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Rare 19th-Century French Blue Glass Sangsue Medical Leech Jar - 17"

SKU: 20506
Sale priceUS$1,984

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This extremely rare French sangsue jar dates from the nineteenth-century. The large scale and stunning cobalt blue glass make this a very notable find. Originally sangsue (leech) jars were used by doctors and pharmacists for holding medical leeches. These jars look wonderful when displayed in a collection or filled with precious finds such as seashells or candy.

Approx. overall 17" high x 5½" diameter at top 8¾" diameter at base
Approx. overall 43cm high x 14cm diameter at top 22cm diameter at base

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Rare 19th-Century French Blue Glass Sangsue Medical Leech Jar - 17"
Rare 19th-Century French Blue Glass Sangsue Medical Leech Jar - 17" Sale priceUS$1,984