Sterling Silver Crystal Vanity Jars

Lavish vanity jars were a coveted fixture on women's dressing tables from the late 1800s through the early 1900s. While many of these jars held a range of makeup essentials, those designed with an opening at the top had a distinct function, known as "hair receivers." This ingenious concept allowed women to save excess hair, repurposing it to stuff pincushions or create intricate hair art, a practice popular during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. This exquisite set of two sterling silver and crystal jars hails from the early 1900s, a testament to the era's commitment to both beauty and practicality.

Dimensions:

Larger jar - diameter 3 1/4 inches 

Smaller jar - diameter 2 7/8 inches

*Please note that all items on Georgie's NYC are one of a kind, unique, vintage and antique finds. With each piece comes a little bit of life and character that can appear as patina, life marks or slight wear. Every effort is made to bring you only the most stunning of pieces which you will find, that for their age, are in their most beautiful condition. 

Lastly, an immense amount of research and digging goes into each piece placed here for you. Following an items story while taking notes from their curious previous owners; providing you with their personal and historical narrative.