A rare collection of antique late 19th or early 20th century ivory liquor bottle rings, each labelled with the name of a different spirit. These rings, traditionally made from ivory or bone, were used to identify the contents of decanters or unlabelled bottles in a bar or for private use.The rings would have been placed around the neck of the bottle, which adds a touch of elegance while also serving a practical purpose. The labels include:
Port
Whiskey
Brandy
Marsala (Marsa)cracked
Sherry
Madeira
Rum
Dimensions
Di 60mm
Available to view at
European Antiques
21 Ariki Street
Grey Lynn, Auckland
Phone: 09 360 9858 or 027 414 0081
Appointment hours:
Mon - Fri: 10am ~ 6pm
Sat: On Request
Sun: CLOSED
