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Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2002 11:48:21 EST
From: KKsTorie76
Subject: Comments
I came upon your site in a search & ran across your rare Ball Ideal 1/2 wire
lid jar. I believe I have that same Ball. Could you estimate a value for me
? Thanks, Torie S. Watts.
Date: Sun, 29 Dec 2002 06:34:14 -0600
From: "Cheryl whiteley"
Subject: MASON'S PATENT #1
JAR: MASON'S PATENT COLOR: Clear or Aqua (Lt. Blue)
DATE: None Listed anywhere
BOTTLE NUMBERS: 1 Printed in the glass on the bottom center (no other
numbers anywhere) Bottle isn't broken but seems rough and uneven in design,
not completely symmetrical. I am looking to sell the jar and also looking
for any info about it's history, I have been over many websites and searched
till my computer is blue in the face, ha. Any information would be
appreciated, and all offers are welcome.
Date: Sat, 21 Dec 2002 19:58:36 -0500
From: "Rick"
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
I have a ball jar atlas easy seal can you give me any info on this Thanks
Rick
Date: Tue, 17 Dec 2002 00:41:16 EST
From: DANCHIBBY3
Subject: Comments
Hi
I really enjoyed your site. i love ball jars, and collect them also. any
other sites you know of for me? chrissy
Date: Mon, 16 Dec 2002 17:54:21 -0500
From: "j borak"
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
I am the person with the misspelled mason jar , it reads pfrfect instead of
perfect. I can send you a photograph if you would like to see it?
Date: Sun, 8 Dec 2002 12:57:23 -0500
From: "Nina Taylor"
Subject: Comments
Hi my name is Nina, and I was looking at your collection of Ball canning
jars, and I came accross the one that says " Ball IDEAL PAT'D JULY 14, 1908.
Rare (non dropped-a, added under score) ball blue quart.
Could you be so kind to tell me if I have something rare? or if maybe it
might be a reproduction of sorts.
Thank you for your time. Nina Taylor
Date: Sat, 30 Nov 2002 17:38:55 -0600
From: "Denise Holst"
Subject: Re: Comments about your Web Site...
Bruce--
After further searching, I've found that they are 1/3 pints, clear, Ball
Perfect Mason embossed. The lids are zinc with porcelin inside with Ball
embossed on the top. Also, in searching through another crate of jars, I
have come across several error jars. When I get them cleaned up, I can send
pictures if you would like to see them. I also found a "Decker's Iowana"
Mason City, Iowa Pat. July 14, 1908. It is clear with a glass lid. There is
a 5 embossed on the bottom. Any idea on a value of this one. I live near
Mason City, IA, so may be of interest to some collectors here.
Thanks Denise
Date: Sat, 30 Nov 2002 00:03:00 -0800
From: "halokid"
Subject: Comments
HI,
I JUST PICKED UP A SMALL COLLECTION OF RED BALL JARS. ONE HAS A PAT DATE ON
1908. ALSO A HORMEL FOOD JAR ALSO IN RED. DID BALL MAKE RED JARS? OR CAN
THIS BE SOMETHING OR SOMEHOW THEY DYED THE JARS.
RICHARD
Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2002 20:43:26 -0600
From: "Denise Holst"
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
I have recently aquired 2 Ball jars. I believe they are 1/2 pint and have
zinc lids and rubber seals. Do you know if these are rare or what they're
value might be?
Thank you - Denise
Date: Wed, 20 Nov 2002 20:09:33 EST
From: HaddenhamS
Subject: Crisco Ball Jar
I have not found anyone who has ever seen a "Crisco" jar that was
manufactured by Ball. I did find out from the Crisco company that it was
only manufactured during WW11. I don't have any idea what the value would
be. It is excellent condition and I am interested in selling it. Any
information would be very helpful. Thank You, Carolyn
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2002 22:36:38 -0600
From: Herb Hess
Subject: Question about Ball jars.
Hi,
I was wondering what the number on the bottom of the Ball jar was for? Is
this a date number? Thank you for any help you can give me. Herb Hess
Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 10:24:38 -0800 (PST)
From: Michael pm179
Subject: Re: Ball Ideal jar
Thank you Bruce,
I had also posted my question on the Yahoo Group board & Bob Clay has
emailed some info.
I got so excited when I saw I had a jar that looked just like yours. All of
the other Ideal jars I have do
not have the underlined logo, and very few have 3 wire closures.
Oh well, everyone starts at the beginning :)
Best Regards, Michael
Date: Sun, 10 Nov 2002 13:39:13 -0600
From: "Mike and Cathy Shuttleworth"
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
Hello! I like your site and have some questions for you. I have started a
small collection of jars that I have been unable to find any information on.
