Ball mason jar red book

So if you live in any of these countries and want a good reference book for this glassware, a collectors guide to ball jars is for you, also. Ball jar ball heritage collection pint jars with lids and bands, purple, set of 6 4. The mason jar was patented by landis mason in 1858 and ball started producing these jars in 1885. Each listing contains a short description, which includes color, size and price. Amber 12 pint ball ideal vintage canning jar wire bale hazel atlas lid. Highly collectible ball jars include the pre1886 buffalo jars made in buffalo, mason jars with the 1858 patent embossed on them, and the pre1910 jars with ball improved mason or ball standard embossed on them. First, measure and mark the center of the jar s lid. Prior to this detail, hero users often com plained about food going bad. New listing cobalt blue qt mason s jar patent 1858 with lid. New jars can be valuable in color like this 1858 jar. A hundred and fifty years ago, these jars meant survival, authenticity, repurposed, in a mason jar ny times. Aug 18, 2014 the very first machine made ball jar is not positively known, but most likely was either a ball standard or a ball improved mason. This book is very handy and lists a large selection of fruit jars. I found this jar a couple weekend ago ball blue quart, underscored ball mason with dropped a, and s in mason is backwards.

Mason has focused on collecting ball jars for decades and has amassed quite. This book is very handy and list a large selection of fruit jars. One of the most notable contemporary improvements to. This little jar is what was left of the red glass used to run the 750 red commemorative kerr bell jars. If you are a fruit jar collector this is the must have book. Ball 64oz glass mason jar with lid and band wide mouth.

The ball blue book is one of the two main books in the accepted american canon of home canning the other being the usda complete guide. How to tell if a mason jar is antique our pastimes. Ball 32oz 12pk glass regular mouth mason jar with lid and band. Alex kerr was cost conscious because of the gold used in. A hundred and fifty years ago, these jars meant survival, authenticity, repurposed, in a mason jar. The production of the first ball glass jar in 1884 marks the beginning of a fascinating history. The humble mason jar has been discovered as a versatile and beautiful material for creating craft items such as chandeliers, luminaries, planters. Historical figures show that from between sept 1, 1894 until. Ball mason jars are a type of home canning jar made by the ball corporation. Based in pompton plains, nj, bruce can be reached via his website. One of the most notable contemporary improvements to his legacy design is recap mason jars variety of lids. See more ideas about ball jars, canning jars and mason jars. Ball 12pk 64oz mason jar lids and bands wide mouth.

Ball and mason jars with always be a classic farmhouse style. This jar is not especially rare but add the closure and it is. Ball 32oz 12pk glass wide mouth mason jar with lid and band. Buy the book vintage mason jars, antique fruit jar, mason. Historical figures show that from between sept 1, 1894 until dec 31, 1961, 41,256,856 gross jars were produced. Ball mason jar 8ounces jelly quilted crystal with lids and bands, regular mouth set of 4 4. Buy the book vintage mason jars, antique fruit jar. I dont believe it was even used, so i have a new book in my reference library. May 10, 2019 repurpose the classic mason jar as a soap or lotion dispenser in your bathroom. It has a few dust spots mostly on the base and a little wear mostly on the base.

Hundreds of additions and revisions expanded section on reproduction jars canadian, australian, and other foreign jars widely updated revised pricing based on many sources of reference were very sorry but we only able to. The company started making mason jars back in 1880, and many people today still use these for canning, or collect the jars as a hobby. He participated in the companys evolution from kerosene cans and fruit jars to the threshold of the space age. Each edition is filled with fresh solutions for todays busy lifestyles to help everyone enjoy good food at the peak of flavor. Glass jars with this embossed marking was the most popular jar for home canning ever produced in the united states. This 1870 piece sports a unique glass liner just inside the metal lid.

Most valuable fruit jars digger odell bottle price guides. See ball brothers glass company page, for a brief summary of that glass company. In the common green shade, this wire bale 1910 model commands a respectable rate. Antique mason s 1858 pat date light olive green jar quart huge cfj monogram. One of the soughtafter old mason jars is the 1858 mason jar that is blue in color, however. The mason jar by james russell lingerfelt goodreads. How to identify and value mason jars dusty old thing.

Ball jar collectors look for closure types, embossing script styles and patent types to date and find the most valuable collectibles. Mar 29, 2019 ball mason jars are a type of home canning jar made by the ball corporation. Ball is one of the most recognized names in home canning. A notable successor of this type of jar, the ball perfect mason with dozens of minor variations in size, shape and color. Were not content to rest on our laurels, and its why we push boundaries every day. Unlisted error ball mason the ball jar ccc home page.

There are many, many different mold numbers seen, having one, two, or three digits. There are many ways to date old ball mason jars, and one of the easiest is to look at the logo. The ball perfect mason was a brand of glass fruit jar canning jar made by the ball bros. Hundreds of additions and revisions expanded section on reproduction jars canadian, australian, and other foreign jars widely updated revised pricing based on many sources. Small pictures in both black and white and color are interspersed with bits of. The collectors guide to old fruit jars douglas m leybourne on. During his long and active lifetime, george served the company as bookkeeper, secretary, treasurer, vice president, president, and board chairman. If your a fruit jar collector this is a must have book. Mason jars makerplace combines shopping with our passion for diy for a more approachable and enjoyable experience. This year, we celebrate 5 years of ball heritage with the release of our new aqua vintage jars.

