Cates Auction & Realty Co., Inc.
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Estate Antiques, Advertising & Collectibles Auction

Fri, Aug 7, 2026 06:00PM EDT - Wed, Aug 26, 2026 08:00PM EDT
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Ends: Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026 7:00 pm Pick Up Date: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Pick Up Address: Kearney, MO Pick Up Notes: Bring help, tools and a dolly to load out furniture. Some furniture is on the 2nd floor and in the walk out lower level.
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Lot 156

Vintage Soda Bottles, Tins, and Apothecary Items

Starting Bid
$10

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $1
$24 $2
$100 $5
$150 $10
$5,000 $25
$10,000 $100

Includes several green glass soda bottles, two large soda cans (Shasta and Royal Crown Cola), and various apothecary tins and bottles. Notable items include NR Juniors tin (Naturer's Remedy laxative), Eckerd's Boric Acid, Sucrets, Tylenol, and Smith Bros. Cough Drops. The collection offers a nostalgic glimpse into early 20th-century consumer goods.

Condition

The items show signs of age and wear consistent with their vintage nature. Some bottles have minor chips or clouding. The soda cans exhibit rust and surface wear. The apothecary tins and boxes also show varying degrees of age-related wear, including some rust and fading.

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Our standard shipping service is handled by Hannah Schull at UPS store 6869. Your items will be picked up from our office then packed and shipped. Please request shipping before you begin bidding on items. Once your items are at the UPS office they will reach out to coordinate payment and verify your address and details. Hannah Shull Email: Store6869@theupsstore.com Phone: 816-249-1020 Address: 905 Mcgee Street Kansas City, Mo 64106