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JAR, WHITE GLASS - SQUARE

c. 1900
Overview

A rounded square base white coloured glass jar. The inside of the jar is cylindrical.

Just above the base of the jar is a flange that acts as an ornament and support. A similiar flange is at the base of the shoulder where it has the same function.

Finish has been added to form a screw top.

Historical information

Once the contents were finished the container was thrown into a rubbish pit due to the lack of waste services.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-33-AK2000.171
Item type
Jars
Themes
Food & Beverage
Material
Glass
Width
51 mm
Height or length
51 mm
Keywords
Wilson Street, Wungong
BOERSMA Ian Mr
Wungong
Year
c. 1900
Statement of significance

LOW

Example of the containers foodstuffs were stored in before the advent and mass popularity of plastic.

Last modified
Wednesday, 21 October, 2026
Completeness
94
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