This 1/2 pint spun top milk bottle dates from around 1910 or so and is made from flint glass, and has already begun to turn slightly purple.

Manganese used for making glass clear, ionizes in UV light turning a purple colour, so if left in the sun this bottle will go darker over time :-)

Mason Struthers & Co Ltd, Dairy Providers in Christchurch - what a lovely wee Canterbury bottle! It's in overall good condition, with only a bit of crate wear marring the condition. Lovely early spun top and full of bubbles, this is a must-have for any Christchurch and Canterbury collectors, from just $1 reserve.

Please examine the photos accompanying the auction carefully as they form part of the item's description.

There is no "Buy Now" option as I'd prefer to let the auction run its course to give everyone a fair chance at getting something great :-)

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