Vintage 1950s Amber Glass Flask | Federal Law Prohibition Liquor Bottle

Vintage 1950s amber glass liquor flask, 6.75" tall, rescued from NYC historic landfills. Features embossed oval design and "FEDERAL LAW FORBIDS SALE OR RE-USE OF THIS BOTTLE" marking—authentic piece of American prohibition-era history perfect for vintage bar collections or apothecary decor.

This stunning amber flask represents the intersection of form and function from America's mid-century liquor industry. The rich honey-amber glass was specifically designed to protect spirits from light degradation while the distinctive Art Deco-inspired oval embossing added visual interest. The federal law warning, required from 1935-1964, makes this bottle an authentic artifact of post-Prohibition regulatory compliance.

After Prohibition ended in 1933, the federal government mandated embossed warnings on all distilled spirits bottles to prevent illegal refilling operations and tax evasion. Amber glass was the premium choice for quality spirits as it blocked harmful UV rays that could alter the flavor and color of liquor. The production details and embossed oval design authenticate this bottle to early-to-mid 1950s production when these regulations were at their strictest enforcement.

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Creative Uses:
• Single stem bud vase for dried botanicals or autumn flowers
• Vintage home bar decor or cocktail station accent
• Apothecary-inspired bathroom or kitchen styling
• Windowsill display piece (stunning when backlit)
• American history memorabilia collection
• Farmhouse open shelving warm tone accent
• Photography prop for fall or vintage styled shoots

📏 Measurements:
• Height: 6.75 inches
• Width: 3.25 inches
• Depth: 1.5 inches

Excellent vintage condition for a landfill-rescued bottle with authentic age-appropriate patina. Rich honey-amber color intact with clear embossed oval design and federal law warning fully legible. Minor surface wear consistent with 70+ years of history. This is an authentic rescued bottle showing natural character from its journey through time.

Amber glass was the premium bottle choice for quality spirits because it filtered harmful UV light rays that could degrade alcohol and alter flavors. This protective quality made amber bottles more expensive to produce, indicating this flask once held higher-end liquor. Today, the warm amber tone creates stunning displays when backlit on windowsills or bar shelves while complementing fall and autumn color schemes.

Why Choose Brooklyn Sea Glass: Each bottle is rescued from NYC beaches and historic landfills, giving forgotten pieces of American industrial history new life in your home. By choosing vintage decor, you're supporting sustainable, eco-friendly decorating while preserving prohibition-era heritage. Every piece tells a story of regulation, craftsmanship, and the golden age of American glass production.

Perfect Gift For:
• Prohibition & liquor history enthusiasts
• Vintage barware collectors
• Dark academia aesthetic fans
• Apothecary decor lovers
• Farmhouse & cottagecore decorators
• Sustainable & slow living advocates
• Grandmillenial style enthusiasts
• Amber glass collectors

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