Petite Antique French Leyden Jar

(c. 1890-1900) - Heavy Gold Foil Interior - 6"

Item Specifics:

* Type: Leyden Jar / Electrostatic Capacitor

* Origin: France

* Date: c. 1890–1900

* Dimensions: Approx. 6" Tall x 2" Diameter

* Weight: Approx. 4 oz

* Materials: Glass, Brass, Gold Foil, Lead/Tin Foil, Sealing Wax

Description:

For your consideration is a charming, petite Leyden jar, originally part of a larger French electrostatic experimentation kit produced between 1890 and 1900.

This is a classic example of an early capacitor, designed to store a high-voltage static electric charge. The jar features a substantial amount of heavy gold foil in the interior, which remains in excellent, bright condition—a quality often lost in jars of this age.

Condition & Restoration Notes:

The instrument has undergone sympathetic conservation to ensure it displays beautifully.

* Interior: The original interior heavy gold foil is intact and in excellent condition.

* Exterior: The exterior Tin (Sn) foil is a replacement, applied to match the original function and aesthetic. Attached with period correct hide glue.

* Seal: The red sealing wax at the neck has been carefully refreshed to secure the brass electrode rod.

Measuring approximately 6 inches in height (including the brass ball terminal) and 2 inches in diameter with a weight of 4 oz, this "petite" jar is a wonderful shelf-sized example of Victorian physics apparatus. It would make a fine addition to any collection of early electrical technology or scientific demonstration instruments.

Please see the photos for the best details of the condition and the quality of the gold foil.