Owens Illinois Hazel Atlas Clear Textured waffle grid clear Glass canning Jar

vintage square glass canning jar with a grid quilted pattern likely dating from the 1930s-1940s. It's identified as an Owens-Illinois Hazel Atlas canning or canister jar, also referred to as a "waffle grid" or "checkered" pattern jar. Key features include: Design: Square shape with an embossed grid pattern and a smooth area for labeling. Material: Clear glass. Possible Use: Originally designed for canning, it could also function as a coffee canister or general storage jar. Capacity: Typically holds about 1 quart (approx. 7 inches tall x 3.5 inches diameter). Manufacturer: made by Owens-Illinois Hazel Atlas, with a maker's mark present on the bottom.