
Clear glass 'Ball Perfect Mason' canning jar
Selling Price
$5
History
The Ball Perfect Mason jar was first produced by the Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company in 1913 and became one of the most iconic American canning jars. These jars were essential household items during the early to mid-20th century, used for preserving fruits, vegetables, and other foods. The script 'Ball' logo and 'Perfect Mason' embossing identify this as an authentic Ball product from the company's golden era of glass jar production. Ball Perfect Mason jars are highly collectible among vintage kitchenware enthusiasts, antique bottle collectors, and those interested in American industrial history. These jars appeal to collectors for their historical significance in American home preservation, their beautiful embossed lettering, and their connection to self-sufficiency and traditional foodways. The clear glass examples are particularly valued when they show crisp, well-defined embossing and retain their original condition. Collectors appreciate these jars as tangible links to America's agricultural heritage and domestic life of the early 20th century.
Origin
Muncie, Indiana, United States
Maker
Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company
Time period
circa 1913–1922