A vintage clear glass soft-drink bottle associated with Marchant & Co., Melbourne, featuring an embossed wheel trademark, Registered Australia wording and the company\u2019s ownership notice.<\/p>\n
Its long neck, raised lettering and moulded base marks make it an appealing addition to a collection of Australian bottles or vintage advertising. It also offers a small, tangible connection with Melbourne\u2019s manufacturing and everyday social history.<\/p>\n
The base carries the code M690 and a glassmaker\u2019s monogram. A closely matching documented example suggests a probable 1930s\u20131940s date, although an exact manufacturing year has not been established.<\/p>\n
About Marchant & Co.<\/strong><\/p>\n George Marchant began manufacturing aerated drinks in Brisbane in 1886. The business expanded into other Australian cities, including Melbourne, where its factory operated in Richmond. Surviving embossed bottles record the company\u2019s branding and its place in Australia\u2019s soft-drink industry.<\/p>\n Dimensions and weight<\/strong><\/p>\n Height: Approximately 18.5 cm Condition<\/strong><\/p>\n Good vintage display condition, with a small chip inside the lip and surface wear. Please examine the photographs as part of the description.<\/p>\n Offered as one bottle, without a cap.<\/p>\n
\nWidth and depth: Approximately 6 \u00d7 6 cm
\nWeight: 317 g<\/p>\n