Miniature alcohol bottle keyring France vintage retro promotional

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Detailed Visual Description

This antique advertising keychain depicts a miniature alcohol bottle, typical of promotional items distributed in France in the second half of the 20th century. The bottle, with a bulbous base and an elongated neck, evokes the classic silhouettes of spirits or wine bottles. Its surface has a matte, dark green finish, imitating glass or a similar material, with signs of wear and small marks visible on the entire exposed part. The top of the neck is covered with a red stopper, suggesting wax or a traditional seal, with partially flaked paint.

The keychain is attached to the bottle by a golden metal ring, whose plating shows signs of alteration and patina, characteristic of vintage accessories. The solid, rounded ring is hooked to a small loop inserted on the bottle's neck. No text, brand, or logo is visible on the object's visible side.

The whole displays a retro aesthetic, reinforced by the traces of use and the general patina of the surface. This type of keychain was often used to promote French alcohol brands and given as gifts during purchases or commercial events. The object stands out for its decorative appearance and its evocative nature of the world of traditional cafés and bistros.

The compact shape and immediately recognizable silhouette of the bottle make it an original accessory for a key ring, bag, or home decoration. The golden ring, although patinated, retains its functionality for attachment.

The keychain is presented on a sculpted wooden stand, not included in the sale. The photograph highlights the matte texture of the bottle, the shade of green and the details of the red stopper, as well as the faithful state of wear given the object's age.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows signs of wear, scratches, and visible marks on the bottle and ring. Patina and alteration of the gold plating. The red stopper shows flakes. See photo for more details on the actual condition.

Did you know? Advertising keychains in the shape of a bottle peaked in popularity from the 1950s to the 1980s in France, used by spirits and wine brands to build customer loyalty. These items were often produced in limited series during seasonal promotional campaigns or for new product launches.

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