Bottle, Beer
Object number96.167.95
Datec. 1918
MediumGlass
Credit LineGift of Ralph W. Friday
DescriptionGreen glass beer bottle. Pale green glass. Tall body with prominent mold lines and sharply defined shoulder leading into a long bulging neck with pronounced ring at mouth to accept a crown-type cap. Embossed text just below top of shoulder has retailer information. Embossed retailer monogram centered in a shield shape on base.Dimensions9.5 x 2.5 in. (24.1 x 6.4 cm)MarksEmbossed text just below top of shoulder "Independent Brewing Co. Of Pittsburgh".
Embossed "IBC" monogram centered in a shield shape on base.
Embossed text along edge of base "A. B. Co. / 18 N".
Historical NotesIndependent Brewing Company bottle.Label TextThroughout the twentieth century, various Pittsburgh breweries and bottlers have produced colorful and unique beverage containers.
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