Antique Retail Counter Jar by Imperial Glass
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Description
Big Imperial Glass Antique Retail Counter Jar and Cover
This antique retail counter jar is marked “Imperial Cube” on top of the lid. Beautiful pattern of cannon balls and pillars. Made by the Imperial Glass Company, est. circa 1930 or earlier.
This antique retail counter jar is shown in the ‘Standard Encyclopedia of Pressed Glass’, 5th Edition 1860-1930, page 320. The authors have no information other than an image and maker.
Has a manganese mineral content used in early glass. Manganese causes glass to turn purple when exposed to sunlight. This jar has just a hint of purple gained naturally over the years. Manganese glass will glow green or yellow when exposed to black light (see image #4). This is not Vaseline glass.
Big enough to put large cigars inside. Great for candy sticks, as a kitchen canister. Perfect for the bar too. Will hold ample amounts of whatever you like. Measures 7″ tall, 6.5″ wide. Large, heavy jar weighs 4 lbs.
Heavy bottom wear from surface and base contact over the years. In excellent condition.[color-box]More About Imperial Glass[/color-box][color-box]Items in the Retro Art Glass Museum are not for sale. Read more about this item below. To view Retro Art Glass items for sale click here…[/color-box]
