You can buy an antique bottle half a gallon used for sparkletts distilled water not spring water. According to ian lubek, author of a forthcoming book about the history of seltzer, between the 1820s and 1920s there were hundreds of competing inventions to store and dispense soda and seltzer water. History of seltzer the story of seltzer school really begins with the fresh surge of western migration which swept the united states after the close of the civil war. Seltzer bottles are extremely popular to collect and come in many different shapes and sizes.
Vintage 1930s english sparklet soda syphon seltzer bottle. Fits most soda siphons, you can use this bulb holder for most other makes. Smith farm which occupied the half section on the north side of the road. Get the best deals on collectible seltzer bottles 1900now when. Sparklets seltzer syphon bottles early history my love affair with sparklets syphon seltzer bottles began in the early 1990s when i first laid eyes on one in a little antique shop located in an area of orlando, boarding winter park. Sparklets wicker wire mesh glass syphon seltzer bottle art deco. Bulb holder from our own design based the original from the 1920s and 1930s. I think this bottle is from the 1950s, possibly the 1940s.
Siphon must not be refilled under penalty of the law. Vintage sparklets seltzer bottle soda siphon new york 30s wire mesh czech glass. Brooklyn seltzer boys delivers old fashioned seltzer filled by the last remaining seltzer shop in new york citygomberg seltzer works, inc. This beauty would make a lovely addition to your bar or kitchen.
Sparklets bottles were first exhibited at the paris international exhibition in 1900. Professional soda siphon and seltzer water maker 1 pint1l with illustrated book. Its about complete beverage refreshment and convenience delivered directly to your home or office. The 1920s and 1930s, the heyday of seltzers in the united states. Fabulous vintage crystal seltzer bottle, made in czechoslovakia, made with hand cut crystal. Vintage acid etched glass schweppes ltd soda water siphon syphon. Vintage 1930s english sparklet soda syphon seltzer bottle, status.
Click here for our parts page or call us if you dont see the parts you need. Soda siphon seltzer bottle parts click on the links for replacement parts for our soda siphons and seltzer bottles. The 1920s and 1930s, the heyday of seltzer s in the united states. Antique seltzer bottles are collectible bottles designed to dispense carbonated water. In the united states alone, more than 600 domestic and imported brands of bottled water are now available. The head of the bottle fits into a stationary plastic or rubber seal around the top of the container that keeps gas and liquid from escaping. After the most pressing needs of the early settlements had been met, a school was erected on the e. Of the thousands of books written about seltzer water, this is by far my. This bulb holder is carved from a single block of aluminium and made to last.
Selters is a german brand of natural mineral water sourced from wells in the area of selters in hesse, at the taunus mountains. While the earliest of these bottles were similar to. We deliver seltzer in oldfashioned siphon bottles directly to your home or business. The water has been known since the bronze age and famous as a natural soda water because of its high. Vintage sparkletts water seltzer water bottle ebay. Today, as a favorite american brand, sparkletts supplies its loyal customers with a full portfolio of bottled water options that include purified. Every seltzer bottle is handfilled in the last remaining seltzer factory in new york city.
We carry most parts for the seltzer bottles and soda siphons we sell. Marked made in czechoslovakia with the number 273 to the bottom with sparklets and instructions to the top. After the introduction of artificially carbonated water in 1832, the bottles were also required to withstand the pressure of carbonation. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. A few years later, jacob schweppes, founder of the company that still bears his name, made and sold carbonated water. Good condition with a tiny chip and bruise to inside of lip. Newer seltzer bottles bases are generally made of metal, but antique seltzer bottles usually have glass bases. Dear digger, i have a seagrams pedigree bourbon unopened bottle with a small leather book still attached to the neck. Antique seltzer bottles vintage glass seltzer bottles old. Sparklets bottles were first exhibited at the paris international exhibition in 1900, called the exposition universelle. See more ideas about bottle, old bottles and vintage bottles. This is the classic seltzer bottle reminiscent of the spritzers first popularized during the roaring 1920s that lets modern mixologists add fresh, sparkling water to cocktails. Sparkeeta sparkletts seltzer bottle this is a wonderful collectors item rare and hard to find. Unfaded and unscratched paintlogowording in red and black on front and back of bottle.
