The Owens mark — a circle with the letter O and a number — is one of the most reliable glass maker's marks for dating American bottles. The Owens-Illinois Glass Company was formed in 1929 through the merger of the Owens Bottle Company and the Illinois Glass Company, and their combined output dominated American bottle production through mid-century. The 3iii embossing on the front of this bottle is the product identification code rather than decorative detail, reflecting the standardized pharmaceutical packaging approach of the early 20th century.
Embossing: 3iii on the front panel; Owens Glass Company mark on the base.
Dimensions: approximately 5" H × 2" W × 1.25" D | Clear glass | Good vintage condition, minor wear consistent with age.
A clean, honest piece for apothecary displays, pharmacy collections, or anyone assembling a grouping of early American pharmaceutical glass. The Owens mark gives it verifiable provenance for collectors who care about maker attribution.
Recovered from New York City's historic shorelines and landfill sites by Brooklyn Sea Glass. Ships carefully packed.
