Antique Mission Trade Mark half-gallon fruit jar in desirable aqua glass, manufactured in California by the W. J. Latchford Co. of Los Angeles. The collector identification corresponds to Red Book No. 2190.
The front is boldly embossed MISSION above the pictorial bell trademark, with TRADE MARK beside the bell and MADE IN CALIFORNIA below. The base carries the regional manufacturer embossing for W. J. Latchford Co., Los Angeles, California.
This large smooth-lip Mason beaded-neck seal jar is fitted with a zinc screw cap and milk-glass liner. The half-gallon size, strong shoulder, aqua coloration, bell emblem and clearly marked California base give it substantial display appeal.
Condition: Excellent antique display condition with normal age-related wear and manufacturing irregularities. Review every photograph closely because the images are part of the condition description.
