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SHIPPING AVAILABLE > A group of -4- Coca-Cola branded collectible items:
Coca-Cola Polar Bear Salt & Pepper Shakers: These are ceramic or porcelain shakers shaped like two polar bears, each holding a Coca-Cola-themed item. One bear is holding a classic Coca-Cola bottle, and the other is holding a Coca-Cola logo disc. They are part of the "Playtime Cubs" set, manufactured by Gibson, as indicated on the packaging ~ In the original box ~ Mint Condition.
Coca-Cola Coffee Mug: This is a white ceramic mug featuring the classic Coca-Cola logo. The logo on the mug includes the iconic Coca-Cola bottle within a red circular background, with the word "ALWAYS" above it, suggesting a vintage or nostalgic design.
Coca-Cola Can-shaped Salt Shaker: These clear glass shakers feature hard-fired designs with chrome silver finished plastic tops ~ Around the clear glass body, the phrase "Coke adds life to... parties" around it. The branding reflects a retro style, likely inspired by earlier Coca-Cola advertisements.
Coca-Cola Square-shaped Shaker: Perhaps in the manner of an antique cooler ~ Red glazed ceramic porcelain ~ The shaker features the traditional Coca-Cola branding in white text, and it prominently says "Have a Coke" on the front. Serving as salt and pepper shakers, complementing the collection.
The items combine a mix of vintage Coca-Cola branding and playful designs, making them ideal collectibles for Coca-Cola enthusiasts.
CONDITION REPORT > All notably well preserved examples ~ No overt issues.
Coca-Cola was created in 1886 by Dr. John Stith Pemberton, a pharmacist in Atlanta, Georgia. Initially intended as a medicinal tonic, it contained coca leaf extract and caffeine from kola nuts, hence the name. Pemberton’s original recipe was marketed as a cure for various ailments, but its refreshing taste soon became more popular as a soda fountain drink. Pemberton sold the syrup to pharmacies, where it was mixed with carbonated water, creating the drink we now know as Coca-Cola.
The Coca-Cola Company was officially formed in 1892 by Asa Candler, who had acquired the formula and the rights to the brand. Candler's aggressive marketing strategies and innovative use of bottling allowed Coca-Cola to spread rapidly across the United States, becoming one of the country's most popular beverages by the early 1900s. By 1919, the company was sold to a group of investors led by Ernest Woodruff, marking the beginning of its expansion into a global brand.
Coca-Cola's branding has always been iconic, from its signature red-and-white logo to the distinct contoured bottle, which was introduced in 1915. The company has been a pioneer in advertising, producing memorable slogans like "The Pause That Refreshes" and launching its famous Christmas campaigns featuring Santa Claus in the 1930s. Over the years, Coca-Cola adapted to changing tastes by introducing new products such as Diet Coke in 1982 and diversifying into beverages beyond soft drinks.
Today, Coca-Cola is a global giant, recognized worldwide as a symbol of refreshment and one of the most valuable brands in the world. Its influence spans far beyond soda, as it has played a significant role in shaping modern marketing and consumer culture. Despite challenges and competition, Coca-Cola remains a fixture in households and pop culture across the globe.
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