Antique embossed 8inch mineral water bottle from Ward & Sons of Swinton, dating to the late Victorian / early Edwardian period (circa 1890–1910).

The bottle is made from aqua blue-green glass and features strong embossed lettering including WARD & SONS, A15, and SWINTON around the base.

These bottles were used by local mineral water and soda manufacturers and are now collected as examples of Victorian advertising and regional British bottle history.

Details

Maker: Ward & Sons

Location: Swinton

Marking: A15

Colour: Aqua / blue-green glass

Type: Mineral water / soda bottle

Era: Victorian / Edwardian (c1900)

Condition

Good antique condition

No cracks observed

Some internal staining and age-related wear consistent with age

Strong clear embossing

Please see photos for full condition.