Beautiful VINTAGE Signed "JOE ST CLAIR" Paperweight! And that lead is not the only potentially dangerous element that can possibly found in pottery glazes? 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. As for display only pieces, my answer would be no. Contact Information: If you have any questions or concerns regarding any listing, please email me BEFORE bidding whenever possible. Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. I believe in finding new uses for many items I might otherwise throw in the trash. Cookies and similar technologies are used to improve your experience, to do things like: Without these technologies, things like personalized recommendations, your account preferences, or localisation may not work correctly. American Heritage, Nordic Mint and Swiss Alpine pieces listed as well. You can change your preferences any time in your Privacy Settings. Operations ceased in 1985. . 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"! Would they be trustworthy? Network with other collectors. Why not go to the source/you to find it. There are only a handful of books about vintage pottery, cookie jars, etc, but each book usually only gives a price for 1 or 2 Mar-crest pieces. DO NOT PLACE it over an open flame or electric range burner without placing an asbestos pad under it. After reading your information, I now know it is a daisy dot lidded french handled casserole dish! (Caution must be usedif Mar-crest is being used to heat foods and beverages in the microwave. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------. You can check on the advanced search of ebay for completed auctions, checking titles and descriptions. Know the various sizes and measurements. Please be sure to read my descriptions & terms carefully BEFORE bidding ~ Once the auction ends, the item is yours. Question:Brett in Altoona, Pennsylvania asks:"Rita, Thanks for this informative site! Although I research each item as thoroughly as I can, please remember that I am not an expert!!! Original Price 54.31 "I recently inherited four Marcrest Oven Proof Stoneware Plates from my grandmother. Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. Should I just dump the larger one? - FIND TODAY's SELECTED Marcrest offered FOR SALE, BEST OFFER and Auction. The Mar-crest grease pot with lid and dinner plates can currently still be found every now and again. (50% off), Sale Price 31.85 Original boxes claim that Mar-crest is safe to use in the freezer, and also in the oven with temperatures up to 500. Thank you. It seems to me that Mar-crest sells better in late fall and in the winter (just before Christmas). I always let dishes air dry in the dishwasher, too, rather than using the drying cycle. (Using others online pictures without permission is not allowed for many reasons.) Payment is due within 48 hours of auction ending. Please contact me BEFORE leaving feedback. Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. 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. I posted pictures of each item and gave detailed descriptions and a clear return policy. Up for auction is a Vintage Marcrest Oven Proof Stoneware Covered Bowl Excellent Shape ~ No Chips or Cracks!! Fenton Glass '06 QVC Iced Handpainted Sitting Dragon, Bohemian Dressler Vienna Secessionist Majolica Vase, Amber Diamond Tiara Sandwich Glass Dish Set Of 4, Signed LALIQUE Crystal Bird Figurine - Head Down, Princess House Dighton Rose Silverware / Flatware New, Royal Albert China Mini Creamer PETIT POINT 4 Oz LOVELY. We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. Stay tuned! 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. I decided to google it and found your site. A picture of a Mar-crest cookie jar and a rare square snack plate can be found in this section, also. You might consider having an appraiser come to your home and give you an estimate. Sad to say, but it does happen (and not just with Mar-crest). I hope that you've bookmarked this site and will visit often. No, they did not. Probably the fastest way is to quickly scan the Pictures page. Questions:Sandra of Garrettsville, Ohio asks: "To what degree is oven safe on Mar-Crest cooking dishes"? I believe in finding new uses for many items I might otherwise throw in the trash. Almost everyone I know that uses some of their Mar-crest for everyday does put them in both the dishwasher and the microwave. I have only seen one of them, but my mother just won't give it up. Excellent used condition, no cracks, chips, or scratches. 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. Click below to begin your paid subscription. I have only seen one of them, but my mother just won't give it up. All items are sold " as is ". Vintage MAR-CREST Stoneware DAISY DOT Pitcher Dark Brown Glaze 8" Opens in a new window or tab. 