One the earliest references i found was an advertisement for sparklets in the british journal by the sanitary institute at birmingham, england dated november 1898. Our beverage delivery service continues far beyond the bottled water, coffee and tea we provide. All metallic parts were manufactured in the uk and the siphon was. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. We hope you enjoy exploring the site, and welcome any feedback.
It was established in 1953 by moe gomberg and his son pacey gomberg. A wonderful vintage sparklets seltzer bottle, most likely circa 1930s. The base of a seltzer bottle is a container that is filled with cold water. Unfollow antique seltzer bottle to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Everything you need to stay refreshed your way all day long and all year round. The book pours readers a glass of history, practicality, and fun, using seltzer to unpack. The soda siphon sometimes spelled syphon, also known as the seltzer bottle or siphon seltzer. As early as 1790, the concept of an aerosol was introduced in france, with selfpressurized. It was so popular throughout history numerous things bore its name including. Of course, the stars are the iconic sparklets soda syphons. Basically, the office breakroom is your onsite coffeehouse, and we help you to keep it running smoothly with setup, equipment maintenance and repair, plus all the finishing touches from creamers and sweeteners to cups and lids. Bottles for mineral and soda water first appeared in the late 1600s.
As a group, these bottles tended to be thick in order to withstand repeated fillings. Seltzer bottles work by releasing pressurized co2 into a volume of water where, over a period of a few hours, it dissolves. This is 45 quart, has a liquor stamp 16 cents, state of missouri no. For 112 years, pittsburgh seltzer works has been tickling. The mouthblown glass bottle was manufactured in czechoslovakia between 1920 and 1930. Seltzer bottle for sale in uk 59 used seltzer bottles. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Click shop and enter your postal code to view our selection of product and service options in your area. Vintage 1930s sparklets ny seltzer bottle soda siphon wire mesh czech glass.
Brief history and description a seltzer bottle also known as a soda syphonsiphon or a syphon seltzer bottle is a device that dispenses. Thirdgeneration owner kenny gomberg and his partner irv resnick have every intention of keeping the business fizzing. The glass bottle was manufactured in czechoslovakia and wrapped in their classic diamond weave pattern, which provides structural support to the glass while it is under pressure. Unfollow seltzer bottle to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Vintage seltzer bottle sparkeeta sparkletts club soda horses top says fremor seltzer all bottles have some scuffs and scratches, most bottles have some water staining inside this is hard to show in pictures.
The soda siphon also spelled syphon, also known as the seltzer bottle or siphon seltzer bottle is a device for dispensing carbonated or soda water. Seltzer bottles, soda siphons and chargers can not be shipped by air due to dot regulations. Klein bottling works burlington wisconsin etched seltzer bottle. Dylan introduces a vintage collection trend paired with a quick history. Federation of historical bottle collectors international perfume bottle association. Surprisingly, market research shows that the top reason people buy bottled water is taste, followed by safety and convenience. With a full offering of americas preferred coffee, tea, breakroom supply and water filtration products, sparkletts is more than bottled water. First of a kind 1212h vintage used seltzer bottle for decorative purpose, great for bar cart or shelf 3. Spare parts for your soda siphon siphon manufaktur. Summary recently viewed bidsoffers watch list purchase history selling saved. The guide uniquely covers all sparklets products made during the period 18961981, the first sparklets price guide and lots more.
Throughout history, and across america today, seltzers fizzy flavor has. A bottle for producing or dispensing soda water or other carbonated beverages. Shop forand learn aboutantique soda, seltzer and mineral water bottles. Features a great art deco design with a woven metal cover around the glass body and a metal head and cartridge holder. Antique soda, seltzer and mineral water bottles collectors weekly. Early on in carbonation history, milk, wine and spirits were popular liquids to carbonate, either by adding carbonated water to them or by pouring. It measures 14 tall x 5 wide and is very heavy weighing over 5 lbs. We get a little bubbly when it comes to these vintage seltzer bottles. Its in wonderful condition with no scratches, breaks, chips, cracks or problems. It is a sparklets seltzer bottle, called a syphon, used to carbonate liquids. Eine siphonflasche, auch sodasiphon oder kurz siphon englisch soda syphon, seltzer bottle. Vintage seltzer bottle sparkeeta sparkletts club soda.