【Victorian England】HENRY S&CO Beer Bottle, Dark Green Glass / Lion Emblem / Made in Manchester (c.1890)

A Century of History
Lion's Mark and Deep Green Radiance

Product Description:
This is an antique glass beer bottle manufactured in Manchester, England, at the end of the 19th century (likely around 1890). Made of thick, dark green glass, it features "HENRY S&Co" and "MANCHESTER" embossed lettering, with a powerfully depicted griffin (lion) crest symbolically designed in the center. The bottom of the bottle bears the markings "N.&.Co" and "1635", with an arrow-like pattern indicating direction in between. The cork stopper has been newly replaced, making it safe for decorative use. This bottle was likely actually used in an English pub called "GRIFFIN’S HEAD TAVERN". It is highly collectible and pairs perfectly with industrial or vintage interior styles. (R070071)

Specifications:
・Size: Approx. 21.5cm (height) x Approx. 6.5cm (body diameter) (estimate)
・Material: Thick glass (dark green)
・Country of Manufacture: UK (Manchester)
・Year of Manufacture: Estimated around 1890 (Victorian era)
・Brand: HENRY S&CO (from bottle engraving)
・Stopper: New cork stopper included (modern)

Recommended Points:
・A rare item from the 1890s Victorian era, with a limited number still existing
・The powerful griffin (lion) design and embossed logo create a sense of grandeur and history
・The transparency of the green glass and the presence of bubbles create a unique antique texture
・Perfect as a display item for vintage interiors or as a prop for photography

Special Notes:
Late 19th-century British antique glass bottles are very rare today. Experience the breath of a distant era in the beautiful deep green light and the powerful lion motif. In the mid to late 19th century, natural cork stoppers were widely used for bottled beer. It was common to secure the cork with wire or seal it with wax or pitch (resin) to enhance airtightness. Cork stoppers were prone to popping due to gas pressure from fermentation, so improved stoppers (bullet stoppers, Hutchinson stoppers, crown caps, etc.) appeared later, but cork was still prevalent around 1890. In England at the time, beer was generally delivered to pubs in casks and served as draught, but the demand for bottled beer increased rapidly from the late 19th century. Bottled beer was bought for taking home over long distances, for carrying by suburban and outdoor workers, for outings like picnics, and by some customers for "taking home." The bottles themselves were designed with thick, pressure-resistant glass, suitable for carbonated beverages (including beer). In old British pub culture, bottled beer was a product aimed at customers seeking "luxury" or "convenience." It is a valuable relic that evokes a glimpse of daily life back then: drinking by the fireplace after taking it home, bringing it to a picnic, or enjoying it during an evening conversation.

*Based on AI research.