frick21 I found this A TRASKS MAGNETIC OINTMENT bottle while working when was gardening. I love the shape and history behind this bottle and brand, can anyone tell me if it’s real or a reproduction? And if it isn’t real can someone tell me how old it is? Or how I could learn to do this? Thank you! Stay safe and healthy!!
tonyatl the glass appears to me to be authentic. this bottle would be an odd one to reproduce for the purpose of deception or even as an honest reproduction. There is a reasonable possibility of it being 19th C which I say because of the considerable sand grit seen in the body of the glass. however, that evidence in not infallible - just a lead for additional research. I love the chamfered corners. of course your knowledge of the history of this ointment or its maker should help bound its possible date of production - ie what is the company's history?
piggler Certainly looks genuine. If you want to learn more about old bottles to go to the SHA.org site. It is extensive and a very useful tool for understanding antique glass. https://sha.org/bottle/Jeff
tonyatl and a little more information on trask https://www.antiquebottles-glass.com/trask-magetic-ointment-bottles/
