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11 Pieces of Coca-Cola Memorabilia That Are Worth a Small Fortune

Rare Coke collectibles that can cash in big.

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Updated Oct. 11, 2025
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Coca-Cola has been part of American life for more than a century, meaning its advertising and branded items carry deep nostalgia. Collectors worldwide chase after rare bottles, trays, signs, and clocks, and the right piece in pristine condition can sell for thousands.

Before you run to the attic looking for classic Coca-Cola products, remember that the value depends on rarity, authenticity, and condition. Knowing what to look for could help you make extra money or even boost your bank account if you decide to sell.

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Coca-Cola 1915 prototype bottle

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The contour bottle that became Coca-Cola's trademark had a few prototypes before the final design. One of these early 1915 bottles surfaced at auction and fetched more than $150,000 in 2019. Its value comes from being one of just two known to exist.

Authentic prototypes have embossed glass and irregular shaping, while reproductions look too perfect.

Pete Hawley Coca-Cola advertisement

OceanProd/Adobe Coca Cola pinup vintage plate advertisement sign logo

In the 1950s, Coca-Cola hired artist Pete Hawley to design vibrant pin-up-style posters. These ads, often showing stylish women enjoying a Coke, have become prized collectibles. Well-preserved prints have sold on eBay for $27,500.

Authentic versions are lithographs on thick paper stock, while reproductions are usually glossy reprints.

Early Coca-Cola serving trays

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Metal serving trays from the 1910s to 1930s often show women in fashionable clothing with a Coke in hand. Trays in excellent condition can bring up to $10,000 at auction, selling for a minimum of around $500.

Authentic trays are heavy, with lithographed images baked into the metal, not stickers. Scratches are expected but should not affect core details, like logos.

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1899 Hutchinson bottles

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Before the contour bottle, Coca-Cola used Hutchinson-style bottles sealed with a wire stopper. These rare bottles, especially with intact stoppers, can sell for $1,000, with more used ones selling for around $800.

Look for embossed lettering reading "Coca-Cola" and the bottling city. Many fakes have sloppy lettering or are too clean for their supposed age.

1930s Coca-Cola neon clocks

Hamida/Adobe illuminated neon wall clock showing time

In the soda fountain era, neon Coca-Cola clocks hung in diners and corner stores. Authentic 1930s neon clocks have sold for $9,000 at auction, depending on their condition. Original clocks are heavy, with visible wear and early electrical components, while modern copies use lightweight materials and LED lighting.

1920s Coca-Cola calendars

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Promotional calendars with beautiful illustrations of women were issued annually in the 1920s. A full calendar with intact pages can be sold for over $4,000, and individual months of the calendar are sold for around $500 each on eBay or other auction sites.

Authentic calendars will have a Coca-Cola logo integrated into the artwork, not pasted on. Reprints usually lack detailed embossing and show uniform paper aging.

1940s Coca-Cola cooler chests

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Portable metal cooler chests with "Drink Coca-Cola" painted on the sides are beloved among collectors. Restored versions sell for $150 to $1,500, while mint originals fetch even more. Look for manufacturer plates from Progress Refrigerator Co., a Coca-Cola partner. Reproductions often use thinner sheet metal and lack embossed logos.

1950s Coca-Cola vending machines

Tony/Adobe Vintage American Coca Cola vending machine

Machines like the Vendo 39 or Cavalier 72 became icons of midcentury America. A restored Vendo 39 has sold for $10,000, but most are only worth $500 to $1,000. Authentic machines are large, heavy, and often show natural patina inside.

Spotting fakes is easy, as imitation machines usually have modern coin slots or glossy paint that does not match the era.

1900s Coca-Cola syrup dispensers

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Soda fountains used elaborate ceramic and glass dispensers to serve Coca-Cola syrup. Rare originals from the early 1900s have fetched $30,000 to $50,000 at auction, but most are worth only a couple thousand.

Authentic dispensers feature detailed logos glazed into the surface, not painted on. Chips and cracks are common but should not distort the branding.

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Coca-Cola wooden crates

jetcityimage/Adobe Coca-Cola antique bottle storage crate

Wooden bottle crates with the Coca-Cola logo, used for transport in the 1940s to 1960s, are surprisingly collectible. Common crates sell for under $100, but rare city-stamped crates can reach $500 to $1,000.

Authentic crates have dovetail joints and faded stencil lettering. Reproductions often look too crisp or are built with modern nails.

1920s Coca-Cola festoon advertising displays

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Festoon displays were decorative paper ads hung in stores, often showcasing multiple Coke images strung together. Because few survived, intact festoons can sell for around a couple of thousand dollars, with individual art pieces from a festoon selling for around $200 each.

Originals use thick lithographed paper with detailed printing, while replicas are thinner and sometimes digitally printed rather than color-separated.

Bottom line

VGV/Adobe Coca-Cola Bottles in Vintage Packaging

Coca-Cola memorabilia spans everything from humble wooden crates to ornate syrup dispensers, and certain pieces can be worth thousands. Collectors value originality, rarity, and condition, so it pays to learn the telltale signs of authenticity.

If you're hunting for treasures, estate sales, online auctions, and antique shops remain your best bet. Just remember that the difference between a $50 reproduction and a $5,000 original could be one subtle detail, so always do your research before buying or selling to make extra money on the side.

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