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. Hi, Teresa. I just started my collection and I did so with the Grease Jar and Cover that my mother had. Like I said, there's still several around, but the condition of most of these 50 + year old pottery pieces might not be as good as what you're wanting to add to your condition. (15% off), Sale Price 25.50 The brown is nice and even- the lights spots are just reflections from the glaze. Did you know that there are some people that collect broken pottery/ceramic pieces and make "mosaic" table tops? Egg, butter and covered cheese dishes? I have quite a few repeat pieces. Need a lid only for your sugar bowl? What rare or hard to find items do you have? The time of year one is selling in can be a factor. Oh, I almost forgot about the square snack plate. Martha in TX, "I am really excited about your website. If you've ever searched "Mar-crest" on the internet, you've probably noticed something. The time of year one is selling in can be a factor. N4W 3G6. I drink out of a Mar-crest stein every single day, and have for a few years. There is no price list for every piece of Mar-crest (yet). Go to yard sales, estate sales, the DAV and the Salvation Army, second hand stores and antique malls. What does it say about sellers who choose to ignore the rules? No, they did not. There are no chips or cracks- a few glaze pits. How much is it worth"? All rights reserved.Yes, that does mean you. Mar-crest current values as of 2009. Although your stoneware is ovenproof it is not flameproof. Thanks". When shipping packages through UPS, package will be insured. Any history you could provide would be greatly appreciated!? Icanjust seethat plate snapping in half! Holds about 2 1/2 quarts Circa 1950's Can be used as a mixing bowl or as an oven to table casserole. 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. Many potteries in the 50's and 60's made pieces that looked similar to Mar-crest. Question:Kim in Bella Vista, AR asks:"I have an entire set of Mar-Crest dishes including serving pieces. If for personal use or display, keep them both! I hope that you've bookmarked this site and will visit often. "Below is a link to what the Mesotheliomaand Asbestos Awareness Centersays about those old asbestos pads in an internet article written in 2008: http://www.maacenter.org/asbestos/products/asbestospads.php. 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. PS, Love your site. I hand wash all my favorite dishes, glasses and cooking pans anyway, rather than put them in the dishwasher where they might get etched. !On Mar-crest.com, there are a few different ways to identify your items in question. Page 21 talks about Heritageware molds and their being premiums for grocery sales. If you have any questions or need clarification of anything, please feel free to contact me. 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. You may find recent Mar-crest values in the Garage Sale & Flea Market Annual Seventeenth Edition (March 2009, by Collector's Books). One cookie jar is shown and it is marked Mar-Crest Oven Proof Stoneware USA $45-$65. RARE! California Dept. http://www.ceh.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=435&Itemid=274, California Dept. of Public Health Lead Info - PDF, http://www.ebay.com/sch/Spare-Tops-Bottoms-/4048/i.html?_trksid=m194&ssPageName=STRK:MEFSRCHX:SRCH. Martha." (15% off), Sale Price 8.78 Important ~ Please Note ~ I am not an antiques dealer or collector. One can never have enough turquoise! Unfortunately, there is no book specifically about Mar-crest. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. Joe in GA, "I wanted to tell you this was sold in greater Harrisburg by J C Murphy's 5 & 10(I saw them in the Camp Hill Store) in the early 1960's -- I am old enough to remember them when they were new!!!" Frequent microwave use may damage not only the glaze, but the integrety of, say, a handle, in time. Send me exclusive offers, unique gift ideas, and personalized tips for shopping and selling on Etsy. I DO NOT accept personal checks. Yes! Photo courtesy eBay's martymorgan. Although your stoneware is ovenproof it is not flameproof. Big production just got better with Marcrest's newest Bale Baron models, the 5250T and 5250P. And the "E" looks like it could be an "I". It is like the 5th jar you have listed. 43.45, 54.31 Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. Shipping & Handling: I ship packages within the United States via Priority Mail. Page 53. This collection was said to have consisted of 220 pieces. Glazes from other countries, especially very colorful pieces, may be of utmost concern. While Mar-crest is ovenproof to 500*, it must NOT be used on the stovetop. Also, that House 'n Garden casual serving ware and Heritageware molds were used. Icanjust seethat plate snapping in half! 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. 