One can never have enough turquoise! It is great to see an informative and honest approach! 43.45, 54.31 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. More info is found on page 138 (pictures on page 139). Important ~ Please Note ~ I am not an antiques dealer or collector. If there's an item you question being Mar-crest, send me a message. Marcrest Price / Value Guide - Bath Antiques Online :o) I recently bought a lidded piece at the goodwill for $2.99, and had no idea what it was. Ceramics The auction didn't sell the first time it was listed. If for personal use or display, keep them both! I'll need to do some serious thinking about this, as it does sound like awonderful idea. You have some lovely pieces. I have quite a few repeat pieces. Glassware is most difficult to identify, as most of it is unmarked and so much of it has been reproduced. Hope this answers your question. Original Price 28.34 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. 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! If for personal use or display, keep them both! Was Mar-crest a premium or give-away, available in movie theaters (dish night) and Western Auto's? We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. 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. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Question:Dugan I.in Lees Summit,MO asks:"What is the most prized Mar-Crest peice to find"?Answer:Tough question! Why? Now, that's a tough question. Marcrest Brown Stoneware Pie Baker RARE | #4559729260 There is no price list for every piece of Mar-crest (yet). Copyright 2005-2020 Rita Pence. "How about starting a catagory/listing for exchanging and selling mar-crest pottery on your web site. I used to check out J T Letowski's website [Marcrest Man] for Marcrest, in fact many of the pics on that site are mine, taken from my collection quite a few years ago. Why not go to the source/you to find it. Articles, Know Your Art Nouveau: The Backstory on this Fantastic Find, Friendly Fungi: Sears Merry Mushroom Collection. If I am certain of the origin of a piece I will let you know; however, if I am uncertain of its origin, I will let you know as well. Many things must be known about what you have. No, they did not. The most recent eBay auction for a large Mar-crest collection sold for $550, excluding shipping. - 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. Are you planning on keeping them for display? But Mar-crest it is. Heheheh ;c)". The time of year one is selling in can be a factor. If you're very concerned, you can purchase a lead test kit at a hardware store and follow the directions. I have oodles of the stuff that I would like to see go to someone who loves and collects it. This has to be confusing to new collectors, as they were never produced. And that lead is not the only potentially dangerous element that can possibly found in pottery glazes? And usually, not in a good way. Could this piece have been produced under the Hull-Marcrest eraoris it likly that my piece a reproduction of the Marcrest line of stoneware? Could this piece have been produced under the Hull-Marcrest eraoris it likly that my piece a reproduction of the Marcrest line of stoneware? It covers Western Stoneware's formation in 1906, contributions of Eva Zeisel and a brief summation of Mar-Crest Stoneware history. This item will ship USPS priority mail with tracking and insurance included. or payment is not made within 48 hours, the item will be relisted or offered to an underbidder and negative feedback will be left for the non-paying bidder. Articles, Know Your Art Nouveau: The Backstory on this Fantastic Find, Friendly Fungi: Sears Merry Mushroom Collection. Read our Cookie Policy. You can check on the advanced search of ebay for completed auctions, checking titles and descriptions. View Etsys Privacy Policy. Thanks for all the infoI have many pieces that have been ignored but now will clean up and cherish!" 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) ? Network with other collectors. Memories: We are still using melmac, or at least the pieces we have left and discovered they don't go in the microwave! What rare or hard to find items do you have? How to Pack and Ship Pottery | Shipping School Sometimes, this rewording has gotten pretty far away from the facts. Avoid acidic foods and drinks in Mar-crest pieces that are worn and/or cracked. Check out my other items ! The smaller one is in great condition. Why not go to the source/you to find it. This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. Mar-crest pitchers with lids being called coffee pots? The auction didn't sell the first time it was listed. Sorry, I know very little about Melmac. The hot coffeeburned a large blister on his leg, plus he had to return home to change his uniform pants, lol. I've had the handle of an old pottery cup break off while I was drinking hot coffee fromit after microwave use.). Marcrest Stoneware - Etsy Seemed like everywhere I looked online, a particular piece might be called a number of different things. Search past online auctions and see how much various lots of Mar-crest have gone for. Operations ceased in through the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Thanks". (10% off), Sale Price 11.81 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. Easy to clean, No breaks, chips or cracks! All rights reserved. Anyone can pay PayPal by just having the sellersemail address. Of the ones I've seen, very few seemed up to date. Please feel free to ask me Questions before bidding! Keep in mind that anyone can view public collectionsthey may also appear in recommendations and other places. I really love the pieces I saw on your site with the pink interior.I think I have been bitten by the collecting bug!" If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant Maybe you will start a Mar-crest collection? Answer:Shawna, you're in luck. 