{"product_id":"vintage-thomas-a-edison-battery-oil-bottle-embossed-glass-railroad-crossing-signal-bottle-bloomfield-nj-industrial-americana","title":"Vintage Thomas A. Edison Battery Oil Bottle, Embossed Glass Railroad Crossing Signal Bottle, Bloomfield NJ Industrial Americana","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare and evocative piece of American industrial history — this small embossed glass bottle was manufactured by \u003cstrong\u003eThomas A. Edison Incorporated, Bloomfield, New Jersey, U.S.A.\u003c\/strong\u003e and used by railroad companies to maintain the battery-operated signal lamps at railroad crossings. After use, these bottles were routinely discarded along the tracks, making intact survivors a genuine find for collectors of Edisonia, railroad memorabilia, and early American industrial artifacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottle features a classic milk-bottle silhouette in miniature — a wide-mouth opening with a pronounced double-ring lip, a gently tapering cylindrical body, and a slightly domed base. The embossed text wraps the body in crisp relief, a direct connection to the Edison manufacturing empire of the early 20th century. Displayed on a shelf or in a collection, it tells a quiet story of the electrification of America's railways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: Thomas A. Edison Incorporated, Bloomfield, N.J., U.S.A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse: Battery oil \/ electrolyte maintenance for railroad crossing signal batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: Embossed clear glass, milk-bottle silhouette with double-ring lip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbossed text reads: \"Edison Battery Oil \/ Made in U.S.A. \/ Thomas A. Edison Incorporated \/ Bloomfield, N.J. \/ U.S.A.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlight warm amber tint to base of glass consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvenance: Discarded along railroad tracks after use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: approximately 5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth at base: approximately 1.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo Chips or Cracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat vintage condition: items may show light scratches, small marks, patina, sediment residue in base, or minor wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll vintage items are final sale and non-refundable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease see full shop disclaimer for additional notes on vintage and antique items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Thomas A. Edison Incorporated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44079715778625,"sku":"44079715778625","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/5375\/5201\/files\/62325-2.jpg?v=1782242374","url":"https:\/\/www.crowsnestdecor.com\/products\/vintage-thomas-a-edison-battery-oil-bottle-embossed-glass-railroad-crossing-signal-bottle-bloomfield-nj-industrial-americana","provider":"Crows Nest Vintage Decor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}