Thanks again. The time of day and day of week the auction begins and ends on can be important. 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!! 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"? I will inform the winning bidder whenever this is necessary and let them know the final shipping costs. 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. Thanks". Now, if you'll excuse me, I feel the need to hug a tree. What rare or hard to find items do you have? I would love to collect some peices. 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. The author simply calls the pattern Brown with Flowers and Dots. Your carafe is Mar-crest (Marcrest). $20.00. Read our Cookie Policy. Don't fall for these common excuses. BUY, SELL & VALUE Marcrest. Image theft and text theft is NOT allowed. Charlene in Bend, OR, "Just happened on to your site. Negative auction terms and inflated shipping and handling charges can turn prospective bidders away, too. The auction didn't sell the first time it was listed. Also, that the Western Stoneware used many different marks. When the site first opened, I did sell a few pieces myself. I'm happy to say that quite a few pieces are listed this year! Maybe you can find another use for the bowl and turn the bad side toward the wall? Hi, Michel. For personal use? Besides the daisy dot pattern, the rare, pastel pieces are much sought after by serious collectors. 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. Marcrest Collectors | The Villages FL - Facebook Anyone can pay PayPal by just having the sellersemail address. 31.85, 39.81 I do not believe that daisy dot Mar-crest was a part of those give-aways. Marcrest Stoneware - Etsy Maybe you will start a Mar-crest collection? 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. Hope this answers your question. Monmouth - Western Stoneware by Jim Martin and Bette Cooper 1983 speaks of Mar-crest on page 53. Question:Kim in Bella Vista, AR asks:"I have an entire set of Mar-Crest dishes including serving pieces. Sometimes, a seller will refer to the midsized pitcher as a gravy pitcher. More info is found on page 138 (pictures on page 139). The company changed names and configurations several times from its initial formation until 1936, often spinning off product subsidiaries that were reabsorbed into the main . Read more about my understanding of the Hull / Mar-crest connection on this page. The hot coffeeburned a large blister on his leg, plus he had to return home to change his uniform pants, lol. Are these two companies one in the same? Although your stoneware is ovenproof it is not flameproof. Collectors refer to the pattern as Daisy and Dot, the glaze finish (color) as Warm Colorado Brown and the style (motif) as Pennsylvania Dutch. Icanjust seethat plate snapping in half! Free returns I have quite a few repeat pieces. N4W 3G6. Original boxes claim that Mar-crest is safe to use in the freezer, and also in the oven with temperatures up to 500. Remember When Grocery Stores Handed Out Beautiful Dinnerware for Free? Marcrest Stoneware (1 - 40 of 410 results) Price ($) Set price range $50 - $100 $100 - $200 Over $200 All Sellers MARCREST Pitcher 1950s Ovenproof Stoneware Jug Brown Daisy Dot GWHuntings (101) $8.00 Vintage Marcrest Stoneware Oven Proof "Daisy Dot" Brown Glazed Pitcher c. 1950's. TheVintageVioletear (158) $31.95 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. 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. 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. 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. Just make sure the condition is what you're looking for. It sliced his thumb and he almost neededstitches. The chapter is entitled Western Stoneware. If you have any questions or need clarification of anything, please feel free to contact me. How much is it worth"? They bring back a lot of memories, don't they? How used? :-). Or for sale? View Etsys Privacy Policy. Collector's Encyclopedia of American Dinnerware Second Edition Identification and Values by Jo Cunningham 2005 speaks of Mar-crest on page 308. Hull is said to have produced the pastel colored pieces: ball pitchers, teapots, tumblers, plain cups and oblong ashtrays marked Marcrest. Very informative and visual! I just liked it because my Grandma used to have ones just like them. I hand wash all my favorite dishes, glasses and cooking pans anyway, rather than put them in the dishwasher where they might get etched. I'll need to do some serious thinking about this, as it does sound like awonderful idea. Marcrest collectors talking about our Daisy Dot & rare pieces. 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. The time of year one is selling in can be a factor. Need a lid only for your sugar bowl? !On Mar-crest.com, there are a few different ways to identify your items in question. ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD "AS IS". Ceramics Just make sure the condition is what you're looking for. The rest are from my collection. Original Price 99.53 Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. I hope to learn enough and grow my collection enough to have something to contribute one day. Hope this answers your question. 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. Heheheh ;c)". Hi, Michel. 11.81, 23.62 Chinese Art, Porcelains, Pottery, Enamels, Wood Carvings, Screens, Etc. Good luck! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Read our Cookie Policy. I really love the pieces I saw on your site with the pink interior.I think I have been bitten by the collecting bug!" Original Price 17.56 Pieces impressed with the Mar-crest trademark, she states, were premium items produced by Hull in the late 50's. It is in very nice condition.It will be boxed well in bubble wrap.On the bottom it is marked: Marcrest Ovenproof Stoneware USAThank you for looking.We are including FREE Continental U.S. How can I find a lid for it? Question:Brett in Altoona, Pennsylvania asks:"Rita, Thanks for this informative site! While Mar-crest is ovenproof to 500*, it must NOT be used on the stovetop. Were they ever used? The Marcrest premium line was made for Marshall Burns Company of Chicago. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. 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! Mine doesn't have a lid for it. Big production just got better with Marcrest's newest Bale Baron models, the 5250T and 5250P. 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"! Scroll down the Index page. I have only recently started collecting and have really benefited from the information you have gathered here. Why not go to the source/you to find it. I would love to collect some peices. Still no luck? Please note ~ most of the items I offer for sale are procured at estate sales or auctions and are used. I am trying to collect some info (not an appraisal) on a carafe I found at auction recently. Wow! !On Mar-crest.com, there are a few different ways to identify your items in question. Were they display only pieces? The author simply calls the pattern Brown with Flowers and Dots. Only difference is: it bears the name "Har-Crest" vs. Mar-Crest. Great! Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. This ensures that you have received your item in proper order. If you've ever searched "Mar-crest" on the internet, you've probably noticed something. Learn to know the difference. Egg, butter and covered cheese dishes? Vintage Bean Pot Daisy Design Marcrest Stoneware Ovenproof I used it for casseroles but t are many uses for it! Want to know more? Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. While Mar-crest is ovenproof to 500*, it must NOT be used on the stovetop. I have oodles of the stuff that I would like to see go to someone who loves and collects it. If they're available online, make sure the sellers feedback is good. Would they be trustworthy? You might consider having an appraiser come to your home and give you an estimate. So I know what I have and dont have and need to buy/sell/trade for. Marcrest - Poshmark Try using a different browser or disabling ad blockers. After reading your information, I now know it is a daisy dot lidded french handled casserole dish! It simply says that Hull did the pastel pieces and the brown line was made by Western Stoneware for Marshall Burns. Martha in TX, "I am really excited about your website. I'm doing my best to stay on top of all information submitted to the site, sent to me via email or brought to my attention networking with several other avid Mar-crest collectors. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Atlanta, Georgia 30328 | 877.481.5750. A thorough and detailed description of every piece is needed (chips, cracks, flea bites, repairs, stains, missing lids, etc.). Very heavy, with lid. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. If there's an item you question being Mar-crest, send me a message. :-). Please read my description and terms carefully before bidding!! A picture of a Mar-crest cookie jar and a rare square snack plate can be found in this section, also. I decided to google it and found your site. Photo courtesy eBay seller 2001jmm. Original Price 54.31 Contact Information: If you have any questions or concerns regarding any listing, please email me BEFORE bidding whenever possible. Vintage Marcrest 6 Daisy Dot Pitcher with PASTEL GREEN INTERIOR. Any history you could provide would be greatly appreciated!? No luck there? Excellent used condition, no cracks, chips, or scratches. "Answer:Thanks, Brett,for your kind words. I didn't realized their was so much history behind these plates". Get the best deals on Marcrest Stoneware when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. Has a USA Marking I bel Search eBay and Google frequently. For personal use? Why aren't these sellers using their own pictures? Could this piece have been produced under the Hull-Marcrest eraoris it likly that my piece a reproduction of the Marcrest line of stoneware? I drink out of a Mar-crest stein every single day, and have for a few years. And the "E" looks like it could be an "I". I DO NOT accept personal checks. Tara F. in Eugene, Oregon, "Hello. There is no price list for every piece of Mar-crest (yet). 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. And that lead is not the only potentially dangerous element that can possibly found in pottery glazes? ** Marcrest Brown Stoneware Pie Baker RARE **Up for sale is this unusual Marcrest Stoneware Pie Plate/Baker.The top is about 10 in diameter and the bottom is 7.25 in diameterI believe it is rare. 10 talking about this. Hi, Teresa. Still no luck? Big production just got better with Marcrest's newestBale Baron models, the 5250T and 5250P. Some history: In 1906, 7 potteries merged together to form the Western Stoneware Company in Monmouth, Illinois. 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. This item will ship USPS priority mail with tracking and insurance included. You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. I'm doing my best to stay on top of all information submitted to the site, sent to me via email or brought to my attention networking with several other avid Mar-crest collectors. of Public Health Lead Info - PDF, http://www.ebay.com/sch/Spare-Tops-Bottoms-/4048/i.html?_trksid=m194&ssPageName=STRK:MEFSRCHX:SRCH. I also need the lid for the 6 x 2 and 3/4 inch sugar bowl. 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). 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. Find out more in our Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. 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. 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. - FIND TODAY's SELECTED Marcrest offered FOR SALE, BEST OFFER and Auction. As for display only pieces, my answer would be no. Many things must be known about what you have. Did you realize that leaded crystal contains lead? Thanks". 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. 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. Questions:Sandra of Garrettsville, Ohio asks: "To what degree is oven safe on Mar-Crest cooking dishes"? Click below to begin your paid subscription. Please feel free to ask me Questions before bidding! Page 21 talks about Heritageware molds and their being premiums for grocery sales. The most recent eBay auction for a large Mar-crest collection sold for $550, excluding shipping. (20% off), Sale Price 85.31 But Mar-crest it is. They're beautiful, btw! Were there other stores that sold Mar-crest? Those partners may have their own information theyve collected about you. Martha." of Public Health Lead Info - PDF--------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Fire King Forest Green 2 CHARM 9.25" Dinner Plates, Princess House Fantasia Dinner/Luncheon Crystal Plates, EAPG McKee Brothers ~JUBILEE ~ Goblet ~ AKA Radiant, Villeroy & Boch 1748 Porcelain Cup Le Ballon Balloon, Hazel Atlas Orchard Beads And Ribs Snack Set For 10. This collection was said to have consisted of 220 pieces. 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!!!" Public collections can be seen by the public, including other shoppers, and may show up in recommendations and other places. And usually, not in a good way. Did you know that there are some people that collect broken pottery/ceramic pieces and make "mosaic" table tops? Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. Refunds & Returns: If an item is not described or misrepresented, I will refund the purchase price ONLY . One cookie jar is shown and it is marked Mar-Crest Oven Proof Stoneware USA $45-$65. I am always willing to work with buyers to resolve issues amicably. Selling and valuing online since 1997. Can you tell me where I can find them? Other interpretations of the spelling I've seen is:Har-crisi, Marcrisi, Harcrist,Marcrist, and (figure this one out) Marquest. Keep adding to it!" I did give quite a few Mar-crest prices last year for the Yard Sale and Flea Market Anual book. I would very much like to have a daisy and dot dinner plate. If for selling (assuming they are the regular warm Colorado brown color), I'd skip selling the badly cracked bowl. D. Hickerson Little York, IL, "I found the 10 inch divided vegetable bowl in cleaning out my Dad's house. Or for sale? One cookie jar is shown and it is marked Mar-Crest Oven Proof Stoneware USA $45-$65. If you have any info please advise. Marcrest Manufacturing Inc. 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. DO NOT PLACE it over an open flame or electric range burner without placing an asbestos pad under it. The time of year one is selling in can be a factor. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Important ~ Please Note ~ I am not an antiques dealer or collector. will receive an email confirming the item has been shipped.FEEDBACK:Feedback is left after you leave a feedback for us; we don't consider the transaction complete until we know you are happy.WISCONSIN SALES TAX:We are a retail store and have to charge sales tax to Wisconsin residents.