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. Good luck! Maybe they aren't very familiar with Mar-crest? Sometimes, a seller will refer to the midsized pitcher as a gravy pitcher. You have to remember that these dishes were produced before regulations as we now know them were put into place. The author simply calls the pattern Brown with Flowers and Dots. Check out my other items ! They bring back a lot of memories, don't they? I am always willing to work with buyers to resolve issues amicably. All rights reserved.Yes, that does mean you. This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. Seller: bcinternetconsignment (2,110) 100% View seller's store: B & C Internet Consignment. Fragile items may need to be sent in separate packages to ensure safe arrival. When the site first opened, I did sell a few pieces myself. This collection was said to have consisted of 220 pieces. Want to know more? The hot coffeeburned a large blister on his leg, plus he had to return home to change his uniform pants, lol. Many of these pieces are actually Pfaltzgraff, Hull, Hall, McCoy, Kathy Kale, California Pottery, etc., all of which have many Mar-crest similar pieces. Good luck! I started collecting in the early 50's.Thank you for brightening my day with your web site. They're beautiful, btw! Scroll down the Index page. I have been collecting for years and am very excited to see your site. Any history you could provide would be greatly appreciated!? Mar-crest stoneware has rapidly regaining popularity in the past few years. Original boxes claim that Mar-crest is safe to use in the freezer and also in the oven with temperatures up to 500 degrees. Loaf pans or candleholders? Thank you for looking and have fun bidding ! When the site first opened, I did sell a few pieces myself. 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. Learn more. Martha in TX, "I am really excited about your website. I do not refund shipping and return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. 37 Bean Pots & Marcrest ideas | bean pot, stoneware, pottery - Pinterest American Heritage, Nordic Mint and Swiss Alpine pieces listed as well. I have quite a few repeat pieces. Sometimes, a seller will refer to the midsized pitcher as a gravy pitcher. 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"? Marcrest was Western Stoneware's most popular dinnerware line. How used? This collection was said to have consisted of 220 pieces. For personal use? Frequent microwave use may damage not only the glaze, but the integrety of, say, a handle, in time. I would love to collect some peices. I just liked it because my Grandma used to have ones just like them. Also, that House 'n Garden casual serving ware and Heritageware molds were used. Janice in OR, "I looked at your web site and am impressed. Please. 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. 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. Marcrest Stoneware Daisy Dot Large Pitcher Jug NICE, Vintage Marcrest Pink Pitcher With Handle Art Deco Feel, Marcrest Daisy & Dot Brown Drip Oven-Proof Stoneware Pitcher 6" Vintage, Vintage Marcrest Stoneware Daisy Dot Cream Creamer Pitcher 4 1/4" Made In USA. Get the best deals on Marcrest Stoneware when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. "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. Where better to get the correct name for a piece than from the box it came in? I have quite a collection thanks to my mother. We've even seen sellers call the 10 ounce individual casserole/soup dishes with a handle, a gravy dish. Search not only for itemsto add toyour own collection, but also for your friends collections as well, while you're looking. Egg, butter and covered cheese dishes? Chinese Art, Porcelains, Pottery, Enamels, Wood Carvings, Screens, Etc. Eva Zeisel designed a collectibles line. 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. Many things must be known about what you have. Question:Kim in Bella Vista, AR asks:"I have an entire set of Mar-Crest dishes including serving pieces. Remember When Grocery Stores Handed Out Beautiful Dinnerware for Free? This collection was said to have consisted of 220 pieces. Thank you. 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. All items are sold " as is ". Other questions:"Is Mar-crest dishwasher and microwave-safe"? I really did not know what I was buying until I stumbled upon your web-site. Western Stoneware produced the Warm Colorado Brown daisy dot line of Marcrest dinnerware (and maybe some of the pastels as well).