Lot #: 453
Price Realized: $402.50
($350 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 11 years old, and the American ceramics market frequently changes. Additionally, small nuances of color, condition, shape, etc. can mean huge differences in price. If you're interested in having us sell a similar item for you, please contact us here.
Stoneware Canning Jar with Wheeling, WV Advertising, Western PA origin, circa 1875, tapered jar with rounded wax sealer rim, decorated with freehand cobalt stripes and featuring the stenciled advertising, "JOHN F. THOMPSON / DEALER IN STAPLE & FANCY GROCERIES / WHEELING. W. VA". Excellent condition with some light wear to cobalt. H 10 1/8".
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