The 3^rd edition of the Baltimore Bottle Book is now on sale. It contains 217 pages  (including 10 color pages) representing 3,206 listings of embossed Baltimore bottles that were manufactured between 1820 and 1990. Grouped by bottle category or type (i.e. Beers, Medicines, etc.), each bottle is described with respect to its size, color, markings and other characteristics as well as its degree of scarcity—Rare, Uncommon, or Common—as determined by category specialists from within the Baltimore Antique Bottle Club.  Because of fluidity in the prices of bottles, no estimates of monetary values are offered.

This 3^rd edition updates and expands upon the information presented in the sold-out 1^st and 2^nd editions, which were published in 1998 and 2002, respectively.  Introductions are provided for many categories that explain, among other things, the basis for determining the degree of scarcity. It also marks the first time color photos are displayed in the book.

 The Baltimore Bottle Book was the fulfillment of a vision by William A. “Doc”  Andersen that originated in 1985.  Back then, he asked the members of the Baltimore Antique Bottle Club to “make your own list [of Baltimore bottles] so that someday a comprehensive listing of Baltimore bottles can be published.”  Through his leadership, Doc Andersen called upon the assistance of many club members and others within the bottle community to help produce the book.  His wife, Barbara Andersen, designed the attractive covers for all three editions.

To purchase a book, please send a $25.00 Money Order (no checks) made out to the Baltimore Antique Bottle Club and mail to: