Notifyfellow collectorswhen you come across items they collect. Several online sellers are identifying their assorted brown glazed stoneware pieces as being Mar-crest. Find out more in our Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. Mar-crest pitchers with lids being called coffee pots? 43.45, 54.31 D. Hickerson Little York, IL, "I found the 10 inch divided vegetable bowl in cleaning out my Dad's house. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. Probably the fastest way is to quickly scan the Pictures page. Delivery: I ship several times a week, including Saturdays, depending on the amount of parcels to be shipped. Thank you for looking and have fun bidding ! According to some, Louise Bauer (designer of the famous Hull Little Red Riding Hood line) designed the daisy and dot pattern. If you've ever searched "Mar-crest" on the internet, you've probably noticed something. The time of day and day of week the auction begins and ends on can be important. Item comes from a clean and smoke free home! 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. 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). Just make sure the condition is what you're looking for. I have oodles of the stuff that I would like to see go to someone who loves and collects it. I remember my Mom getting the dishes from the A & P when we lived in Milwaukee WI. (Caution must be usedif Mar-crest is being used to heat foods and beverages in the microwave. Glazes from other countries, especially very colorful pieces, may be of utmost concern. Consistently earned 5-star reviews, shipped orders on time, and replied quickly to messages, Looks like you already have an account! So I know what I have and dont have and need to buy/sell/trade for. There is no price list for every piece of Mar-crest (yet). Only difference is: it bears the name "Har-Crest" vs. Mar-Crest. Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. How used? Photo courtesy eBay's martymorgan. A list is necessary with how many pieces you have of everything (8 dinner plates, 8 1-finger cups, 10 berry bowls, etc.). It seems to me that Mar-crest sells better in late fall and in the winter (just before Christmas). Only difference is: it bears the name "Har-Crest" vs. Mar-Crest. Great! The Garage Sale & Flea Market Annual Seventeenth Edition - Sharon & Bob Huxford, Collector's Books. We ship USPO to foreign countriesemail for an estimates.We don't consider the transaction complete until we know you are happy. I am delighted to see that other have the same passion for this pottery that I have. I hope to learn enough and grow my collection enough to have something to contribute one day. I priced the Daisy and Dot items. 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) ? Good luck! Page 53. How can I find a lid for it? You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. Fragile items may need to be sent in separate packages to ensure safe arrival. Mar-crest escargot skillets? One can never have enough turquoise! Why aren't these sellers using their own pictures? (Using others online pictures without permission is not allowed for many reasons.) Would they be trustworthy? An Illustrated Value Guide To Cookie Jars by Ermagene Westfall - 1983 (Values Updated 2003). I do not believe that daisy dot Mar-crest was a part of those give-aways. It also depends on if the "right" collectors are online the week of your auction, and can easily find it (meaning that it's placed in the proper category, keywords are used and are spelled correctly). (20% off), Sale Price 85.31 I currently have over two dozen peices of my beloved stoneware and I am a faithfull collector. Some rare pieces can easily bring well over $100 each. Secondly, you should line your box with cushioning on the . Julie, thank you for visiting! Western Stoneware produced the Warm Colorado Brown daisy dot line of Marcrest dinnerware (and maybe some of the pastels as well). The Collector's Encyclopedia of Hull Pottery by Brenda Roberts pages 18 and 19 show 2 of the Mar-crest trademarks. Eva Zeisel designed a collectibles line. 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. Hi, Teresa. Original Price 100.36 Of the ones I've seen, very few seemed up to date. 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. 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. Vintage MAR-CREST Stoneware DAISY DOT Pitcher Dark Brown Glaze 8" Opens in a new window or tab. Learn more. I started collecting in the early 50's.Thank you for brightening my day with your web site. I hope that you've bookmarked this site and will visit often. Copyright 2005-2020 Rita Pence. Hope this answers your question. Check out my other items ! Other interpretations of the spelling I've seen is:Har-crisi, Marcrisi, Harcrist,Marcrist, and (figure this one out) Marquest. Much of my collection is now in boxes in bedroom closets and under beds, and even in the garage. If they're available online, make sure the sellers feedback is good. If for personal use or display, keep them both! Thanks again!" Red Wing stoneware, dinnerware and pottery pieces have been produced continuously since the company was founded in 1861 by John Paul, headquartered in Red Wing, Minnesota. A list is necessary with how many pieces you have of everything (8 dinner plates, 8 1-finger cups, 10 berry bowls, etc.). Many of these pieces are actually Pfaltzgraff, Hull, Hall, McCoy, Kathy Kale, California Pottery, etc., all of which have many Mar-crest similar pieces. Azzy in Mercedes, TX, "My wife and I have used a Mar-Crest banded brown glazed mixing bowl for 20 years. Question:June in San Marcos, TX asks:"Is the 4"tall dutch oven w/lid, stove top safe"? Very heavy, with lid. As we were going through his things I brought home a cookie jar and large pitcher. I hope that you've bookmarked this site and will visit often. 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. "How about starting a catagory/listing for exchanging and selling mar-crest pottery on your web site. :o) I recently bought a lidded piece at the goodwill for $2.99, and had no idea what it was. Thank you for your information." I would very much like to have a daisy and dot dinner plate. Many things must be known about what you have. Copyright 2005-2012 Rita Pence. 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. I have quite a collection thanks to my mother. Please feel free to ask me Questions before bidding! There is no price list for every piece of Mar-crest (yet). 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. Should I just dump the larger one? Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. Did you know that there are some people that collect broken pottery/ceramic pieces and make "mosaic" table tops? --------------------------------------------------------------------------------. - Greaseless Nitrided Pins & Composite Bushings, - Gas Shock Mounted Access Panels and Shields, Marcrest Manufacturing Inc. 45415 Perth Line 86, Listowel, Ontario, Canada. There was a problem subscribing you to this newsletter. Perhaps the most important step in shipping pottery is using the right packing material to protect the items. Sale Price 84.60 I keep out about 100 pieces on the "Marcrest Wall" in the kitchen. Although I research each item as thoroughly as I can, please remember that I am not an expert!!! - FIND TODAY's SELECTED Marcrest offered FOR SALE, BEST OFFER and Auction. The condition of the items were somewhat vague, some items were paired with the wrong lid or were mismatched in other ways. Was Mar-crest a premium or give-away, available in movie theaters (dish night) and Western Auto's? I also need the lid for the 6 x 2 and 3/4 inch sugar bowl. I'll need to do some serious thinking about this, as it does sound like awonderful idea. Although your stoneware is ovenproof it is not flameproof. Could this piece have been produced under the Hull-Marcrest eraoris it likly that my piece a reproduction of the Marcrest line of stoneware? To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. It went very smoothly. Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. It is like the 5th jar you have listed. Has a USA Marking I believe thats the name of the pottery company! The smaller one is in great condition. Marcrest was Western Stoneware's most popular dinnerware line. Unfortunately, there is no book specifically about Mar-crest. 31.85, 39.81 I'm so glad he was a friend!! 84.60, 99.53 Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. If sending money order or certified check, buyer must notify me within 48 hours of auction ending. "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. Need a lid only for your sugar bowl? I'm happy to say that quite a few pieces are listed this year! Ceramics Buy, sell and value in over 150+ specialist categories. 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. It happened to a police officer friend that came to my home to finish up an accident report that I was involved in nearby. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------. The pieces they made for Marshall Burns were marked Mar-Crest. If you have any questions or need clarification of anything, please feel free to contact me. Was it advertised or seen in any magazines, movies or commercials? And usually, not in a good way. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. Sometimes, the glaze is a little thick and it blurs the letters. Question:Sandra in Big Spring, TX asks:"This (Mar-crest) was my grandmother's everyday dishes. !On Mar-crest.com, there are a few different ways to identify your items in question. Thanks again. (50% off), Sale Price 31.85 Before you leave, I hope you'll check out some of the great Mar-crest images found on nearly every page. Please. After reading your information, I now know it is a daisy dot lidded french handled casserole dish! Page 21 talks about Heritageware molds and their being premiums for grocery sales. Th 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. Head on over to ionesAttic to snag a ten-piece set for $42. Original Price 39.81 Ceramics View Etsys Privacy Policy. However, the entire book is a wealth of information. Chinese Art, Porcelains, Pottery, Enamels, Wood Carvings, Screens, Etc. Are these two companies one in the same? Original Price 17.56 Should I just dump the larger one? If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant Almost everyone I know that uses some of their Mar-crest for everyday does put them in both the dishwasher and the microwave. I am looking for a list of a complete set. 9-1/2" Diameter; 4" Deep (without lid) Made in USA Bowl & Lid adorned with flowers ~ bottom is stamped as follows: MARCREST / OVEN PROOF / STONEWARE/ USA Thanks for looking and good luck bidding!! Charlene in Bend, OR, "Just happened on to your site. Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. How used? And that lead is not the only potentially dangerous element that can possibly found in pottery glazes? Easy to clean, No breaks, chips or cracks! Some rare pieces can easily bring well over $100 each. Page 53. You have to remember that these dishes were produced before regulations as we now know them were put into place. Auction companies make it clear that sellers are to write their own descriptions and use their own pictures. Selling and valuing online since 1997. Of the ones I've seen, very few seemed up to date. The auction didn't sell the first time it was listed. If the rim of a Mar-crest "bowl" is unglazed, that means a lid belongs on the piece, and it is not a mixing bowl. Questions:Sandra of Garrettsville, Ohio asks: "To what degree is oven safe on Mar-Crest cooking dishes"? The smaller one is in great condition. If contact. Colonial was . We've even seen sellers call the 10 ounce individual casserole/soup dishes with a handle, a gravy dish. I just started my collection and I did so with the Grease Jar and Cover that my mother had. I have oodles of the stuff that I would like to see go to someone who loves and collects it. One cookie jar is shown and it is marked Mar-Crest Oven Proof Stoneware USA $45-$65. Although I research each item as thoroughly as possible, I am not an expert. Frequent microwave use may damage not only the glaze, but the integrety of, say, a handle, in time. 8.78, 17.56 Thanks". Julie, thank you for visiting! "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. An Illustrated Value Guide To Cookie Jars by Ermagene Westfall - 1983 (Values Updated 2003). Why? It covers Western Stoneware's formation in 1906, contributions of Eva Zeisel and a brief summation of Mar-Crest Stoneware history. The Marcrest premium line was made for Marshall Burns Company of Chicago. "Answer:Thanks, Brett,for your kind words. Marcrest collectors talking about our Daisy Dot & rare pieces. I've had the handle of an old pottery cup break off while I was drinking hot coffee fromit after microwave use. 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. The Mar-crest grease pot with lid and dinner plates can currently still be found every now and again. 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. 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. 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. This item will ship USPS priority mail with tracking and insurance included. I do my best to describe each item, provide photos, and point out any flaws that I notice. If you're very concerned, you can purchase a lead test kit at a hardware store and follow the directions. I would very much like to have a daisy and dot dinner plate. Ceramics It also depends on if the "right" collectors are online the week of your auction, and can easily find it (meaning that it's placed in the proper category, keywords are used and are spelled correctly). 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! Caution must be used when using Mar-crest to heat foods and beverages in the microwave. Wide foam drip daisy and dot cookie jar, Part of my Mar-crest daisy and dot collection. California Dept. This has to be confusing to new collectors, as they were never produced. Martha in TX, "I am really excited about your website. NOTE: If insurance items are lost or damaged in shipping, it is the buyer's responsibility to file an insurance claim. Through the years, odd lids (and casserole stands) have ended up on pieces they did not originally belong to. What rare or hard to find items do you have? 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). The most recent eBay auction for a large Mar-crest collection sold for $550, excluding shipping. The brown is nice and even- the lights spots are just reflections from the glaze. Seller: bcinternetconsignment (2,110) 100% View seller's store: B & C Internet Consignment. It sliced his thumb and he almost neededstitches. Want to know more? No, they did not. How nice of your mother for the gifts! Are you planning on keeping them for display? Probably the fastest way is to quickly scan the Pictures page. 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. Image theft and text theft is NOT allowed. The condition of the items were somewhat vague, some items were paired with the wrong lid or were mismatched in other ways. 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. A favorite! This collection was said to have consisted of 220 pieces. The most recent eBay auction for a large Mar-crest collection sold for $550, excluding shipping. But search only goes back as far as about 30 days. How much is it worth"? I saw the site and Rita mentioned in Collectors News [Magazine, April 2008 edition]." ionesAttic. Maybe you will start a Mar-crest collection? 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. Still no luck? Operations ceased in 1985. . I did give quite a few Mar-crest prices last year for the Yard Sale and Flea Market Anual book.