How used? 10 talking about this. plus expert appraisal, valuation, FREE sale advice and brokerage services, a FREE price/value guide, FREE sale prices, values, wish list and more. Has a USA Marking I believe thats the name of the pottery company! Other questions:"Is Mar-crest dishwasher and microwave-safe"? Hi, Teresa. Share pictures of your. Martha in MI, "Hi, I just want to thank you for your informative site to stoneware that I stumbled across while doing a web search. Something weird about sitting down to a hot meal and then all of a sudden seeing the plate snap in two just sitting there before you put the fork in! Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. The Mar-crest grease pot with lid and dinner plates can currently still be found every now and again. Up for auction is a Vintage Marcrest Oven Proof Stoneware Covered Bowl Excellent Shape ~ No Chips or Cracks!! Scroll down the Index page. Teresa". Mar-crest current values as of 2009. Good luck! Maybe you will start a Mar-crest collection? Why not go to the source/you to find it. I would love to collect some peices. To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. In the reading I've done the past several years, dish night at the movies was when a piece of china was given away to movie-goers to boost attendance during the war. Why not go to the source/you to find it. Th I've heard that older, 50's and 60' stoneware pieces are "probably" lead-free, although, you shouldn't use pieces that don't have a shiny glaze and/or have cracks. Anyone can pay PayPal by just having the sellersemail address. Probably the fastest way is to quickly scan the Pictures page. Julie, thank you for visiting! Rare Mar-crest daisy and dot Well 'n Tree style meat platter. The experience and feedback of the seller can affect the final price an auction goes for. Check out my other items ! You can check on the advanced search of ebay for completed auctions, checking titles and descriptions. Please contact me BEFORE leaving feedback. Hi, Teresa. Would someone purposely misidentify a piece of pottery and call it rare and hard to find, attempting to fool a new collector? Still no luck? Mar-crest Colorado Brown Oven-Proof Stoneware was available at Safeway, A & P, IGA, Loblaws, Jewel Food Stores and Kroger grocery stores half a century ago (and possibly through Top Value Stamps, as well). I'll study more about this and will give a more in depth answer as soon as I learn more. Lee Van Ching Collection Of Oriental Porcelain, Snuff Bottles, Celadon, Beautiful Chinese Snuff-bottles, Belonging To Miss E. Constance Woodward, Ceramic Coin Banks Identification & Value Guide, Illustrated Catalogue Of Important Hispano-Moresque Plaques, The Bethnal Green Branch Of The Victoria And Albert Museum, South Kensin, Chinese Porcelains, Carved Jades & Objects Of Art, Rare Antiques In Crys. Ownership changes continued through the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Also, that House 'n Garden casual serving ware and Heritageware molds were used. In the meantime, please visit this site often, as information continues to find its way here. California Dept. As for display only pieces, my answer would be no. But search only goes back as far as about 30 days. When shipping packages through the Post Office, all of our packages are shipped with DELIVERY CONFIRMATION, and insurance. Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. Are these two companies one in the same? $20.00. Several online sellers are identifying their assorted brown glazed stoneware pieces as being Mar-crest. 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. Personally, I don't put mine in a microwave, and I hand wash all my favorite dishes, glasses and cooking pans anyway, rather than put them in the dishwasher (or microwave) where their finish could get damaged. I was thrilled to find that my lids and bowls are correctly matched up though. Marcrest Oven-Proof Stoneware Bowl Brown Daisy Dot pattern Made in USA Size: 9 1/2 inches wide by 4 inches high. For personal use? Collectors refer to the pattern as Daisy and Dot, the glaze finish (color) as Warm Colorado Brown and the style (motif) as Pennsylvania Dutch. Delivery: I ship several times a week, including Saturdays, depending on the amount of parcels to be shipped. Glassware is most difficult to identify, as most of it is unmarked and so much of it has been reproduced. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------. It's just like the ones shown on the personal collections link of your site. Easy to clean, No breaks, chips or cracks! No, they did not. It went very smoothly. So please contact us with any problems or questions!If you have any questions, please email! N4W 3G6. If for personal use or display, keep them both! We've even seen sellers call the 10 ounce individual casserole/soup dishes with a handle, a gravy dish. In this case, we suggest wrapping up the pottery with as much bubble wrap as possible (at least three layers), and using packing tape to keep the bubble wrap tightly in place. Terms & Conditions Payment: I accept Paypal and money orders or certified checks as payment. A favorite! A reference found in the Official Price Guide to Pottery and Porcelain by Harvey Duke was on page 334, saying his information comes from Brenda Roberts. Network with other collectors. Negative auction terms and inflated shipping and handling charges can turn prospective bidders away, too. DO NOT PLACE it over an open flame or electric range burner without placing an asbestos pad under it. Need a lid only for your sugar bowl? The rest are from my collection. I am trying to collect some info (not an appraisal) on a carafe I found at auction recently. How nice of your mother for the gifts! Pay close attention to the lid, making sure it's the correct one. Now, that's a tough question. But search only goes back as far as about 30 days. I posted pictures of each item and gave detailed descriptions and a clear return policy. This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. The condition of the items were somewhat vague, some items were paired with the wrong lid or were mismatched in other ways. Would you want to do business with a seller that ignores these rules (that are in place for a reason - to protect the buyer)? Learn to know the difference. While Mar-crest is ovenproof to 500*, it must NOT be used on the stovetop. I charge actual shipping based on the buyer's zip code. Were they display only pieces? 31.85, 39.81 Almost everyone I know that uses some of their Mar-crest for everyday does put them in both the dishwasher and the microwave. Most of the items I offer for sale are purchased at estate sales or auctions and are used . Still no luck? Only difference is: it bears the name "Har-Crest" vs. Mar-Crest. The auction didn't sell the first time it was listed. Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. or Best Offer +$36.83 shipping. Now, that's a tough question. If you can't think of a new use for the cracked piece, consider donating it to the Salvation Army or the Goodwill, or use it to hold odds and ends in the garage or shed rather than putting it in the trash. Colonial was . Shipping & Handling: I ship packages within the United States via Priority Mail. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. Thank you for your information." The most recent eBay auction for a large Mar-crest collection sold for $550, excluding shipping. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Additional photos are always available upon request. Answer:Shawna, you're in luck. Can Inarrow it down to 6? Marcrest USA Ovenproof Stoneware slanted pitcher Vintage, Vintage Marcrest Oven Proof Stoneware Pitcher 6" Daisy Button, Vintage Brown Drip Marcrest Stoneware Pitcher 8" Daisy & Dot Oven Proof Stamped, MARCREST Brown Glazed Daisy Dot Ceramic Stoneware Pitcher, Vintage Marcrest Stoneware Daisy & Dot Carafe Decanter Pitcher Jug Brown Glaze, Vintage Marcrest Stoneware Daisy Dot Water Pitcher 8" Oven Proof Made In USA, Marcrest Ovenproof Stoneware Large Pitcher. Ceramics of Public Health Lead Info - PDF, http://www.ebay.com/sch/Spare-Tops-Bottoms-/4048/i.html?_trksid=m194&ssPageName=STRK:MEFSRCHX:SRCH, A cookie jar without a lid makes a fine centerpiece when filled with seasonal silk flowers. Search past online auctions and see how much various lots of Mar-crest have gone for. "I recently inherited four Marcrest Oven Proof Stoneware Plates from my grandmother. ALERT: Pictures on this website have been copied (without permission), and are showing up on several online auctions daily. In the meantime, please visit this site often, as information continues to find its way here. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. I am always willing to work with buyers to resolve issues amicably. Scroll down the Index page. They're beautiful, btw! The 5 piece bluesnack set, 5 piecesnack setin brown, rounded handle oval batter pitcher, soup tureen with pink interior, Well 'n Tree style meat platterand the round griddle with a handle. I would love to collect some peices. How can I find a lid for it? :-). Two fairly new books are wayyyyy off. That's why it's important for collectors and buyers to become familiar with what Mar-crest looks like. It happened to a police officer friend that came to my home to finish up an accident report that I was involved in nearby. I'll need to do some serious thinking about this, as it does sound like awonderful idea. DO NOT PLACE it over an open flame or electric range burner without placing an asbestos pad under it. Mine doesn't have a lid for it. Refunds & Returns: If an item is not described or misrepresented, I will refund the purchase price ONLY . Of the ones I've seen, very few seemed up to date. Mar-crest.com is an informational web site devoted to Mar-crest Old Fashioned Stoneware that was produced from the 50's to the early 60's. Collectors refer to the pattern as Daisy and Dot, the glaze finish (color) as Warm Colorado Brown and the style (motif) as Pennsylvania Dutch. How used? Frequent microwave use may damage not only the glaze, but the integrety of, say, a handle, in time. Free returns ionesAttic. All rights reserved. Or for sale? Some history: In 1906, 7 potteries merged together to form the Western Stoneware Company in Monmouth, Illinois. 11.81, 23.62 Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. Seller: bcinternetconsignment (2,110) 100% View seller's store: B & C Internet Consignment. I know it for the love of the pottery that you do it and really shows. Sad to say, but it does happen (and not just with Mar-crest). Original boxes claim that Mar-crest is safe to use in the freezer and also in the oven with temperatures up to 500 degrees. This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. I am looking for a list of a complete set. Many potteries in the 50's and 60's made pieces that looked similar to Mar-crest. Excellent used condition, no cracks, chips, or scratches. Martha." The section is titled Western Stoneware Company and there are 3 interesting paragraphs. Copyright 2005-2020 Rita Pence. Question:Kim in Bella Vista, AR asks:"I have an entire set of Mar-Crest dishes including serving pieces. Send me exclusive offers, unique gift ideas, and personalized tips for shopping and selling on Etsy. We ship USPO to foreign countriesemail for an estimates.We don't consider the transaction complete until we know you are happy. Original Price 100.36 Unfortunately, there is no book specifically about Mar-crest. Question:Sandra in Big Spring, TX asks:"This (Mar-crest) was my grandmother's everyday dishes. Building on the original design principles that Bale Baron owners appreciate, the new 5250 models feature many impressive upgrades designed to improve productivity and serviceability. Articles, Know Your Art Nouveau: The Backstory on this Fantastic Find, Friendly Fungi: Sears Merry Mushroom Collection. Why aren't these sellers using their own pictures? Can Inarrow it down to 6? I'll study more about this and will give a more in depth answer as soon as I learn more. Something weird about sitting down to a hot meal and then all of a sudden seeing the plate snap in two just sitting there before you put the fork in! Chinese Art, Porcelains, Pottery, Enamels, Wood Carvings, Screens, Etc. Notifyfellow collectorswhen you come across items they collect. Caution must be used when using Mar-crest to heat foods and beverages in the microwave. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. The most recent eBay auction for a large Mar-crest collection sold for $550, excluding shipping. I drink out of a Mar-crest stein every single day, and have for a few years. Ceramics It sliced his thumb and he almost neededstitches. