This is a late 19th-century European (likely Dutch) "Case Gin" or "Tapered Gin" bottle. Molded in a deep, rich olive green (frequently referred to by collectors as "black glass" when thick), this bottle features the classic four-sided tapered body designed to maximize packing efficiency inside wooden shipping crates.

The piece exhibits beautiful historical manufacturing characteristics. It has a crude, heavy applied tapered collar finish (lip), distinct stretch marks along the neck, a subtle orange-peel surface texture indicative of a dip-mold process, and an occasional primitive seed/bubble trapped within the glass wall. The base features a smooth, shallow push-up with a faint, raised un-embossed circle characteristic of post-bottom mold production from this era.

• Type: Case Gin / Tapered Gin Bottle

• Production Technique: Mold-blown body with an applied lip

• Dimensions: Approximately 10" Tall x 3.5" Wide (at the shoulder)

Origin & Age

• Country of Origin: Most likely the Netherlands (Schiedam region) or Germany, produced for global export.

• Estimated Era: Late Victorian Era (Circa 1880–1890).

Condition Report

• Overall Condition: Excellent Antique Condition.

• Details: The glass retains a beautiful high-gloss fire polish. There are no cracks, chips, or bruises on the body, neck, or applied lip. The interior and exterior are remarkably clean with no heavy sickness, clouding, or major burial staining. Natural manufacturing flaws—including seed bubbles, minor surface cooling lines, and asymmetrical thickness—are present as expected for utilitarian glass of this era, adding to its authentic rustic character.

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