I have 3 jars that say ball sanitary sure seal pat July 14,08. Each one has
a different number on the bottom such as 2,3, and 9 with a dot after the 9.
I also have some that have a "hand drawn" 8 and 6 or 9 with a line
underneath. They are all different and I think they are very old. Any
information you can give me on what the numbers mean and how to tell which
ones are valued, would be great. Thanks in advance, and keep up the great
site.
Sincerely, Mike
Date: Thu, 7 Nov 2002 09:29:32 -0600
From: "Joni Lawson"
Subject: Re: Comments about your Web Site...
Thanks! Do you know what the Amber jars are worth? I've heard that the
lavender are more expensive is this true? Joni
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2002 09:28:43 -0800
From: "Terri and Charles"
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
Actually, no comments about your website... This may cause you a laugh or
two! Back in the 1980s I found these cool drinking mugs made by Ball
(actually a mason jar with a handle made by Ball) and I loved them so much I
bought several cases. Well....I only have a few left now as they have
cracked and broken over the years....any idea where I can find them again? I
love them, they are great! Thanks Terri
Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2002 17:32:52 -0800 (PST)
From: Michael pm179
Subject: Ball Ideal jar
Hi Bruce,
I was looking at the jars you have on your site and came across your
comments regarding this second jar...
Ball IDEAL - Very scarce variation with IDEAL in slug plate.
I am brand new at this hobby so I don't know what a slug plate is BUT I have
a jar that looks exactly like yours! I picked it out of about a dozen jars
that looked alike because it was the only one with a Ball underscore.
Can you tell me what it is that is not evident in the picture (your quote),
and what is a slug plate?
Thanks so much, Michael
Date: Mon, 4 Nov 2002 15:28:08 -0600
From: "PETER"
Subject: Atlas Strong Shoulder
I have a blue #7 (on bottom) Atlas Strong Shoulder Mason Jar. The screw on
top reads “Ball”. Don’t know if your interested; ran across your site while
researching it. Do you know any history behind it. Pete
Date: Sat, 02 Nov 2002 18:23:41 -0600
From: "Les and Sharon LeMaire"
Subject: Rare and unusual mason jar?
I recently purchased a half gallon Ball mason jar, brown in color in mint
condition. The back side has both cups and pints on the back side. The
number G4 is inscribed on the bottom. Is this a rare find? Please respond
with an email answer. Thanks......ball jar collector.
Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2002 11:54:12 EST
From: HaddenhamS
Subject: Comments
Hello, I have come across a Ball jar that was made for Crisco lard. These
were made only during WW ll, from1942-1945. Would you happen to know what
kind of value I would put on it? Thank You, Carolyn
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 15:49:20 -0500
From: "Janet" JMCVilla
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
love your site. I am just now having an interest in ball jars. we are
cleaning out a farm from the 1800 and discovering many jars. have you ever
seen a clear jar marked with the words pine then there is a p in a square
and the the word mason. I could send you a pic if you want. your site gives
me lots of info. Janet
Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2002 15:07:18 -0700 (PDT)
From: ROBERT MCKEE
Subject: jar
I have a ball mason jar 67A that is flawed. A friend of mine worked at the
plant and the rest of these were destroyed. It is perfect except the color
is a amber yellow. Have you heard of these and if so are they worth
anything?
Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2002 10:53:17 -0500
From: "Joni Lawson"
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
Hi! I enjoyed your pictures. I am trying to find out about a jar I just
bought at a flea market. It is "Amber" color. Do you know anything about
this color?
At the same place they had some of the light lavender color as well. I must
say I had never come across that color before.
Thank You Joni
Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2002 16:57:08 EDT
From: TankyBoy2
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
I recently acquired a dozen Eclipse Wide Mouth Ball Jars in beautiful
condition at a yard sale for the sole purpose of canning my apple pie
filling. However, after purchasing them I find it very difficult to find the
rubber rings I'll need to can. Any suggestions? I bought them because I like
to give people homemade gift baskets around Christmas with different things
I've made from the garden. Are these jars something I shouldn't part with?
PS...there were many more left in this "yard-estate sale"......
