Thursday, December 14, 2006
Leech Jars: My New Fascination
According to this article, entitled "A Leech Jar's Not Just for Christmas," leech jars made a comeback some time in 2002. Leeches- as well as maggots- are still being used for medicinal purposes, this time being sactioned by the FDA. At one time leeches were used to "cure" almost every sickness- It rarely worked. George Washington was given the leech treatment so many times that he could no longer fight pneumonia and died.
Above is a leech jar being sold on eBay by this seller. It brought $154.65 at auction.Labels: antiques, bizarre, glassware, leech jars
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