1930 Coca Cola Pocket Knife Coke Advertising

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Manufactured in Germany in the early 1930s, this 2 blade pocket knife was a free premium, given to customers. It has stainless steel handles, inscribed Compliments of Coca Cola Bottling Co on one side and Served in Bottles Every Where on the other. The blades are embossed Coca Cola Bottling Co. Germany at the base and have some areas of pitting and rust. The pocket knife measures 2 7/8 inches long and is in otherwise excellent condition with some pocket wear.This and other Coca Cola pieces are from the Thom Thompson Estate. Mr. Thompson collected for over 50 years and was a Coke Bottler himself. He received a Special Thanks in Allan Petretti's Coca Cola Price Guide as follows: Thom has always been my number one supporter. Ever since the first edition, he has unselfishly offered his knowledge and collection to help make this book better. Thom and Frances are among the countries top collectors. This book wouldn't be what it is today without their help. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to add a piece with such history to your collection. 16734-71RP