Message #48812

[cshapiro]

Adrian, sounds like you made out like a bandit! The first bottle alone is probably worth what you paid for the lot. Would be very interested to see the others - especially the spade porcelains.

I have removed many glued on tops by now and it's not easy! What I do is use a stiff bristled artist brush, dip it in acetone (fingernail polish remover), and brush around the seam. It takes patience, but eventually the bristles will work into the seam. I usually hold the bottle upside down, so once it does break free it doesn't get any liquid in the bottle.

Once you have the top off, you could use some q-tips to lightly brush off the old stains. You can do a before and after shot! Bet it will be beautiful!