TABLE WATER MAKERS BY APPOINTMENT TO THE KING PORTSMOUTH BRITISH SYPHON CO. AND MORE HOW OLD IS IT AND HOW MUCH CAN I GET FOR IT
2006-12-21 06:44:42 · 8 answers · asked by LEN SOSA 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
The swastika symbol is Asian in origin, and can still be commonly seen in parts of India.
Mumby sounds very like Mumbai, the Indian name for Bombay.
2006-12-21 06:54:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your object may be a soda syphon, in which case it will look like those found in the Sydney Powerhouse Museum.
Syphon and glass collectors do seek these. I suggest you check eBay and collectors groups. The value will depend on the condition of the object.
Note: Be aware that this bottle, and other objects which appear to have a swastika, might not bear any relation to Nazi memorabilia. It is a common design element in many pre-WW2 European crafts, and remains in use among many Hindu and Buddhist countries where Nazi symbolism is less relevant.
2006-12-21 07:18:14 · answer #2 · answered by versus 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes the swastika is an old symbol in India. The way to tell a Nazi from an Indian one is the direction the arms of the cross go. Nazi swastika is the opposite of the sanskrit symbol.
2006-12-21 07:52:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There isn't a date stamped on the bottom? or makers mark?
there are 2 possibilities, one it was made for export to Germany in the early 1930s, but more than likely it maybe a export to India. they use the Swastika as well and have for centuries, it is a symbol of good luck. It would depend on which way the arms are faceing on the Swastika.
Does the swastika have an eagle on it?
your best bet is to take it to a glass dealer or antiques shop. they could give you more info on it i would imagine.
2006-12-21 06:59:49 · answer #4 · answered by Stone K 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I doubt this is a Nazi swastika, but a Hindu one from India, which would make more sense since England ruled over India at that time.
This one sold for $33 British pounds with 8 pounds freight.
2006-12-21 07:03:12 · answer #5 · answered by gregory_dittman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's about a hundred years old. If it hasn't got the stopper, about 50 pence. With stopper £7 - £10.00
By the way, it's nor a swastica, swasticas point he other way.
2006-12-21 12:04:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might do better with a photo of the label and finding a forum of antiques enthusiasts - or war buffs.
2006-12-21 06:53:34 · answer #7 · answered by Marvinator 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
swastika is also an emblem to do with Buddha
2006-12-21 08:06:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