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The Al and Carol Cali Collection

Sun, Jan 18, 2026 04:00PM EST - Sun, Feb 1, 2026 04:00PM EST
Lot 117

Christmas Rye Whiskey Advertising Flask, ca. 1890s

Estimate: $100 - $250
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Bid Increments

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$50 $10
$200 $25
$1,000 $50
$3,000 $100
A scarce antique glass advertising flask with label-under-glass design, featuring a humorous holiday image of a man holding a bottle of “1891 Rye.” The front reads “A Merry Christmas / A Happy New Year” and “Corking Good Stuff,” with a retail advertisement for W.J. Miller & Sons, Liquor Dealers, Westport, MD. The back of the flask has a diamond-patterned pressed design. These novelty flasks were typically given as promotional holiday gifts by liquor merchants in the late 19th century.Dimensions approx.: 6 x 3.5 x 1.25 in.Pickup & Shipping: This lot may be picked up free of charge in Sacramento, CA. Shipping via FedEx or USPS available within the continental U.S. for $50. All shipments include Direct Signature Required and full replacement value insurance at a rate of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless the buyer accepts full liability in writing. Combined lot shipping is typically discounted.

Condition

Good antique condition with light wear consistent with age. Some minor edge wear and clouding under the glass. Metal screw cap shows oxidation.