Philadelphia Green Soda - W. RIDDLE

 

 

 

 

 

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Circa 1850-1855 Philadelphia Green Soda - W. RIDDLE

There are several variants of the Riddles, the R. and the W. Riddle. This is an earlier "W" with the taper top. It has a very clear frosted iron pontil but no iron residue. Recently dug in a Philly privy, it has only been rinsed out.

Embossed: W. RIDDLE / PHILAD.A // R (large fancy letter)

Height: 7 3/8"  
Color: deep teal green

Condition: perfect structurally (no chips, dings, cracks), except for a teeny flea bite nip on the lip that you need to feel for. As a recently dug bottle that hasn't been tumbled, it does have some overall light scratchiness and stain. But the embossing strike is strong and it would tumble fine if desired.

Reference Number: Y459

Price: $82