DireWolf
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Literally.
My wife bought me one recently, and I had a question.
I get the impression that they were used when you bought a blend occasionally, and stored it in a stoneware jar, with a non sealing lid.
The one she got is a basic crock shape, made in Jolly Old, and she was told it was from the 50's. Maybe the 40's. The jar has a smaller, unglazed lid shape that fits inside. Based on the little bit of staining on the bottom, I assume it's a weight to help maintain moisture. Is this the case? As its unglazed, I'm also thinking it's designed to absorb excess moisture, or maybe release it in the case of dry tobacco.
I've done a bit of searching, and am having little luck (probably from not knowing what it's called), so thought I'd inquire here.
Sincerely,
Stumped in Oregon
My wife bought me one recently, and I had a question.
I get the impression that they were used when you bought a blend occasionally, and stored it in a stoneware jar, with a non sealing lid.
The one she got is a basic crock shape, made in Jolly Old, and she was told it was from the 50's. Maybe the 40's. The jar has a smaller, unglazed lid shape that fits inside. Based on the little bit of staining on the bottom, I assume it's a weight to help maintain moisture. Is this the case? As its unglazed, I'm also thinking it's designed to absorb excess moisture, or maybe release it in the case of dry tobacco.
I've done a bit of searching, and am having little luck (probably from not knowing what it's called), so thought I'd inquire here.
Sincerely,
Stumped in Oregon