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LUXURY ASSET AUCTION: Featuring Choice Property from the Collection of Al and Carol Cali
Thu, Jan 29, 2026 02:00PM EST
Lot 117
Pair of Label-Under-Glass “Rum” and “Whiskey” Back Bar Bottles, ca. Early 1900s
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
A pair of early 20th-century saloon back bar bottles, each with a detailed label-under-glass advertising panel depicting a colorful female portrait. The “RUM” bottle features a regally dressed woman with peacock-like feather motif and jeweled crown, while the “WHISKEY” bottle shows a smiling woman adorned with a wildflower headdress.
Dimensions: Each approx. 11 ¾ in. high.
Provenance: Al and Carol Cali Collection
Pickup & Shipping: Free pickup in Sacramento. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $120 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.
“RUM” bottle very good with minor surface wear and label lifting. “WHISKEY” bottle with a visible crack running through the lettering area. Both retain strong presentation.
Condition
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