Ghost Town Bottle Price Guide [Paperback] Wes Bressie; Ruby Bressie and Jeanne Bressie

Description

1965 edition. Paperback cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs, stains and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of Wes Bressie’s “Ghost Town Bottle Price Guide” is a veritable time capsule, capturing the enduring fascination with the remnants of America’s Wild West era. Published in 1965, at the height of the bottle collecting craze, this guide served as an indispensable resource for enthusiasts seeking to unravel the stories behind the discarded glass vessels scattered across abandoned mining towns and frontier settlements. Bressie’s meticulous research and detailed illustrations not only provided a comprehensive pricing reference but also offered a glimpse into the lives of those who once called these ghost towns home. From the hand-blown bottles of early settlers to the mass-produced vessels of the industrial era, each piece tells a tale of human resilience, ingenuity, and the indomitable spirit that tamed the American West. This copy bears the gentle patina of use, with its well-creased spine and slightly worn cover, evidence of the countless hours spent poring over its pages in pursuit of that elusive prize – a rare bottle that could transport the collector back in time.