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. Click below to begin your paid subscription. Sometimes, online sellers will call thelow creamer with a handle and a spout a gravy boat (the creamer that goes with the covered sugar bowl). They're beautiful, btw! Some rare pieces can easily bring well over $100 each. If you have any doubts about the correct lid (or stand) for a Mar-crest piece, visit the Pictures page on this site and compare. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. Question:June in San Marcos, TX asks:"Is the 4"tall dutch oven w/lid, stove top safe"? Learn more. Many of these pieces are actually Pfaltzgraff, Hull, Hall, McCoy, Kathy Kale, California Pottery, etc., all of which have many Mar-crest similar pieces. Click below to begin your paid subscription. Although your stoneware is ovenproof it is not flameproof. The smaller one is in great condition. However, the entire book is a wealth of information. I now have about 32 pieces added to my collection and I enjoy the hunt for them. I believe in finding new uses for many items I might otherwise throw in the trash. Important ~ Please Note ~ I am not an antiques dealer or collector. The Collector's Encyclopedia of Hull Pottery by Brenda Roberts pages 18 and 19 show 2 of the Mar-crest trademarks. I will inform the winning bidder whenever this is necessary and let them know the final shipping costs. of Public Health Lead Info - PDF--------------------------------------------------------------------------------. You can check on the advanced search of ebay for completed auctions, checking titles and descriptions. If you ever get stumped, feel free to send me a clear picture of the piece fairly close-up, including a picture of the bottom, and please list its measurements. Seemed like everywhere I looked online, a particular piece might be called a number of different things. They were: Weir Pottery, Monmouth Pottery, Macomb Stoneware Co., Macomb Pottery Co., D Culbertson Stoneware Co., Clinton Stoneware Co. and the Fort Dodge Stoneware Company. Hope this answers your question. Easy to clean, No breaks, chips or cracks! Are these two companies one in the same? When the site first opened, I did sell a few pieces myself. Brian in Indianapolis, IN, "Mostly I wanted to praise your work here. My collection started with a cookie jar I found just like the one my mother had. When the site first opened, I did sell a few pieces myself. The condition of the items were somewhat vague, some items were paired with the wrong lid or were mismatched in other ways. (50% off), Sale Price 31.85 The auction didn't sell the first time it was listed. I just started my collection and I did so with the Grease Jar and Cover that my mother had. The chapter is entitled Western Stoneware. Oh, I almost forgot about the square snack plate. (20% off), Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! This collection was said to have consisted of 220 pieces. It is like the 5th jar you have listed. There are no chips or cracks- a few glaze pits. Wide foam drip daisy and dot cookie jar, Part of my Mar-crest daisy and dot collection. Photo courtesy eBay seller 2001jmm. Seemed like everywhere I looked online, a particular piece might be called a number of different things. Thanks again. Most, I believe,is unintentional, due tothe lack of information or simply findingerronenous information.That's why I avidly seek close-up pictures of Mar-crest pieces and their original boxes. HINT: Watch for auctions or second hand stores where the sugar bowl (or grease pot) has, say, a broken handle, but a perfectly good lid! Ceramics Click below to begin your paid subscription. I just liked it because my Grandma used to have ones just like them. Did you know that there are some people that collect broken pottery/ceramic pieces and make "mosaic" table tops? Sometimes, online sellers will call thelow creamer with a handle and a spout a gravy boat (the creamer that goes with the covered sugar bowl). If they're available online, make sure the sellers feedback is good. Just make sure the condition is what you're looking for. Atlanta, Georgia 30328 | 877.481.5750, Up for auction is a Vintage Marcrest Oven Proof Stoneware Covered Bowl Excellent Shape ~ No Chips or Cracks!! Ms. Moore, thank you for your great suggestion! Although I research each item as thoroughly as possible, I am not an expert. Marcrest