This pink glass jar is set into a quadruple plated silver frame with a similarly plated lid. The jar has a dimpled design in even rows. The lid has a spear-head cap with a stylized "P" on the smooth dome. There are two bracket arms securing the jar and stabilizing the frame's design. A repeated design of flowers in a diamond shape encircles the base of the frame.

Weight (lbs): 1.5
Height (In.): 7.25
Width (In.): 4.25
Depth (In.): 4.25
Size: 7.25 x 4.25 x 4.25"
Maker: Hartford Silverplate Co.
Material: Glass, Silver Plating
Date: 20th C.
Provenance: Avon Park, Fl Estate
Condition: Tarnish to the plating with no noticed losses or breaks. The jar shows some small imperfections in the form of bubbles within the glass and a quarter inch chip to the surface of the rim.
History: Pickle castors were used during the Victorian Era not only to serve the functional purpose of storing pickles for luncheons, but to show the artistry of silver plating and glass blowing designs. The artists of the period took great care in the creation of their castors. The designs on the silver can vary from insects to blossoms, to simple filigreed whorls, but almost always imitate the complex designs of nature. The glass pieces were crafted to fit snugly inside the silver plated frames to make beautiful center pieces for luncheons and tea settings.
Condition: Tarnish to the plating with no noticed losses or breaks. The jar shows some small imperfections in the form of bubbles within the glass and a quarter inch chip to the surface of the rim. History: Pickle castors were used during the Victorian Era not only to serve the functional purpose of storing pickles for luncheons, but to show the artistry of silver plating and glass blowing designs. The artists of the period took great care in the creation of their castors. The designs on the silver can vary from insects to blossoms, to simple filigreed whorls, but almost always imitate the complex designs of nature. The glass pieces were crafted to fit snugly inside the silver plated frames to make beautiful center pieces for luncheons and tea settings.