Thanks". Should I just dump the larger one? Through the years, odd lids (and casserole stands) have ended up on pieces they did not originally belong to. You might consider having an appraiser come to your home and give you an estimate. Photo courtesy eBay's martymorgan. Thank you for your information." Maybe you can trade pieces needed with your local and internet friends. This has to be confusing to new collectors, as they were never produced. Page 144 pictures a Hull Marcrest dark green glazed 8.5" x 4.5" ashtray. Ownership changes continued through the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Collector's Encyclopedia of American Dinnerware Second Edition Identification and Values by Jo Cunningham 2005 speaks of Mar-crest on page 308. Question:Phil Adams (and also Cheryl in MO) asks: "I recently inherited four Marcrest Oven Proof Stoneware Plates from my grandmother. It happened to a police officer friend that came to my home to finish up an accident report that I was involved in nearby. 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Did you know that there are some people that collect broken pottery/ceramic pieces and make "mosaic" table tops? Copyright 2005-2020 Rita Pence. A favorite! 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. Although I research each item as thoroughly as possible, I am not an expert. Vintage Marcrest 6 Daisy Dot Pitcher with PASTEL GREEN INTERIOR. Why not go to the source/you to find it. Question:Kim in Bella Vista, AR asks:"I have an entire set of Mar-Crest dishes including serving pieces. 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. Original Mar-crest Daisy and Dot order form. After reading your information, I now know it is a daisy dot lidded french handled casserole dish! Sorry, I know very little about Melmac. Now, that's a tough question. All items are sold " as is ". Can you tell me where I can find them? I hope that you've bookmarked this site and will visit often. Have you seen online auctions showing Mar-crest carafe coffee servers with round cork stoppers or copper lids? Read our Cookie Policy. Hope this answers your question. The auction didn't sell the first time it was listed. If contact. I have quite a collection thanks to my mother. Thanks; Doug", Answer:http://www.ebay.com/sch/Spare-Tops-Bottoms-/4048/i.html?_trksid=m194&ssPageName=STRK:MEFSRCHX:SRCH, http://pages.ebay.com/wantitnow/http://mar-crest.com/cookiejars.html, Go to the Message Board on this site and title your message that you need a cookie jar lid. Many potteries in the 50's and 60's made pieces that looked similar to Mar-crest. But search only goes back as far as about 30 days. Delivery: I ship several times a week, including Saturdays, depending on the amount of parcels to be shipped. 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. Hope this answers your question. Your carafe is Mar-crest (Marcrest). 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M. Wood, E, Catalogue Of The Artistic Antique Property Belonging To Charles Of Londo, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. Ladles? It happened to a police officer friend that came to my home to finish up an accident report that I was involved in nearby. 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. As for display only pieces, my answer would be no. I will inform the winning bidder whenever this is necessary and let them know the final shipping costs. When the site first opened, I did sell a few pieces myself. Sometimes, the glaze is a little thick and it blurs the letters. The brown is nice and even- the lights spots are just reflections from the glaze. Were they ever used? Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. I had no idea it was even made in Monmouth. The Garage Sale & Flea Market Annual Seventeenth Edition - Sharon & Bob Huxford, Collector's Books. Was it advertised or seen in any magazines, movies or commercials? Please be sure you can agree to these terms BEFORE bidding.If for any other reason you are unhappy with your purchase, please feel free to contact me by email and I will gladly discuss the problem with you. Depression glass and Fire-King have been named. Thanks again for such a great website (:-)"! What rare or hard to find items do you have? Learn to know the difference. Articles, Know Your Art Nouveau: The Backstory on this Fantastic Find, Friendly Fungi: Sears Merry Mushroom Collection. The Collector's Encyclopedia of Hull Pottery by Brenda Roberts pages 18 and 19 show 2 of the Mar-crest trademarks. The condition of the items were somewhat vague, some items were paired with the wrong lid or were mismatched in other ways. DO NOT PLACE it over an open flame or electric range burner without placing an asbestos pad under it. 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. Want to know more? Question:Phil Adams (and also Cheryl in MO) asks: I've heard that it's "probably" lead-free. They closed their doors in 2006 after 100 years of operation, but quickly re-opened, thanks to 3 original employees. 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. My 2 grease pots without lids hold silk ivy on a shelf. So I know what I have and dont have and need to buy/sell/trade for. I'm happy to say that quite a few pieces are listed this year! Atlanta, Georgia 30328 | 877.481.5750. Much of the information seems to have obviously been copied (often slightly reworded) from only a couple of informative web sites. Question:Brett in Altoona, Pennsylvania asks:"Rita, Thanks for this informative site! Loaf pans or candleholders? One can never have enough turquoise! Auction companies make it clear that sellers are to write their own descriptions and use their own pictures. The "M" looks like an "H" on many of the pieces, including the carafes. I hope that you've bookmarked this site and will visit often. Up for auction is a Vintage Marcrest Oven Proof Stoneware Covered Bowl Excellent Shape ~ No Chips or Cracks!! Has a USA Marking I bel This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. I have oodles of the stuff that I would like to see go to someone who loves and collects it. The Mar-crest grease pot with lid and dinner plates can currently still be found every now and again. Thanks for all the infoI have many pieces that have been ignored but now will clean up and cherish!" 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! 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. (Using others online pictures without permission is not allowed for many reasons.) Mar-crest stoneware has rapidly regaining popularity in the past few years. Your carafe is Mar-crest (Marcrest). For personal use? All rights reserved.Yes, that does mean you. I am delighted to see that other have the same passion for this pottery that I have. I have only recently started collecting and have really benefited from the information you have gathered here. 84.60, 99.53 Question:Brett in Altoona, Pennsylvania asks:"Rita, Thanks for this informative site! Original Price 28.34 But Mar-crest it is. 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. Perhaps the most important step in shipping pottery is using the right packing material to protect the items. The condition of the items were somewhat vague, some items were paired with the wrong lid or were mismatched in other ways. 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. 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. Sometimes, this rewording has gotten pretty far away from the facts. Has a USA Marking I believe thats the name of the pottery company! 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! 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. Excellent used condition, no cracks, chips, or scratches. Pay close attention to the lid, making sure it's the correct one. Avoid acidic foods and drinks in Mar-crest pieces that are worn and/or cracked. Bundt pans? Of the ones I've seen, very few seemed up to date. Original Price 23.62 Thanks". Question:June in San Marcos, TX asks:"Is the 4"tall dutch oven w/lid, stove top safe"? Icanjust seethat plate snapping in half! If they're available online, make sure the sellers feedback is good. Please be sure to read my descriptions & terms carefully BEFORE bidding ~ Once the auction ends, the item is yours. Many of these pieces are actually Pfaltzgraff, Hull, Hall, McCoy, Kathy Kale, California Pottery, etc., all of which have many Mar-crest similar pieces.