Cookie Jar 1950's Vintage Tablescape Cabin Decor Daisy and Dot BrickHeartTreasures (24) $40.00 Vintage Mar-Crest Daisy and Dot Pattern Coffee Mugs Warm Colorado Brown by Western Stoneware, 50s-60s storefrontlouisa (174) $22.95 Vintage Marcrest Daisy Dot-Brown Stoneware Creamer FigurinesByPenni (5) $13.50 Marcrest Daisy-Dot Bowl Julie, thank you for visiting! How used? The time of day and day of week the auction begins and ends on can be important. I also need the lid for the 6 x 2 and 3/4 inch sugar bowl. Your carafe is Mar-crest (Marcrest). "Answer:Thanks, Brett,for your kind words. (Using others online pictures without permission is not allowed for many reasons.) 25.50, 28.34 I always let dishes air dry in the dishwasher, too, rather than using the drying cycle. Turning off the personalized advertising setting wont stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. How used? This collection was said to have consisted of 220 pieces. I use a beautiful Mar-crest frosted rim cookie jar with no lid for a utensil holder on the counter top next to my stove. Question: Shawna in Searcy, Arkansas asks: "I am new to Mar-Crest, and after viewing your site, I discovered that I need the grease-pot with lid that came with the salt and pepper shakers. I hope that you've bookmarked this site and will visit often. Many things must be known about what you have. Mar-crest pitchers with lids being called coffee pots? Do you know where I can find said list"?Answer:The frustration I felt when trying to identify Mar-crest pieces was one of the reasons for starting this web site. Most, I believe,is unintentional, due tothe lack of information or simply findingerronenous information.That's why I avidly seek close-up pictures of Mar-crest pieces and their original boxes. Why? The pieces they made for Marshall Burns were marked Mar-Crest. "Answer:Thanks, Brett,for your kind words. Hull is said to have produced the pastel colored pieces: ball pitchers, teapots, tumblers, plain cups and oblong ashtrays marked Marcrest. Oftentimes, the seller is not the original owner, and may think it's a perfect match if the lid seems to fit, and it's similar in color. I believe in finding new uses for many items I might otherwise throw in the trash. If for selling (assuming they are the regular warm Colorado brown color), I'd skip selling the badly cracked bowl. Of the ones I've seen, very few seemed up to date. Incised on the bottom of the large square Mar-crest handled skillet, are the words: "DO NOT Place On Open Flame Nor On Electric Stove Burners"! The "M" looks like an "H" on many of the pieces, including the carafes. Page 144 pictures a Hull Marcrest dark green glazed 8.5" x 4.5" ashtray. Fragile items may need to be sent in separate packages to ensure safe arrival. There is no price list for every piece of Mar-crest (yet). Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. 84.60, 99.53 A picture of a Mar-crest cookie jar and a rare square snack plate can be found in this section, also. Maybe you can find another use for the bowl and turn the bad side toward the wall? In order to give you the best experience, we use cookies and similar technologies for performance, analytics, personalization, advertising, and to help our site function. Original Price 23.62 I've had a cup handle snap off while drinking hot coffee from a pottery cup before. I am looking for a list of a complete set. Hi, Michel. View Etsys Privacy Policy. Maybe they aren't very familiar with Mar-crest? I didn't realized their was so much history behind these plates". The Complete Cookie Jar Book by Mike Schneider (Revised 4th edition) speaks of Mar-crest on page 174. Don't fall for these common excuses. It seems to me that Mar-crest sells better in late fall and in the winter (just before Christmas). Learn more. The hot coffeeburned a large blister on his leg, plus he had to return home to change his uniform pants, lol. Probably the fastest way is to quickly scan the Pictures page. Chipped On Spout, MARCREST PITCHER Vintage LARGE 8" STONEWARE Brown Daisy Dot Pattern Ovenproof, Mar-crest Daisy Dot Stoneware Pitcher Coffee Carafe Marcrest, Marcrest Daisy Dot Stoneware Brown Pitcher Glazed Vintage Rare Unusual Shape, Vntg Marcrest Stoneware 6" Pitcher Daisy Brown Oven Proof Pottery