Ladykc1@yahoo.com Kim
Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2002 11:01:37 EDT
From: Yumase7en
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
I HAVE A BALL PERFECT MASON JAR WITH A NUMBER ONE ON THE BOTTOM. JAR HAS A
BLUISH TINT TO IT. LID HAS GLASS IN IT. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED EMAIL ME BACK
THANKS,,,
Date: Sun, 13 Oct 2002 19:24:02 -0400
From: "Nora Kreisler"
Subject: Comments
We're putting an addition on our house and while excavating we found, as
expected, lots of bottles, jars, and other miscellaneous glassware. oddly we
only found one "mason" jar. I expected mason jars to be somewhat prevalent
since the house was built between 1895 and 1905 and home canning has always
been a way of life in Maine. Anyhow, since it was such a nice looking jar
(aqua tint, no lid or bail...a couple of small chips on the inside of the
mouth but other-wise in great shape...also says "Ball Ideal" on it) I
decided to see what I could find on the internet and thus, came across your
sight. To say the least your sight is very informative. Any idea what years
the "Ball Ideal" jars were made?
Regards, Pete Moberg Westbrook, ME
Date: Sat, 12 Oct 2002 21:02:45 -0500
From: kgbrp
Bruce: We own a small retail grocery store that dates back to 1910. It
had the dirt basement etc. We cleaned it out the other day and found a
number of ball jars from Ideal, perfect mason, one with just Ball on it and
one with 1903 patent date. There are a number of other types of jars,
bottles and jugs along with other interesting items. We are wondering of
interest. Drop a line.
Thanks!
DATE: Thu, 10 Oct 2002 16:46:47
From: TROY JANNA
Such a nice site. I always appreciate collectors who do this, as it helps us
neophyte collectors/sellers/etc. I have a "sperm jar" like the one you
show...at least I think it is, the photo was a little hard to make out. It's
about 9 1/4" high counting the zinc lid, is a blue/aqua color, has bubbles
in it, the bottom has a #2, and on the side it says BALL no other words. The
word BALL has a 5th connected letter. It looks like the other Ls, but it's
tilted towards the right about 45 degrees. It does look like a sperm. Can
you tell me what are they worth?
Thanks so much, Janna
DATE: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 19:07:14
From: "Dan Warrington"
I have a aridor jar that is 21" long and has 6" sides. It is square and
has rounded edges. The bottom is rounded and the jar can not stand . I have
the lid with this also. It has aridor on it in a diamond shape. It also has
to restore drying action bake pad in oven thirty minutes on it. Pat. April
17,1917 other pats. pend Under the name it says trade mark registered. and
below that aridor co. chicago. I was wonder what it was used for and any
other infor you might have on it.
Thanks for any help you can give me. Bev
DATE: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 16:47:03
From: Jeanine Head Miller
Bruce, do you know when Ball Bros. started imprinting their name on the
top of their regular fruit jar zinc lids (not the jelly glasses)? I know it
was after 1932 and before 1943.
Jeanine
DATE: Sun, 29 Sep 2002 14:57:53
From: GSMITH7350
Bruce, In going thru my mothers house, we found several hundred ball jars of
various sizes, shapes, and colors full of old fruit and jellies.. They go
back before before 1954 when we moved to the house when my grandmother died.
My grandmother bought the farm in 1921 and canned everything . What should
we look for? We are in process of cleaning all the jars. Thx for the help.
Gerald Smith. Richmond, Indiana.
DATE: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 15:56:58
From: "Kathy Ford"
Hi,
I was checking into information for a friend who purchased a box full of the
"sperm jars" Ball Jar. Could you tell me what these are worth AND the year
it first came out.
Thank you, Kathy Ford
DATE: Thu, 26 Sep 2002 16:59:32
From: "Susie Sweeney"
How can I get more information at Ball Jars? I have several and don't
really know anything about them. Susie
Date: Mon, 16 Sep 2002 22:21:34 -0700
From: "Wilbert Wehr"
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
Hi, Bruce!
Today while my sister and I were going through our recently deceased
mother's house in preparation for putting it up for sale, we came
across a Ball jar in the rafters in the basement. The jar is blue in tint.
It has "IDEAL" written under the word "Ball." Underneath "IDEAL" it has
"PAT'D July 14, 1908." Is this the same jar that you show in your
collection? What is its value?
I'll look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks, Ellen
DATE: Fri, 16 Aug 2002 18:38:26
From: "john w"
Subject: Comments
very nice site. i have a ball perfect mason salt shaker. any idea how old it
is?
johnny@maplecity.com
Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2002 23:22:36 -0500
From: "Sandy Nelson"
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
Hi -
I came across your Ball Jar website when looking for the Ball Jar Company
web site. I couldn't remember how to spell the actual company. I found the
jars interesting, in fact have always found them interesting when I've come
across them at auctions. I used to sell antiques in a variety of shops
around our area, but have discontinued it because my time is taken up with
other things and I couldn't do it as it should be done.
