Scarce late 19th-century pressed-glass canteen-form flask featuring an embedded photographic transfer of the U.S. Battleship Maine, captioned “U.S. WARSHIP MAINE / SUNK IN HAVANA HARBOR” and overlaid with “REMEMBER THE MAINE” in bold red lettering. The reverse is embossed "U.S." and side-molded “PATENT APPL'D FOR.” Produced as a patriotic commemorative item shortly after the 1898 sinking of the Maine, a pivotal event that helped spark the Spanish-American War. Dimensions approx.: 5 h x 4.75 w x 1.5 d in Pickup & Shipping: This lot may be picked up free of charge in Gardnerville, NV. Shipping via FedEx or USPS within the continental U.S. is available for $40. All shipments include Direct Signature Required and full replacement value insurance at a rate of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless the buyer accepts full liability in writing. Combined lot shipping is typically discounted. Loss to one side mold loop; soiling and age discoloration to photo. Displays well overall with strong color and legible embossing.