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"! I'll need to do some serious thinking about this, as it does sound like awonderful idea. Click below to begin your paid subscription. Original Price 28.34 Marcrest collectors talking about our Daisy Dot & rare pieces. Probably the fastest way is to quickly scan the Pictures page. What rare or hard to find items do you have? Two fairly new books are wayyyyy off. Could this piece have been produced under the Hull-Marcrest eraoris it likly that my piece a reproduction of the Marcrest line of stoneware? Keep in mind that anyone can view public collectionsthey may also appear in recommendations and other places. Question:Others have asked:"Did Mar-crest ever make a stopper for the carafe jug, a lid for the jumbo pitcher (making it resemble a coffee pot), a garlic roaster, an escargot skillet, a salad/dessert plateor a covered butter dish"? Have you seen online auctions showing Mar-crest carafe coffee servers with round cork stoppers or copper lids? Search past online auctions and see how much various lots of Mar-crest have gone for. Question:June in San Marcos, TX asks:"Is the 4"tall dutch oven w/lid, stove top safe"? Pieces impressed with the Mar-crest trademark, she states, were premium items produced by Hull in the late 50's. We've even seen sellers call the 10 ounce individual casserole/soup dishes with a handle, a gravy dish. Secondly, you should line your box with cushioning on the . This was in the early 1960's." There are only a handful of books about vintage pottery, cookie jars, etc, but each book usually only gives a price for 1 or 2 Mar-crest pieces. Sorry, I know very little about Melmac. Did you know that there are some people that collect broken pottery/ceramic pieces and make "mosaic" table tops? I'll study more about this and will give a more in depth answer as soon as I learn more. 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! I do my best to describe each item, provide photos, and point out any flaws that I notice. It covers Western Stoneware's formation in 1906, contributions of Eva Zeisel and a brief summation of Mar-Crest Stoneware history. The Complete Cookie Jar Book by Mike Schneider (Revised 4th edition) speaks of Mar-crest on page 174. Please feel free to ask me Questions before bidding! The hot coffeeburned a large blister on his leg, plus he had to return home to change his uniform pants, lol. Would someone purposely misidentify a piece of pottery and call it rare and hard to find, attempting to fool a new collector? 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. If you're very concerned, you can purchase a lead test kit at a hardware store and follow the directions. 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. Glassware is most difficult to identify, as most of it is unmarked and so much of it has been reproduced. Rare scalloped lazy susan. Find out more in our Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. plus expert appraisal, valuation, FREE sale advice and brokerage services, a FREE price/value guide, FREE sale prices, values, wish list and more. Sometimes, a seller will refer to the midsized pitcher as a gravy pitcher. Ownership changes continued through the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Can you tell me where I can find them? Thanks". Hi, Michel. Thanks! Maybe you can trade pieces needed with your local and internet friends. Delivery: I ship several times a week, including Saturdays, depending on the amount of parcels to be shipped. ionesAttic. 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. 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). I do not accept responsibility for insured items lost or damaged in transit. 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. 8.78, 17.56 Buy from either a trusted seller you have done business with before, or one that has very good feedback. Articles, Know Your Art Nouveau: The Backstory on this Fantastic Find, Friendly Fungi: Sears Merry Mushroom Collection. 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! But search only goes back as far as about 30 days. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. Search eBay and Google frequently. Page 144 pictures a Hull Marcrest dark green glazed 8.5" x 4.5" ashtray. A favorite! The Marcrest premium line was made for Marshall Burns Company of Chicago. My husbands Uncle just passed away and he used to work at Monmouth Pottery years ago. Question:Michel in Montreal, Quebec Canada asks: "Hello Are you in anyway connected with Mar-Crest from Chicago who manufactured Melmac in 1954 (or so, that's what my cup says) :c) ? Additional photos are always available upon request. Copyright 2005-2020 Rita Pence. More info is found on page 138 (pictures on page 139). The smaller one is in great condition. Happy hunting! If there's an item you question being Mar-crest, send me a message. Thank you for your information." Thanks! The same store they use to grind her coffee at the register. Much of my collection is now in boxes in bedroom closets and under beds, and even in the garage. Hull is said to have produced the pastel colored pieces: ball pitchers, teapots, tumblers, plain cups and oblong ashtrays marked Marcrest. The author simply calls the pattern Brown with Flowers and Dots. Read our Cookie Policy. Maybe you can find another use for the bowl and turn the bad side toward the wall? Were they ever used? Good luck! Easy to clean, No breaks, chips or cracks! It simply says that Hull did the pastel pieces and the brown line was made by Western Stoneware for Marshall Burns. 