deenodean
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This jar is RB 11 # 1909, clear color with a hint of very very light lemon. Nice 5 point STAR on the bottom. It appears to be a variant of 1903-2 MASON'S PATENT NOV. 30 th 1858 , but this jar is embossed MASON'S PATENT NOV 30 TH 1858 , the difference being mine has ' no dot ' after NOV and the TH is underlined and capitalized. If the ' panel ' can find it in RB 11 please let us all know.It also has a very nice lid, it is embossed GENUINE BOYD'S CAP FOR MASON JARS. It seems to be the ' Sun Moon Star' series. The lid was in a corroded condition when I got it but thanks to MNJARS for suggesting soaking it in a half and half mixture of vinegar and water the results are great. The letters UINE in the word GENUINE are unfortunately worn off. Due to the heavy corrosion I cannot see the Moon and Star inside the Sun. I wonder if this midget lid does have the Moon and Star in the middle? I believe the quart size does. Is this lid mentioned in the RB ? The porcelain liner is not embossed. There is a tiny rip on the bottom of the lid, probably due to over tightening but it is on the back of the jar so it is not visible on the shelf. I am sure this is the original lid for this jar. [attachment=IMG_3302.JPG] [attachment=IMG_3320.JPG] [attachment=IMG_0347.JPG]