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Vintage 1954 Old Hickory Straight Bourbon Whisky Triangular Glass Decanter with Stopper
A wonderful piece of mid-century American whiskey history! This striking triangular glass decanter was originally produced for Old Hickory Straight Bourbon Whisky and features an unusual geometric shape and matching glass-and-cork stopper.
An Old Hickory decanter of this distinctive design was featured in the October 1954 issue of Industrial Design magazine, making this an especially interesting collectible for enthusiasts of vintage bourbon advertising, American glassware, and mid-century design.
* Brand: Old Hickory Straight Bourbon Whisky
* Era: Circa 1954, mid-century
* Clear glass triangular decanter with distinctive geometric shape
* Approximately 11 inches tall, including stopper
* Approximately 6 inches across at widest point
* Original-style faceted glass stopper with cork
* Faint remnants of original Old Hickory lettering remain visible on glass
* Lettering identifies 6-year-old straight bourbon whisky, 86 proof
* Base embossed: “Federal Law Foroffers Sale or Re-Use of This Bottle”
* Additional molded identification codes: D90 and 58 54
* Circular glassmaker’s mark on underside
* Empty decanter; no alcohol included
Historical Interest
The October 1954 issue of Industrial Design magazine illustrates a closely matching Old Hickory triangular decanter and its decorative display packaging. The magazine credits Alfred B. Hultgren and Leon Kerr Jr. in connection with the packaging design.
A charming example of the distinctive packaging and decorative decanters associated with America’s mid-century bourbon industry.
Vintage pre-owned condition with age-related wear, surface marks, glass cloudiness or residue, and significant fading of the original printed lettering. Cork shows aging and discoloration.
Please review all photographs carefully for exact condition. No original presentation box included.
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