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What are apothecary jars used for?

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What are apothecary jars used for?
Apothecary jars were historically used for storing medicine and pharmaceuticals. The jars were made out of glass, wood, metal or ceramics. Today, the jars are an excellent addition to add some flair to your home décor. You’ll find a variety of apothecary jars from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Porcelain Apothecary Jar
Located in Houston, TX
This is a porcelain apothecary jar, from the early 20th century, found in France. The label reads
Category

Early 20th Century French Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Apothecary Jar
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Porcelain Apothecary Jar. It depicts a cylindrical lidded jar with white background hand
Category

20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Revival Jars

Materials

Porcelain

2 Victorian Crystal Apothecary Jar
Located in New York, NY
2 English Victorian Waterford crystal pear shaped apothecary jars with stopper. (PRICED EACH)
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Jars

Materials

Crystal

Cathy Graham Decoupage Apothecary Jar
Located in New York, NY
Handmade decoupage apothecary jar, designed by Cathy Graham and crafted by Scott Potter.
Category

2010s American Jars

Materials

Glass

Cathy Graham Decoupage Apothecary Jar
Located in New York, NY
Handmade decoupage apothecary jar, designed by Cathy Graham and crafted by Scott Potter.
Category

2010s American Jars

Materials

Glass

Pair of Porcelain Apothecary Jars
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of antique apothecary jars labeled in latin and hand decorated with tropical scenes with
Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Jars

Materials

Porcelain

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