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Canning Jar
Object/Artifact
Aqua glass canning jar with zinc cover.
82.83.40
Genesee Country Village and Museum
circa 1860
United States of America
North America
Manufacturer's Mark
Impressed on front: Mason's / Patent / Nov 30th / 1858 "MASON'S / PATENT/ NOV 30TH/ 1858". Impressed inside cover lining: Boyd's / Genuine / Porcelain Lined / Cap
English
7-1/4 in
Glass jar
cover zinc