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Salt and pepper shakers

Before the introduction of salt and pepper shakers, those in the Victorian age placed their salt in cellars. Salt came in rock form then and had to be chipped off in order to be used with one’s food. Early salt shakers existed as salt mills. A piece inside the original shaker broke pieces of the salt off in order to be used. This feature is sometimes found in more modern salt and pepper shakers as well.

However, as salt production improved, there was no longer a need for the arm to break the salt. This is when salt and pepper shakers began to take a more modern form. The market for salt and pepper shakers really took off in the ‘40s with the birth of other modern ceramics such as collectible cookie jars.

At this time, it was easier to make salt and pepper shakers into different designs and shapes. This added feature is what makes these items such collectors’ items in present times. The ability to produce things more affordably helped to expand the market for salt and pepper shakers.

Cookiejarsetc.com offers a wide range of various salt and pepper shakers to fit your every need. Whether you’re a collector or not, the large selection of high quality, low-priced salt and pepper shakers are sure to satisfy your every shopping need. With customers first in mind, we hope your satisfaction leads to your continued business with our company.