A6-21

✨ Authentic World War II–Era American Household Bottle ✨

This original Mrs. Stewart’s Liquid Bluing bottle dates to circa 1944, confirmed by the Owens-Illinois Duraglass base mark, introduced in 1940, with the right-side numeral “4” indicating 1944 production during World War II.

Mrs. Stewart’s famously retained traditional packaging well into the 1940s, which is why this bottle still features its classic cork closure and early-style portrait label, even though it was produced during the wartime years.

🔍 Details

Brand: Mrs. Stewart’s Liquid Bluing

Date: c. 1944 (WWII Era)

Material: Clear Duraglass

Height: approx. 5½ inches

Width: approx. 2¾ inches

Closure: Original cork (partially present)

Capacity: 10 fl. oz. (standard for this format)

🧼 Condition

Bottle is structurally solid with no cracks or repairs

Front paper label shows honest age wear, still legible and displayable

Back instruction label remains intact, a desirable collector feature

Interior residue consistent with original bluing use

Cork shows expected age wear

This is a genuine survivor, not a reproduction or cleaned-up example — ideal for collectors who appreciate authenticity.

🕰️ Historical Context

During World War II, products like Mrs. Stewart’s Bluing were staples in American homes, helping families extend the life of clothing during rationing years. This bottle represents everyday life on the home front, making it a meaningful piece of social history.

🏡 Display Appeal

Perfect for:

Primitive or farmhouse décor

Vintage laundry room displays

Early 20th-century household collections

Advertising and bottle collectors

📦 Ships carefully packed

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❗ Empty collectible bottle — no contents included