Stoneware USA, Marcrest 8" Ball Pitcher Oven Proof Quality Swiss Chalet Yellow Stoneware, Vtg Marcrest Stoneware Pottery Brown 6" Tall Daisy Dot Pitcher Farmhouse Rustic, Vintage Marcrest Stoneware Brown Daisy Dot Water Pitcher 6 Oven Proof USA, Mar-crest Marcrest Stoneware Large 10" Wine Carafe Water Pitcher Brown Daisy Dot, Marcrest Daisy & Dot Large Pitcher 64 oz Brown Stoneware Pottery 8" Tall, Vtg Brown Drip Marcrest Daisy & Dot Oven-Proof Stoneware Pitcher 8", Vintage MARCREST DAISY & DOT LARGE PITCHER 64 oz Brown Stoneware Pottery 8" Tall, Marcrest Stoneware Brown Pitcher Daisy Dot Floral Scalloped 64oz Vintage, Vtg Marcrest Oven-proof Stoneware 4 & 6" Tall Daisy Dot Design Brown Pitchers, VINTAGE MARCREST STONEWARE LARGE DAISY DOT WINE DECANTER CARAFE PITCHER 10", Vintage Marcrest Oven-Proof Stoneware Pitcher Brown Daisy Dot Pattern 6" Tall, Marcrest Oven Proof Stoneware Pottery Pitcher Brown Star & Dot Pattern, Vintage Mar-crest Stoneware 36 oz Brown Drip Dasiy and Dot Pattern Pitcher, Vintage Marcrest Stonewar Oven Proof Large 8" Brown Daisy Dot Pattern Pitcher. 9-1/2 Diameter; 4 Deep (without lid) Made in USA Bowl & Lid adorned with flowers ~ botto Janice in OR, "I looked at your web site and am impressed. A thorough and detailed description of every piece is needed (chips, cracks, flea bites, repairs, stains, missing lids, etc.). Mar-crest beer steins with dome shaped lids? Thanks again. And that lead is not the only potentially dangerous element that can possibly found in pottery glazes? They closed their doors in 2006 after 100 years of operation, but quickly re-opened, thanks to 3 original employees. Sometimes, this rewording has gotten pretty far away from the facts. And the "E" looks like it could be an "I". I do my best to describe each item, provide photos, and point out any flaws that I notice. If you ever get stumped, feel free to send me a clear picture of the piece fairly close-up, including a picture of the bottom, and please list its measurements. Shipping!- It will be shipped thru the Post Office, UPS ground or FedEx, depending on shipping location.Payment within 3 days on end of auction/sale is required;Serious Buyers only please.Like us on Facebook: Remember When, Delavan WI!/RememberWhenLLC?ABOUT SHIPPING:We ship UPS or USPO. (We prefer UPS) We charge what it costs to ship the item to the nearest dollar. One can never have enough turquoise! Please be sure to purchase insurance if you are concerned about fragile items. Monmouth - Western Stoneware by Jim Martin and Bette Cooper 1983 speaks of Mar-crest on page 53. Sorry, I know very little about Melmac. A thorough and detailed description of every piece is needed (chips, cracks, flea bites, repairs, stains, missing lids, etc.). Many of these pictures were donated by fellow collectors. Pieces impressed with the Mar-crest trademark, she states, were premium items produced by Hull in the late 50's. Try one of the other pages such as Pastels and Colors or the Miscellaneous page. !On Mar-crest.com, there are a few different ways to identify your items in question. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. I do not accept responsibility for insured items lost or damaged in transit. Although your stoneware is ovenproof it is not flameproof. Do you know where I can find said list"?Answer:The frustration I felt when trying to identify Mar-crest pieces was one of the reasons for starting this web site. Copyright 2023 Marcrest Manufacturing Inc. Large Old 1950s Napco Figurie Windswept Girl Ex Con. Other questions:"Is Mar-crest dishwasher and microwave-safe"? Question:Kim in Bella Vista, AR asks:"I have an entire set of Mar-Crest dishes including serving pieces. Need a lid only for your sugar bowl? Vintage Marcrest 6 Daisy Dot Pitcher with PASTEL GREEN INTERIOR. Answer:Shawna, you're in luck. Heheheh ;c)". I haven't spoke with anyone that recalls this firsthand. According to some, Louise Bauer (designer of the famous Hull Little Red Riding Hood line) designed the daisy and dot pattern. There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. Very informative and visual! A list is necessary with how many pieces you have of everything (8 dinner plates, 8 1-finger cups, 10 berry bowls, etc.).
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