This is a vintage Jim Beam whiskey decanter shaped like a classic San Francisco cable car trolley, produced as a limited edition collectible in 1968. The decanter features a green ceramic body with detailed markings, including route signs for "Powell & Mason Streets" on one side and "Van Ness Ave., California & Market Streets" on the other. The side panel displays a Jim Beam advertisement reading "The Favorite Bourbon in San Francisco" with an illustrated bottle. The front label states "Beam 110 Months Old 86 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey" and "Bottled by James B. Beam Distilling Co., Clermont - Beam, Kentucky." It holds 4/5 quart (approximately 750ml) and includes the original gold foil "Genuine Regal China Handcrafted" emblem. The base is embossed with "Creation of James B. Beam Distilling Co. KY-DRB-230 Genuine Regal China © C. Miller 1968 145 68," confirming its authenticity and production year. The decanter comes with a cork stopper and remnants of the original red tax stamp seal around the neck (showing "30460"). This piece is empty and ideal for display in a bar, man cave, or as part of a whiskey memorabilia collection. It captures the nostalgia of mid-20th-century San Francisco iconography combined with Jim Beam's heritage.Â
Origin: Produced by James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky, USA. The ceramic body was crafted by Regal China (C. Miller), a company known for creating figural decanters for Jim Beam during the 1960s and 1970s.
Age: Manufactured in 1968, making it approximately 58 years old as of 2026.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition based on the provided images. No visible chips, cracks, or major scratches. The glaze remains glossy with minor age-related wear on the gold foil labels and tax stamp. The cork appears intact, and the overall piece shows light patina consistent with its age, enhancing its collectible appeal. It has been well-preserved, with all original markings legible.
Material: Ceramic (porcelain/china) with glazed finish, gold foil accents, and cork stopper.
Item dimensions: 4.75" tall × 7.75" wide x 3.25" deep
Weight of item: 1 lb 11 ozÂ
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