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Description:
Vintage 1954 D’Amelio’s Dairy pint milk bottle from Frankfort, New York. Clear glass bottle with bright orange pyroglaze/ACL graphics featuring a farm scene and the wording:
“Frankfort, N.Y.”
Measures approximately 7.5” tall x 3” wide. Mouth opening is approximately 1.5”, with an outer lip diameter of approximately 2 1/8”.
Base is embossed Duraglas, with 17 at the upper left and 54 at the upper right. The 54 is consistent with a 1954 manufacture date.
Features:
* D’Amelio’s Dairy, Frankfort, New York
* Pint-size round milk bottle
* Orange pyroglaze/ACL lettering and farm graphic
* Clear glass
* Duraglas embossed base
* Base markings: 17 / 54
* Approx. 7.5” tall x 3” diameter
* Approx. 1.5” mouth opening
* Approx. 2 1/8” outer lip diameter
* Mid-century dairy advertising collectible
* Includes the vintage paper cap/insert marked “Bush” that was inside the bottle when acquired
Condition:
Pre-owned vintage condition with age-related wear. Orange graphics remain bright and attractive. Please review all photos carefully for the exact condition of the glass, lettering, base, and lip.
The bottle was acquired with a vintage paper cap/insert marked “Bush” loose inside. It is not original to the D’Amelio’s bottle, but it is included as found.
White foam beads shown inside the bottle are not original to the bottle.
Historical Context:
D’Amelio’s operated a dairy in Frankfort, New York, in Herkimer County. This is a mid-century returnable dairy bottle with Duraglas glass and a 54 date code, supporting a 1954 date.
Shipping:
Various shipping options are available, including local pickup.