May 02, 2016 ball, the biggest brand name in mason jars today, has seen its sales double since 2001. From preserving pickles and jams to storage and decor, ball mason jars have been a part of americas families for over a century. The very first machine made ball jar is not positively known, but most likely was either a ball standard or a ball improved mason. Ball 12pk glass mason jar lids and bands regular mouth. Most of the typical ball perfect masons are marked with a mold number between 0 and 15 on the bottom. He served on the boards of numerous organizations including.

Create a buzzworthy product with our eco mason jars with red lids. Later, the process was perfected by ball in 19 when his factory was able to produce both the lid and jar to ensure a perfect fit each time. This ball mason jar is the result of a molding error, where the logo and name were stamped on upsidedown. This book deals with how difficult life can be for college students like dating, friendships, homework, and family life. Despite masons death, inventors and entrepreneurs continued to make improvements to his jar and lid design. Labels securely adhere to jars for easy storage, organizing, and gifting. One of the most common fruit jars ever produced is the lowly ball jar. An illustrated price guide to old fruit jars red book 12. How to date old ball mason jars with pictures wikihow. From 2016 to 2017 approximately, ball had separate facebook pages for australia, south africa and the uk, but by 2018 had abandoned them and redirected users back to their main ball usa facebook page.

The jars are listed in alphabetical order and by catalog number for easy reference. I have used this book many times to identify the canning jars i have purchased. Pictured next to a pint ball perfect mason to compare the color. Simple and modern farmhouse home decor pieces with a bit of vintage that joanna gaines would be proud of.

Most modern canning jars are clear, which allows you to see the contents of the jar. The purpose of the red book is to identify, list, and provide pricing guidance for all known fruit jars, a continuous labor of love begun by alice creswick and continued by doug leybourne. I immediately ordered the red book, which, even though it was a lot more expensive. Ball produced many jars with this script style, the ball mason jars and ones with just ball and no other embossing appeared right about the turn of the century. By the early 1900s the fruit jars were dominant in america but were also exported to europe, south africa and australia. This section of the redbook includes all varieties of ball mason jars. Ball regular mason jar 8 oz, set of 8 canning jars, with airtight lids bands. Younger generations, including millenials, have adopted the iconic jars as emblems of a more sustainable time. The latest edition of this comprehensive guide features preserving techniques, photographs, and recipes. Since its founding in buffalo, new york, in 1880, when it was known as the wooden jacket can company, the ball company has expanded and diversified into other. In the fruit jar red book perfect mason s are listed from no. A blue, green, red, amber or yellow jar may be antique.

I am selling today this nice ball mason improved pint fruit jar it is sca in color has dropped a and r. On some jar variants, such as the first ball embossing variant on these jars, logo 5 in chart shown below, used circa 191923 on bpm jars, the number may be accompanied by a letter to the right, such as a or c. Ground edges on the jar that are not perfectly smooth and machined usually indicate an older jar. Anchor smooth sided jelly jar with 2 piece lid12 pack. Bottle and jar collector want to know which are the most valuable. The b on ball jar is open and an underscore is present. Ball plays a critical role in the quest to explore the universe, protect our planet and support those who serve the nation. According to one expert, only about a dozen jars like this exist in the world, making. Ball aluminum cup recognized in fast companys 2020 world changing ideas awards. However, vast quantities were produced by well over 100 different glass factories, and many of those have no identification marks whatsoever, or only a mold number, letter, or emblem on the base. It is best known for its early production of glass jars, lids, and related products used for home canning.

These durable canning jars are made in the usa to the highest quality and safety standards. After looking at this closely i see the 3rd l is ghosted, this is similar to 2351, but not with a backwards s. Buy top selling products like ball regular mouth 12pack glass canning jars and square monogram glass mason jar. In this article, collector bruce wayne schank talks about collecting antique ball jars fruit jars, and the history of the ball jar. This simple guide will help narrow down the year your ball jar was made.

This book is in excellant condition, which they listed as being in very good. Colors while rare or unusual colors can give an 1858 mason jar value, some rare or unusual colors of glass simply did not exist or were not used between 1858 and the mid1910s, so an unusual color is a clear sign that a jar was made more recently. Glass 2 quart mason jar pitcher by county line kitchen classic style, 64 oz ball jar, wide mouth, heavy duty glass pitcher 4. This book is no longer is print, but it is avaialble on secondary. In the early 1900s, there were hundreds of brands of mason jars, but only a few stood the test of time. An illustrated price guide to old fruit jars red book. Known around the world as the food preservers bible, the ball blue book guide to preserving is the ultimate guide to fresh preserving. Masons patent nov 30th 1858 jar, marked w c d on the base. Using a 12 highspeed steel drill bit, drill a hole to fit the width of a soap dispenser pump.

The lip is one of the cleanest ive seen on a ground lip jar. Ironically, while its one of the more iconic products of all time, few people know the history behind the. Its a slope shouldered ball mason jar it has those two words on the front, and. Read this antique candle works blog for more information. We love discovering new ways to solve everyday problems. Ball 12ct 4oz quilted crystal jelly jar with lid and band regular mouth. Mason bright had extended an invitation to come and see his jar collection a year or so ago, and finally we found a weekend to make the trip up to michigan and see his fabulous ball jar collection.

Mason has focused on collecting ball jars for decades and has amassed quite a spectacular collection of virtually every kind of ball jar ever made. The collectors guide to old fruit jars by douglas m. Ball corporation is an american company headquartered in westminster, colorado. European storage jars often date into the 16001700s but the modern fruit jar, as found in this country, began to appear about 18401850 with the introduction of cork and wax seal jars and their tin top cousins.