Vintage Canadian NABOB Embossed Glass Coffee Jar with Improved GEM Lid

Add genuine Canadian advertising history to a vintage kitchen, pantry or coffee display with this embossed NABOB glass jar.

The clear glass body features decorative geometric borders, raised NABOB branding and a detailed embossed design. It includes a Canadian Improved GEM glass lid insert and metal screw band, giving it plenty of authentic aged character.

A wonderful display piece for collectors of Canadian advertising, vintage coffee memorabilia or old kitchen glassware.

Details

• Vintage NABOB coffee jar
• Clear moulded glass construction
• Raised NABOB advertising and decorative embossing
• Improved GEM glass lid insert
• Metal screw-on retaining band
• Marked “Improved GEM – Made in Canada”
• Approximately 7.5 inches high
• Approximately 3.5 inches in diameter
• Estimated to date from approximately the 1930s–1950s
• Best suited for display or decorative dry storage
• Not tested or recommended for modern home canning

Similar embossed NABOB Gem-mouth coffee jars are commonly dated to the 1940s–1950s by specialist vintage-jar sellers.

Condition

Good vintage condition overall.

The glass appears clear, with no obvious chips or cracks visible in the supplied photographs. The embossed design remains well defined.

The metal screw band has noticeable oxidation, discolouration and surface rust from age. The glass lid insert appears intact. Normal manufacturing irregularities, light scratches and age-related wear may be present.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

Pickup and Shipping Information

Local pickup in Saskatoon is available by arrangement, and cash is accepted at pickup.

Shipping is available throughout Canada and the United States, calculated at checkout by the total weight of your order (Canada from $5, US from $18 — full rate chart in the shipping policy).

For shipped orders within Canada, payment is by Interac e-Transfer or PayPal. For US orders, payment is by PayPal. US buyers are responsible for any duties, tariffs, taxes, brokerage and import charges.

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