Bidspirit auction | Antique Williamson Anheuser Busch Advertising

Antique Williamson Anheuser Busch Advertising Miniature Bottle Corkscrew, Patented 1903 - An antique Williamson Anheuser Busch advertising miniature bottle corkscrew, patented 1903. This pocket-sized corkscrew is cleverly disguised as a small beer bottle, constructed from mixed metals. The body is primarily brass or copper-toned, while the neck, cap, and retractable corkscrew are silver-toned. A rectangular embossed panel on the bottle's body displays 'ANHEUSER' above a stylized eagle and anchor crest, with 'BUSCH' below. The base is stamped with 'WILLIAMSON CO.', 'PAT'D FOR', 'MD', and '1903'. Height: 2.5 inches The item exhibits significant age-appropriate wear. There is widespread surface wear, scratches, and heavy oxidation and discoloration to the brass/copper-toned body. A prominent patina is present across all metal surfaces. The retractable corkscrew mechanism appears functional. Burns in-house shipping is available. Pick up is Thursday, Dec. 4 from Noon to 7 pm at our gallery in Lancaster, Ohio 43130 or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. We will charge a $5 fee if you want to pick this lot up another day. Once packed up we will send you an invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com. Sales tax is collected on this auction. AB243