Summary
George Henry Bennett established his aerated water business in Richmond in 1884. The company traded as GH Bennett until it was sold in 1916.
Physical Description
One complete light green glass soft drink bottle. The bottle has been manufactured in a 2-piece mould with a separate base plate. It bears the maker's mark of George Henry Bennett of Richmond (1884 - 1916). The rubber seal is still inside the bottle.
Physical Description
One complete light green glass soft drink bottle. The bottle has been manufactured in a 2-piece mould with a separate base plate. It bears the maker's mark of George Henry Bennett of Richmond (1884 - 1916). The rubber seal is still inside the bottle.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
Public Life & Institutions, Historical Archaeology, Royal Exhibition Building
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from Godden Mackay Logan Heritage Consultants (GML), Department of Archaeology, La Trobe University, Australia Gallery, History & Technology Department, Museum Victoria, 20 Nov 2009
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Manufacture Date
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Context Number
I14//
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Site
Australia, Victoria, Melbourne, Royal Exhibition Building Western Forecourt
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Activity
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Specific Activity
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Colour
Green, Light
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Technique
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Provenance
236 Church St, Richmond
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References
Arnold 1997: 9
[Book] Arnold, Ken. 1997. Bottle Collectors Guide: Identification and Valuation Guide., 1997, 9 Pages
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Keywords
Archaeology, Bottles, Food & Beverages, Royal Exhibition Building, World Heritage
