After the base was smeared with glue, the model was inserted through the bottle neck. When the glue dried, the cotton threads attached to the rigging were pulled to raise the masts. The cotton threads were then carefully burned off and a cork sealed the bottle. Don't risk dropping the jewelry down the drain. Current prices Current prices are recorded from antique shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the United States.
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