What this is leading to is that I have a lot of antique items in storage
that occasionally appear on eBay. I have a bunch of Ball Jars. Now that I
have found you, I will, over time, go through them to see if I have any that
you are seeking. Don't hold your breath on this, my schedule is a bit
hectic. Also, I was wondering if you would want other older ones you already
have for trading with other people. Just a thought.
About your photos - I've done quite a bit of photography in my time and
have been working with digital for a number of years now. Actually, your
photos are fairly good, but I have a few suggestions. First, choose a good,
plain background. Your best ones did have a plain background. Second, use
diffused light rather than direct light, it will cut down on glare. Also,
you might want to try a dulling spray. They use it in the movies to make
sure bright objects, such as chrome doesn't shine too bright on the film.
I'm not sure where you would find it, perhaps you could find a local
production company, such as someone who films commercials.
That's all for now. Sandy
Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2002 07:19:17 -0500
From: "Robbins, Heather D."
Subject: Comments
Hello, I currently have a Ball jar that looks similar to your Ball "Ideal"
jar. Has the same kind of clamp lid only it's shorter I think. And more
clear....no tint to it really. At any rate, I'm not a jar collector and am
interested in finding out the value of my jar.
Do you have any suggestions?
Thanks!
Date: Thu, 11 Jul 2002 23:09:54 -0500
From: "thekrystalkave"
Subject: Comments
Hi!
This isn't really a comment. It's actually a question. My husband and I were
enjoying learning the colors and we decided to write and ask you if you were
interested in a Balll Mason. We also believe that it may be a special
because its marked on the bottom, it is either capital i 9 or 6 capital i.
Sorry about the way I had to write that the font made it hard to tell. The
book we have (Collectors Guide to Ball Jars) says its the first special
order that Ball made for Hahne & Co. Newark NJ. The jar is Ball Blue in
color.
Thanks for any information you might have or any leads you may know on who
might want the jar.
Phil and Karla
Date: Fri, 24 May 2002 20:24:29 -0400
From: "smouse"
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
Hi!
Just checking out your Ball Jar collection...very nice I might add! I found
some Ball Jars today! In your photos, you mentioned Ideal being in a very
large slug plate...what is it you mean by this, as I don't see anything
different on it. I found two Ideal jars today. Quart and pint in clear
glass! Also two ball perfect mason jars in blue.
Problem being and this is my question, the ideal jars have bails off course,
but the others that had screw on lids, have no lids. How much does this
affect the value? Also...what are jars like these worth? Approx. I know you
have to love them to want to buy them, but maybe a rough idea on a value? I
was curious to see if I got a good deal!
Thanks! Sandi
Date: Tue, 21 May 2002 22:36:42 -0500
From: "J Smedbron"
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
Greetings,
You have a fantastic website on the Ball fruit jars. I have been collecting
for several years now, most of my jars are dug up or bought in groups at
country auctions. I aggressively seek out old farm trash pits to dig. Some
of the best jars come back to life from them. Could you help me evaluate
some I have that are not listed in the Redbooks? Is there a better guide for
Ball jars out there? I have some trouble with the color names, for instance
what's the difference between yellow green and apple green. Or another
,forest true green and just green. Would there be a color chart published
somewhere? Please let me know if you are interested in seeing good photos of
some of my jars, to evaluate from.
Sincerely w/thanks for a great site
Jeff Smedbron
DATE: Sat, 20 Apr 2002 14:18:25
From: FarmgirlWH
Hi!
I love your website! I found it in the yahoo groups bookmarks. I'm just
starting out in collecting and have found some great ones to start my
collection with. I have to say I have learned the most from your website
about ball jars, you did a very good job!!
Wendy
DATE: Thu, 11 Apr 2002 11:07:35
From: Poetldy
Hi,
I was visiting your Web page, (which I truly enjoyed) and noticed that you
had information on the date 1886, I have a bottle marked 1886, by E B & CO.
Ld. I was wondering if this might be made by Ball, it is the same aqua glass
that Ball Fruit Jars are made out of, and it is in the shape of a figure 8.
I would like to send a picture of it for you to examine, if you wouldn't
mind the inconvenience.
Thank-you.
Crystal
DATE: Sat, 30 Mar 2002 16:50:56
From: "Dottie C." dorothyc
It is great. We have a "sperm" jar, with the number 6 or 9 on the bottom. It
belonged to my sister-in-law. Does it have any value. It has a metal top
with the Ba of Ball still readable. The jar reads Ball Perfect Mason and it
is the pale aqua color. Thanks for you site and your help.
