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Vintage Apollinaris Ceramic Match Strike Holder – Vandor Imports Japan Advertising
This is a vintage ceramic match striker featuring advertising for Apollinaris, the historic German mineral water brand. The design includes a ribbed central column intended for lighting "strike-anywhere" matches, topped with a flared reservoir to hold the matches. The word "APOLLINARIS" is displayed in a classic serif font around the top inner rim, while a flowing script version wraps around the wide base. It retains its original gold foil label on the unglazed bottom foot, identifying it as a piece by Vandor Imports.
Manufacturer/Origin:
Vandor Imports, San Francisco. Made in Japan.
Dimensions & Weight:
Height: Approximately 3.25 inches
Base Diameter: Approximately 3.5 inches
Weight: 10.9 ounces
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. The ceramic is clean with bright, intact lettering and no visible chips or cracks. The original manufacturer's sticker remains securely attached to the underside
