over a shear top and is correct.

Embossed: A. H. ROBINSON & CO / NO 1114 / MARKET ST / PHILADELPHIA / PAT. APPLIED FOR

Height: 6 1/4" 
Color: amber

Condition: see above for notes about the top. Other than that, it seems perfect structurally with no chips, dings, cracks or bruises. It does have stain and some overall wear.

Reference Number:  GW484

Price: $15