DATE: Fri, 15 Mar 2002 07:02:08
From: "Wrobel, Debra L."
I have an 1858 Mason jar with star emblem on it. Maybe a 5-1/2" lid, jar
holding several gallons. Any idea how to contact the Mason Company? Is it now owned by Ball?
Any help would be appreciated.
Debbie
DATE: Sun, 10 Mar 2002 22:11:04
From: paul-b-willis
I have a very small mason jar it is about 2' in tall and has a zinc lid some
said it was a sample jar that sale man carried it has a little chip on the
top where the lid is if you could e mail me an tell me what it is I would be
very grateful my email address is
dispicabletoo@hotmail.com
we are trying to find out what is and how much it worth it also has a #7 on
the bottom.
Thanks - Dorothy Carroll
Date: Mon, 7 Jan 2002 19:28:41 -0600
From: Jim Osowski
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
Hey great site!! Do you know where we could find the value of a 3 quart Ball
Mason jar with the word perfect misspelled to say "perffct" on it? I
have one and am wondering if I over paid for it?
Thanks a lot! Jim
Date: Mon 12 Dec 2001 1:43 AM
From: lwjars lwhite
Subject: Comments
Hi, I was just checking out your website. At least I think it is yours,
since you are Batman :-). I too am a Ball collector. I have created a link
to your website on the
FOHBC website. Please email me
- let's talk jars.
Linda White
Date: Fri, 7 Dec 2001 14:55:50 -0600
From: June OSUBuckeyes Wayne
Subject: Comments
Bruce,
Nice pictures. Does your amethyst pint have the reworked Perfection lip?
Have a nice day,
June Lowry
Date: Sun, 2 Dec 2001 07:51:11 -0600
From: Jeff Harper
Subject: Ball Jars...
Bruce -
I'd love to trade jars with you (especially if you wish to include any of
the
fantastic jars you show on your web site - I have a few of them, but covet
the rest), or even stories about your Ball collecting.
Jeff
Date: Sat, 1 Dec 2001 04:31:22 -0800 (PST)
From: dygger
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
Bruce;
Great job on the site!! Very nice jars posted
there. I myself am a Ball Brothers collector.
My favs are the Ball Sure Seal, cant get enough of
them (HAHAHA). Just did get my first Sure Seal sun
colored quart....awesome jar with the disconnected
underscore. But looking for a sun colored lid for it.
I did have the honor of getting a few items from
Dick Roller before his passing.
And thanks for the comments on the Web Shots
page. It is a labor I love. Fruit jars just do it for me.
Have an awesome time with your collecting and look
forward to hearing from you sometime.
Dave aka dygger60
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Live for today.......tomorrow isn't here yet.
Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 21:44:57 EST
From: Kyjarheads
Subject: Comments
Hi Bruce,
I really enjoyed looking at your Ball jars. I collect Ball and odd
closure jars mainly, but like about any kind of jar I don't have! Glad to
see
somebody else interested in clear jars. If you run across something you
don't
need give me a holler. Thanks for letting me look at your jars.
Thanks, Earl.
Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 20:43:19 EST
From: PandJBata
Subject: Comments about your Web Site...
Hi Bruce!
GREAT Website! Nice jars and you and your wife make a great looking couple,
congratulations!!
I have just started collecting some Ball jars. I'm trying to get some nice
colored BPM & Ball Mason's first. Thanks for taking the time to make the
site and share pics and knowledge with others.
Best regards idigjars
- Paul
Bata
Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 18:41:25 -0600
From: "David Blackburn"
Subject: Re: [fruit jars] My Ball Jar Web Site...
Bruce, enjoyed your Ball Jar pics. Do you have Ball Special Pints in your
collection? If so, do you know anything about the numbering scheme used by
Ball on these Specials?
Thx David
Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 19:29:34 -0500
From: "melissa Milner"
Subject: Comments
Hi, I really like your website. You have some great jars. I don't specialize
in any certain kind of jars. I like a lot of different ones. You have made
me appreciate Ball jars more. I wish I could figure out a way to print out
the Ball poster. When I tried to print it from the site, I could only get
part of it. Oh well! I have enjoyed your site.
Thanks for posting it. Melissa
From: "Evans Hill"
Date: Thu Nov 29, 2001 18:27
Subject: Batman's want list
Hello Group! Bruce I just wanted you to know. I have been helping another e-bayer
get started with some jars. I believe she will be listing a pint Special
that is clear. maybe you can come out of the auction with it!
Heads up! Larry
Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 15:28:09 -0600
From: "Phil Murphy"
Subject: Comments
Bruce,
Do you care if I make a link to your page on my website?
Phil
