THE ITEM
This is a spectacular, investment-grade vintage 1951 Royal Crown Cola 12-ounce ACL (Applied Color Label) soda bottle manufactured by the renowned Owens-Illinois Glass Company. Molded from heavy, vibrant emerald green glass, this historic bottle features the iconic, highly sought-after "Pyramid" label layout—a legendary graphic design showcasing bright yellow-and-black Egyptian pyramids set dramatically against a vibrant red sky backdrop.
The base of the bottle is fully textured with factory stippling and proudly bears the embossed script "Duraglas" trademark along with Owens-Illinois' legendary diamond, oval, and "I" manufacturer mark. Flanking the logo are the official plant code "3" (Fairmont, WV plant) and the precise date code "51" confirming a 1951 production run. This pristine mid-century pop culture relic is an absolute priority target for advanced soda advertising collectors and vintage kitchen decorators looking for showroom-quality glass.
WHY THIS PIECE COMMANDS A PREMIUM
Iconic Pyramid Graphics: The Egyptian pyramid paint scheme is widely considered one of the most visually stunning and collectible soda labels ever created, far outstripping standard text-only logo variants.
Exceptional ACL Paint Preservation: Unlike most dug or heavily weathered specimens, the painted ceramic labels on this example are brilliantly vibrant and crisp, suffering very little of the typical case wear or color fading.
Fully Legible 1951 Duraglas Date Codes: The pristine, unmutilated "Duraglas" script and base markings give collectors definitive, undisputed authentication data.
Flawless Display-Ready Aesthetics: The heavy emerald glass has retained its high-gloss sheen with zero burial oxidation, making it immediately ready for a prominent shelf or showcase.
SPECIFICS
Brand: Royal Crown Cola (RC Cola / Nehi Corporation)
Bottle Style: Textured Neck / Iconic Pyramid Graphic Label
Glass Color: Heavy Emerald Green Glass
Volume Capacity: 12 Fluid Ounces
Manufacturer: Owens-Illinois Glass Co. (Fairmont, West Virginia Plant)
Base Codes: Style G-286, Plant 3, Date 51 (1951), Mold 2
CONDITION
Offered in spectacular, collector-grade vintage condition. The emerald green glass is incredibly bright, clean, and clear, completely free of "sick" or cloudy ground burial hazing, deep case scratches, or heavy scuffing. Both front and back Applied Color Labels (ACL) are phenomenally preserved, boasting 95%+ complete paint coverage with vivid, unfaded reds, yellows, and blacks. The crown finish lip is perfectly smooth and chip-free, and the embossed "Duraglas" script and code sequence on the stippled base are completely crisp and sharp.
SHIPPING & HANDLING
Shipping vintage glass soda bottles requires total protection against external pressure and thermal shock. The bottle will be securely packed by cushioning it fully in layers of heavy-duty bubble wrap, with special focus protecting the neck and crown finish rim. It will be placed upright inside a rigid box surrounded on all sides by dense packing material to eliminate internal rattling. Shipped with tracking and full insurance included at no additional cost.
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