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Dutch Apothecary Jars

19th Century Iron Apothecary Mortars
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra large set of three apothecary mortars, Merzer. The biggest grinder is 250 lbs. Measures
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Jars

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Iron

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Dutch Apothecary Jar
Located in Stamford, CT
18th century Dutch ceramic apothecary jar
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Ceramics

Dutch Apothecary Jar
Located in Stamford, CT
18th century Dutch ceramic apothecary jar
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Ceramics

18th c Dutch Apothecary Jar
Located in Stamford, CT
18th century Dutch blue and white bottle form apothecary jar, decorated with a cartouche with birds
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Turn-of-the-Century Dutch Apothecary Urns
Located in Napa, CA
Two vintage apothecary urns, sold individually. One is 12"x12" and says Bismutum XVI. One
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Early 20th Century Danish Jars

18th century Dutch Tobacco Jar
Located in Stamford, CT
18th century Dutch blue and white apothecary jar with RAPPE D:HOLLAND written within the floral
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Two 18th century Dutch Syrup Jars
Located in Stamford, CT
Two 18th century Dutch blue and white apothecary jars
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Porcelain Apothecary Tobacco Jar
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Dutch colonial tobacco jar with a turned brass lid and a porcelain jar hand decorated with colorful
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20th Century Caribbean Dutch Colonial Jars

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Porcelain

Delft Pottery Apothecary Jar Marked Conf.Hiacintor
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A good Delft blue and white pottery apothecary jar marked CONF.HIACINTOR and dating from around
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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch George II Jars

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Pottery

Delft Pottery Early 18th Century Apothecary Jar Marked Nutritum
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A good Delft blue and white pottery apothecary jar marked V NUTRITUM and dating from around 1720
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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch George I Jars

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Royal Dutch Apothecary Jars with Brass Covers
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A pair of 20th century delft pharmacy jars, signed and dated on the bottom, in the shape of
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Early 20th Century Dutch Jars

Materials

Delft

Pair of Dutch Delft Apothecary Jars with Painted Foliage and Deer
Located in Antwerp, BE
A pair of faience glazed ceramic apothecary jars made by Oud Delft in Nijmegen, Holland. In
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Early 20th Century Dutch Jars

Materials

Pottery

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Questions About Dutch Apothecary Jars
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In countries where apothecaries are still in use, apothecary jars are small covered containers (usually porcelain or clay) used to house and store medicines. In other countries, they're used for spices, grains, or candies.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, some apothecary jars may be airtight, depending on the craftsmanship. Some older apothecary jars have screw-top lids, and new styles feature a silicone or rubber seal to block out air. But not all apothecary jars were designed to be fully airtight. Browse a range of apothecary jars on 1stDibs.