11/30/24 Report - Artifacts That Disappeared From the British Museum. A Fine Treasure Coast Find. Guerlain Glass.

 

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Have you seen these treasures? British Museum reveals types of items believed to have been stolen

Images provided by the museum are only similar to items that are missing, but have been released in the hope that individuals who believe that they may be, or have been, in possession of the missing items will get in touch with information...

Here is the link for more about that.

Have you seen these treasures? British Museum reveals types of items believed to have been stolen | UK News | Sky News

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Nice Guerlain Bottle Found by John C.

John C. found the above bottle.  Below is what he said.

I think it was the Tuesdays post, where you had mentioned, and showed a picture of a perfume bottle. It reminded me of the one I have, that i found during hurricane Sandy, back in 2012.  There was a really big cut,in progress, on the Space Coast, and it had slid about halfway down the dune face.  I quickly grabbed it with my shovel before the next wave hit.  The first thing I noticed was, an embossed image of, what looked like an angel, second thing I noticed was the nasty dark liquid that was still on the inside.  The stopper looked to be sealed tight,

So it says something in French, but I could see the word Paris on the bottom, so I really don't know how old it is, but I guess Guerlain is known for their high quality, high price, perfume.?

I see you have a real nice bottle collection, and I wouldn't be surprised if you have a Guerlain bottle as well, so thanks for sharing, and Happy thanksgiving.

That is a very nice bottle find.  

Pierre-François-Pascal Guerlain made the opening of his first boutique on rue de Rivoli in Paris in 1828 his founding act. It quickly became an elegant meeting place, where the Parisian beau monde and rich English travellers flocked to acquire creams, makeup and fragrances.

1853, BESPOKE AND THE BEE BOTTLE

Pierre-François-Pascal Guerlain dedicated the Eau de Cologne Impériale to Empress Eugenie, the wife of Napoleon III, thus earning him the title “Official Perfumer to His Majesty”. He entrusted the Pochet du Courval glassworks with the manufacture of a bottle adorned with the Empire's bees, painted in fine gold, and a festoon motif, inspired by the Vendôme column. The Bee Bottle was born...

Source; La Maison Guerlain · History · GUERLAIN ⋅ GUERLAIN

That site goes on to present serveral other steps in the company's history and shows some of the landmark bottles.  The site doesn't, however, show any bottles that looks like John's find.

The bottles of Guerlain, a renowned French perfume, cosmetics, and skincare house, are made by esteemed glassmakers and designers. The most notable figure in the crafting of these iconic bottles is Raymond Guerlain, with support from remarkable artists including Gabriel Guerlain, Baccarat, Pochet du Courval, and Robert Granai. These artisans, along with others, have combined their incredible talents to create the exquisite shapes, designs, and innovative packaging for which Guerlain is internationally admired. The careful craftsmanship and innovative artistry in each bottle make Guerlain a coveted brand among perfume enthusiasts...

Source: Who Makes Guerlain Bottles: Uncovering the Artisans Behind the Iconic Fragrance Packaging

I found a similar bottle on eBay but with the paper label offered for over $200.00.

Here it is with the label.

 

The opposite side is the side shown of John C.'s bottle.

Perfume bottles are popular collectibles, and Guerlain bottles are known as some of the finest. 

Great find John.  

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Source: SurfGuru.com.

The surf chart changed since yesterday.  We have a north wind Friday evening, and it looks like a cold front is coming.

Saturday the surf will be up and the high tides pretty high.

Good hunting,

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