Have to agree with a previous poster that this is likely the selenium reaction in the glass. Similar to manganese and the pinkish purple effect you get. Everyone has their definition of color, but to most jar collectors, this would be straw yellow.
Awful long time to be spinning a bottle in what could be accomplished in a week. If they are using anything other than polish, I'd probably run the other direction from buying because it's likely over polished.
The Lafayette script jars do have value. As usual, it depends on the condition and size. Generally, pints command more than the half gallons, which bring more than the quarts.
Pretty sure this one is irradiated. Manganese used to be added, which would eventually turn pinkish to purple depending on the amount. Selenium was then used and would usually turn a "motor oil" amber when irradiated. There may have been other additives after that.
Jim, still a good find. Lids can be found for $75 or less. Be aware there are two versions on the Lafayette lid. There is one with 2 "wings" or horizontal tabs on the metal portion of the lid - these are for a different jar. You are looking for the 4 "winged" version (a.k.a. the "sherrif's...
Greg is probably one of the more honest people in the hobby. I'd try contacting him by phone. I'm sure the snafu with PayPal is creating issues on his end too.
Ring and Ham have it listed as ex. rare. According to the D&C Auction Price Guide, there were several recorded sales about 15-20 years ago ranging from $440 to $880 through Glassworks.