Market Insights Antique Majolica: These figural tobacco jars (or humidors) were often hand-painted and crafted in Austria or Italy during the late 19th or early 20th century. Condition Matters: The value is heavily influenced by any chips, cracks, or “flea bites, ” especially on sensitive areas like the ears or the rim of the lid. Please see pictures there is three small cracks on the lid that you can’t really see unless examining.