Collier

There are 2 listed companies using the Collier name in Plymouth in the 19^th and early part of the 20^th century, in fact, confusingly, both are parts of the same company.

Firstly, Collier & Co operated from various premises in Plymouth between 1844 or earlier and 1940.

Secondly, Colliers Stores (late Wills & Co) operated from premises in George Street, Plymouth between 1912 and 1923

Bottles from either company are a rare find with the Collier & Co stoneware ginger beers being especially sought after, three variations of which are currently known. Some green glass beer bottles carry the company’s details as Plymouth, Portsmouth, Torquay & Malta.

Flat sided flagon with unusual side transfer

Black glass beer from Collier & Co

Ginger beer variations from Colliers

1895 advert for Collier & Co

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