Canning jar dating

Although they took up less space in the pantry, they were never as popular as the regular canning jars and so are a little rare - making them a little higher in value. Of course, the better the condition of the jar, the more it will be worth.Chips and cracks will diminish the value of old canning jars significantly, while a jar in good condition with its original lid will be worth the most.Unique closures might not have been favored by yesteryear's homemaker, but they are a hot commodity among today's collector.Collectors Weekly notes some types of closures include the following: Color can be difficult to describe.This can help you identify the jar you have more accurately.Many jars are quart-sized with some being pint or jelly jars.

This book is no longer is print, but it is avaialble on secondary markets and you can get descriptions and basic values of your jars. Many canning jars feature the manufacturer's name or the patent date embossed on the glass.One of the most common emails I receive comes with a description of a jar—e.g., Blue pint Perfect Mason with the number 5 on the bottom—and the question, “How old is my jar?” Use The Logo To Find An Approximate Age It would have been much easier if Ball had placed a date on each and every jar, but that didn’t happen.That's the only sure way to determine whether you have a pretty piece of canning history or a functional treasure from yesteryear.These humble glass pieces were designed for putting up fruits and vegetables in the days before refrigeration.