Overview
A classic mid-century round milk bottle featuring vibrant orange 'pyroglaze' (applied color label) graphics.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
James V. Hogan & Sons Pyroglaze Milk Bottle
Photo reference
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Story
During the 1940s, the local dairy was a cornerstone of small-town life, and James V. Hogan’s operation in Pacific, Missouri, was a vital link in that chain.
Maker / Origin
James V. Hogan & Sons was a family-run dairy typical of the regional operations that once dotted the Missouri landscape.
Condition & Value
The orange pyroglaze appears remarkably well-preserved with high saturation and very little 'case wear' (the scuffing usually caused by metal crates). Value for dairy bottles is driven by regionality and the condition of the pyroglaze.
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