Hobbies And Interests
History
Pickle jars were first introduced in 1860.
Description
Antique pickle jars and bottles are made of glass. Amber, aqua, green, and yellow are common colors for these types of jars.
Size
Antique pickle jars come in a wide range of sizes, with a midsized jar measuring approximately 11 inches tall.
Types
The most popular antique pickle jar style among collectors is the cathedral, which is shaped like a cathedral window and has arched Gothic designs decorating the sides.
Features
Antique pickle jars often have pontiled bases. Glass makers used a pontil, or a long iron rod, to hold the jar over an open flame, leaving behind a scar or domed indentation where the pontil was attached.
Fun Fact
In 1999, an antique cathedral pickle jar sold for $44,100.