Glass apothecary jar can come in various sizes and shapes. Most are use now days to store candy in or they can look nice in your bathroom as containers to hold your cotton balls or contain your bath salts. Originally though these glass apothecary jar was used in apothecary shops which were like an old time pharmacy but with cooler name. The apothocarist or now called pharmacist used these jars to store their medicinal herbs and concoctions. Though most glass apothecary jars were of glass, they sometimes came in a dark amber or blue glass to prevent sunlight from getting into it and damaging the medicinal herbs making them lose their potent power. Sometimes they were placed in their shop window too to draw customers in to search around for an herb or elixir to heal what conflicts them.
Types of Glass Apothecary Jar
Anchor Hocking Glass Apothecary Jar - This apothecary jar is 12oz in size with cover lid by Anchor Hocking, and is dishwasher safe. Use this glass apothecary jar to decorate any room. Use it in bathroom for bath salts, Living area it will look great on the mantel with potpourri mix.
Gerson Princess Apothecary Jars - An apothecary jar fit for a princess. This princess set apothecary jar you get a set of two one jar is larger than the other. They are great for little candy dish on your desk.
Glass Wide Lid Apothecary Jar - An elegant jar with a wide lid and opening for easy reaching in and pouring in whatever you want to put inside. This jar shall fit any home décor it is truly elegant.
19” Tall Glass Apothecary Jar - Was not kidding when mention that these glass apothecary jars come in various sizes. Coming in at 19” inches tall with lid you can fill it with candy kisses, mints. This jar can also be great in the bathroom to house bath beads or salts.
Glass Apothecary Jars with Steel Lids - Use these in the kitchen for storing your tea bags, use in the office for storing paper clips or rubber bands. You get these in a small medium or large to fit your needs.
3 Piece Glass Apothecary Set - With its old fashion design these jars are perfect if you want some old fashion elegance to your home. You get a set of three each are sized and shaped different.
If you desire to have a decorative design, you may try to display glass apothecary jar in your room. For more selection others than glass apothecary jar please visit to glass storage jar.