Old Whiskey Jug

[jgas]

Found this in a Privy a while back, in really great shape. Adolf Mohns & Co. South Bend Indiana is where I dug it up. I guess he was a Wholesaler of wines and liquor back in the late 1800's. Any idea's on scarcity or price would be great. I have never seen anything from this guy before.Thanks. Jgas.

 

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[allen_idaho]

Stonewear in great shape like that is in relatively high demand. I'd say that piece is worth at least $100 if not more. But it would be best to consult an expert in those types of bottles.

 

[jgas]

Thanks Allen, as a matter of fact I just sold the jug for $350.00 to a local guy here in town. Steak dinner tonight! jgas

 

[Gobpile]

That sounds fair.I have found and sold a few in the past couple years. Marked Liquor jugs can go very high depending on the rarity and locality mine have been all from Colorado mining towns.I have had them go from 350 to 1500. Do your research before you sell!! Awesome find!

 

[jgas]

Thanks Gob, boy would I like to dig out your way! I did quite a bit of research on this one though and it was a local maker. The guy I dig with on occasion bought it and told me that I have visitation rights to it. So I know he will keep it in his collection, which is good.

 

[dlap59]

I PM’d you. My great grandfather was Adolf Mohn.

 

[scruggs]

Very nice Jug!