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Salt and Pepper Shakers Unique - Judaica Gift

Salt and Pepper shakers Medium size

ASHLAG

Hebrew ‘אָשְׁלָג’ Pottasium, the main mineral harvested from the Dead Sea.

Major fertelizer for crops.

Salt was a dear substance throughout history.

Salt shakers were especially designed by famous artizans for the nobilities.

This SET will bring elegance, purity and blessing to your dinning table!

$145

$145

This SET are made of 100% PURE SALT from the Holy Land combined with natural earth pigments in a special design. 
The bottom part is made of anodized aluminum with a fine satin finish.
The rubber plug hole sealer is certified for food and pharmaceutical usage.

You can choose from 3 colors:
Golden (bottom metal part-gold)
Brown(bottom metal part-silver)
Copper-turqoise (bottom metal part-silver)

The shakers are uniquely hand-made and therefore can differ slightly from each other.

Each shaker:
Height: 3.4″ (85mm)
Diameter: 2″ (50mm)
Plug size: 1″ (25mm)
A pair of salt and pepper shakers, MEDIUM SIZE.

Shipping fees according to parcel value

USA ,CANDA, EU

parcel valueStandard (ECO IS POST)FedEx EconomyFedEx Priority
Delivery times14-21 Business days7-15 Business days3-5 Business days
UP to 70$12$25$35$
71-150$20$30$40$
151-350$30$40$50$
Above 350$free50$60$

DOMESTIC (ISRAEL)

parcel valueIS Post registeredExpress (Door to Door)
Delivery Times3 Business Days
UP to 70$7$20$
71-150$7$20$
151-350$free20$
Above 350$free20$

Rest of the World

parcel valueIS Post ECOFedEX Priority
Delivery Times14-21 Business Days3-5 Business Days
UP to 70$15$35$
71-150$30$40$
151-350$40$60$
Above 350$Free70$

Simply wipe the shakers with a damp cloth.
Do not put under running water/dishwasher or in environment above 75% humidity.
For further information please read FAQ.

Unique Salt and Pepper Shakers

The set of shakers is uniquely handmade from 100% salt and therefore can differ slightly from each other.

Why do people put rice in salt and pepper shakers?

Salt is an hygroscopic substance and it absorbs water from the air. ( the process we use is innovative since it reduces that characteristic tremendously). When you put grains like rice or small beans, they tend to absorb the moisture more quickly, leaving the salt drier so that it flows smoothly.

What is the oldest saltshaker?

Saltshakers are relatively a modern designed objects like … cars. The first ones were designed only in the midst of 19th century. Before that period , salt cellars were in use.

Why salt is called salt?

The word salt derives from the Latin word SAL. Salt was the money in ancient times and a sack of salt- Salarium,  was the payment given to the Roman soldiers. The word salary therefore derives from that root.

Salt and Pepper Set – From When Did They Become a Set?

The pairing of salt and pepper as a set is a relatively modern concept, emerging prominently in the 18th and 19th centuries. Historically, salt and pepper were not considered natural companions. Salt was essential for preserving food and seasoning, while pepper, a rare and expensive spice, was often stored separately. It wasn’t until global trade expanded, and pepper became more accessible, that the two began to be seen together on the dining table.

The rise of the salt and pepper set can be traced back to the increasing popularity of pepper in European cuisine. By the 19th century, the combination of salt and pepper had become a culinary staple, particularly in French cuisine, which heavily influenced dining practices worldwide. The pairing is attributed to Frenchman, Francois Pierre La Varenne, France’s first celebrity chef and a royal chef to Louis XIV, who encouraged folks to combine the seasonings. The demand for a convenient way to dispense both seasonings led to the creation of matching sets, often crafted from the same materials and designed to complement each other aesthetically to make elegant saltshakers.

These sets became a symbol of modern dining etiquette, reflecting a shift towards uniformity and order in the presentation of food. The salt and pepper set quickly became a must-have item in households, with designs ranging from the simple and functional to the ornate and decorative. Today, the salt and pepper set is a ubiquitous feature on dining tables around the world, a testament to the enduring legacy of this simple yet essential pairing.

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