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. Some rare pieces can easily bring well over $100 each. It was an honor to once again be the price guide contributing advisor for Mar-crest daisy and dot dinnerware. Although I research each item as thoroughly as possible, I am not an expert. Now, if you'll excuse me, I feel the need to hug a tree. And that lead is not the only potentially dangerous element that can possibly found in pottery glazes? Question:Nancy asks about a Mar-crest list, as does Russell in Anchorage, AK, who also had this to say:"Hi, I recently received a ton of the Daisy Dot from my mother, she spent YEARS collecting it with plans to give it to me.She told me that she was pretty sure she had a full set minus the lazy susan and then many other pieces. Wide foam drip daisy and dot cookie jar, Part of my Mar-crest daisy and dot collection. Were they ever used? Early Fenton Hand Painted Red Glass Center Bowl!!l@@k!! Eva Zeisel designed a collectibles line. Has a USA Marking I bel It went very smoothly. The experience and feedback of the seller can affect the final price an auction goes for. If they're available online, make sure the sellers feedback is good. How used? Buy, sell and value in over 150+ specialist categories. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. Did you realize that leaded crystal contains lead? Refunds & Returns: If an item is not described or misrepresented, I will refund the purchase price ONLY . REDESIGNED and REFINED. The auction didn't sell the first time it was listed. Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. If you have any info please advise. Operations ceased in through the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. They're beautiful, btw! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Question: Doug in Linwood, NC asks: "I recently found a Mar-Crest Cookie jar. Page 53. !On Mar-crest.com, there are a few different ways to identify your items in question. In the meantime, here's one link that I found to be informative: Copyright 2005-2020 Rita Pence. Articles, Know Your Art Nouveau: The Backstory on this Fantastic Find, Friendly Fungi: Sears Merry Mushroom Collection. Learn to know the difference. 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. Azzy in Mercedes, TX, "My wife and I have used a Mar-Crest banded brown glazed mixing bowl for 20 years. Depression glass and Fire-King have been named. 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. If for personal use or display, keep them both! I saw the site and Rita mentioned in Collectors News [Magazine, April 2008 edition]." Search not only for itemsto add toyour own collection, but also for your friends collections as well, while you're looking. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------. All rights reserved. 25.50, 28.34 :-). 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. Marcrest Stoneware Oven Proof Mixing or Serving Bowl Daisy Dot Brown SEMOVintage (43) $21.95 Marcrest Daisy Dot Open Carafe, Marcrest Ovenproof Stoneware USA, Warm Colorado Brown SuperiorFireLights (648) $25.00 Vintage Marcrest Stoneware Brown Pitcher Daisy Dot Floral Scalloped 64oz RetaillTherapist (324) $76.50 $85.00 (10% off) FREE shipping - Greaseless Nitrided Pins & Composite Bushings, - Gas Shock Mounted Access Panels and Shields, Marcrest Manufacturing Inc. 45415 Perth Line 86, Listowel, Ontario, Canada. Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. Also, that the Western Stoneware used many different marks. Besides the daisy dot pattern, the rare, pastel pieces are much sought after by serious collectors. Seemed like everywhere I looked online, a particular piece might be called a number of different things. "How about starting a catagory/listing for exchanging and selling mar-crest pottery on your web site. If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant Teresa". Negative auction terms and inflated shipping and handling charges can turn prospective bidders away, too. Please. Seller: bcinternetconsignment (2,110) 100% View seller's store: B & C Internet Consignment. The Collector's Encyclopedia of Hull Pottery by Brenda Roberts pages 18 and 19 show 2 of the Mar-crest trademarks. Hi, Teresa. This item will ship USPS priority mail with tracking and insurance included. Photo courtesy eBay seller 2001jmm. Illustrated Catalogue Of Rare Ancient Faiences, Glass And Other Objects, The Collector's Encyclopedia Of Nippon Porcelain Third Series, The Collectors Encyclopedia Of Limoges Porcelain, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. Sometimes, the logo is worn, sometimes it looks like the logo didn't "take" as well as it should have. Carol in PA. 11.81, 23.62 Many things must be known about what you have. Thanks again for such a great website (:-)"! The "M" looks like an "H" on many of the pieces, including the carafes. Maybe they aren't very familiar with Mar-crest? Search eBay and Google frequently. Sometimes, the glaze is a little thick and it blurs the letters. 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. Glazes from other countries, especially very colorful pieces, may be of utmost concern. Thanks again.

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