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FAQ on Club/Membership
How much does it cost to join The Coca-Cola Collectors Club?
Annual dues for primary membership are US$30 for members in the U.S., US$35 for Canadian members and US$50 for those outside the U.S. and Canada. (The additional amount covers increased postage for the newsletter.) Additional members of your family may join as associates to your primary membership for $5 per year.
Learn more about our membership.
Is the Coca-Cola Collectors Club part of The Coca-Cola Company?
No, we're a separate group. We have a license to use the Coca-Cola name and permission to use the trademarks, but our Club is a truly independent group. We're run entirely by volunteers and have no legal or business connection to The Coca-Cola Company.
When do the newsletters come out?
The newsletter – available exclusively to Club members – is produced once a month and mailed directly to each primary member. To learn more and see samples of our newsletter, visit The Coca-Cola Collectors News.
When and where are the conventions?
The annual national convention generally takes place in early July. The convention site varies each year, and takes place across the U.S. Recent conventions have been in Atlanta, Orlando, Palm Springs and Chicago.
Here are our upcoming conventions:
- 34th Annual National Convention. Grapevine, TX, July 1-5, 2008
- 35th Annual National Convention. Denver, CO June 30 - July 4, 2009
In addition, many of the local chapters have conventions in their areas, all around the world. Learn more about those on our events page.
Are there Coca-Cola Collectors Club activities in my area?
The best way to get involved in the Club locally is to join a local chapter. See the list of chapters and find contact information for your area.
What if I have more questions?
Contact a member of The Coca-Cola Collectors Club's executive board. We're always happy to help!
FAQ on Common Collectibles
I've found an old Coca-Cola® bottle. How much is it worth?
There are many styles – and even colors – of Coca-Cola® bottles. The earliest bottles had very different shapes from the contour bottles we see today. And some early bottles used by Coca-Cola® bottling companies may have contained a seltzer water or flavored soft drink. Because the bottles vary so greatly, using a collectibles guide to Coca-Cola® bottles is a good way to learn more about what is available – and perhaps match a picture to the specific bottle you have. There are books with information about older bottles, and books devoted specifically to commemorative bottles. You can read an overview of early bottles in the Collectors Column on The Coca-Cola Company's website.
I have an old wooden Coca-Cola® case used to carry bottles. Can you tell me a bit about it?
Wooden cartons were generally used in the 1940s while paper was in relatively short supply due to the outbreak of World War II. These wooden cartons come in a variety of shapes and sizes with different designs. A guide to Coca-Cola® collectibles will tell you more about the cases and their current values.
I found a Coca-Cola® bottle with a patent date of November 16, 1915. Can you tell me about it?
Though often one needs to see the bottle in person to be sure, generally bottles with that date are those produced under the first patent registration for the famous contour bottle. Bottles of this type were produced between the years 1916 to 1923. Contour bottles have been produced for so long and are so durable that they are still quite common. As a result, they have not yet achieved a very high value. You can read an overview of early bottles in the Collectors Column on The Coca-Cola Company's website.
Can you tell me a bit about Coca-Cola® calendars?
Because so many calendars were produced for Coca-Cola® through the years, it's often best to see a picture of the item and match it to the one you have. That's a great way to learn more about your calendar and learn its value. You can find information in guides to Coca-Cola® collectibles or by talking to members of our Club. There also is a Collectors Column about collecting Coca-Cola® calendars on The Coca-Cola Company's website.
I have an old Coca-Cola® tray. How do I find out more about it?
Metal serving trays were produced as a way to help advertise Coca-Cola® and remind people to drink the product. As with calendars, so many trays were produced that it's best to use a collectibles guide to match the picture of your item with the year. Club members also would be good resources for you. Attending meetings and conventions is a great way to learn more about trays and other collectibles.
I have a small oval mirror with a Coca-Cola® image on the other side. Can you tell me about it?
Pocket mirrors were produced for Coca-Cola® in the early 1900s, but were reproduced in 1973. Mirrors in this style also have been manufactured over the last several years by enterprising individuals hoping to capitalize on collector interest in Coca-Cola® memorabilia. Use a collectibles guide or talk to a Club member to learn more about the differences between reproduction and original pieces.
I have a wooden ruler with "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" printed on it. Can you please tell me about it?
Rulers of this type – with the "Golden Rule" printed on them -- were standard in the advertising and promotional programs of Coca-Cola® bottlers for years. Beginning in 1925, these rulers were distributed to schools throughout the United States, and were still in distribution as late as the early 1960s. A large number of them still are in circulation. Because the rulers were distributed in such large numbers and can be found in almost every town, they have not achieved a very high value on the collectors market. Learn more about school collectibles in Collectors Column on The Coca-Cola Company's website.
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