1940s Swiss "Bülach Glas" Preserving Jars

These vintage green Bülach glass jars, manufactured in Switzerland in the 1940s, are a stunning example of functional yet beautiful design. They are a part of Swiss history that the older generations still remember vividly.

During the Second World War, the white preserving jars of German origin, "Weck", were harder and harder to come by. So "Bülach Glas", a renowned Swiss glass factory founded in the 19th century, started producing these jars as a wartime replacement. 

These jars were meant to store jams, pickles, and any dry goods. The vibrant green colour, characteristic of Bülach's mid-century production, added a decorative touch and helped preserve the contents from sunlight.

Today, these jars are highly sought after by collectors and vintage lovers alike for their timeless charm and utility. Use them for storage, as a decorative accent, or display them as a piece of Swiss craftsmanship that blends practicality with a hint of nostalgia.

They come in different sizes and volumes, plus with slight differences in their colours - from a blue-ish green to a more olive one. All jars come with a lid and the gorgeous metal clamps.

• Material: Glass
• Techniques: Hand-blown into a mould
• Style: Mid-Century
• Place of Origin: Switzerland
• Date of Manufacture: 1940s
• Condition: Mint, signs of wear on the metal clamp

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