Vintage Blendo West Virginia Glass Apothecary Jar Robin Egg Blue Gold Wheat w/ Lid
This vintage Blendo apothecary jar with lid is a charming example of mid-century American glassware. Produced during the 1950s by the West Virginia Glass Specialty Company of Weston, WV, the Blendo line became known for its frosted pastel finishes and cheerful decorative motifs.
This piece features a soft robin egg blue body accented with a painted gold wheat design, topped with a domed lid finished in a coordinating gold detail. Its rounded silhouette and frosted texture capture the playful yet refined style of the Mid-Century Modern era. Originally marketed for kitchen and household storage, jars like this were often used as candy containers or decorative counter pieces.
Collectors prize Blendo glassware for its iconic color palette, versatile designs, and cultural connection to postwar optimism. Today, this jar serves as both a collectible and a decorative accent, perfect for retro-inspired interiors or vintage kitchen displays.
Product Details:
Brand: Blendo
Manufacturer: West Virginia Glass Specialty Company
Material: Frosted glass with painted gold detailing
Collection / Pattern: Blendo Wheat Sheaf
Color: Robin Egg Blue with gold accents
Estimated Era / Date: 1950s–1960s
Origin: Weston, West Virginia, USA
Style / Design Notes: Mid-Century Modern frosted pastel glass, apothecary jar with lid, gold wheat design
Features:
Frosted robin egg blue glass with decorative wheat motif
Domed lid with gold-accented finial
Classic Blendo line produced by West Virginia Glass
Mid-Century Modern collectible and display piece
Functional size for candy, storage, or decor
Dimensions:
Height: 7.5 in (with lid)
Width: 4 in
Opening Diameter: approx. 3.25 in
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips or cracks. Some light surface wear and minor fading to gold details consistent with age. Overall well-preserved. Hand wash only.
