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Stoneware Crock No damage - $100 (Longmont)
condition:
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Stoneware Crock, No cracks.
Last picture is from the https://www.chairish.com/product/5165427/19th-century-striped-brown-tan-glazed-crock
Website for $158.00. I also used an antique app and it showed the value is $100. Stoneware crocks have a rich history in American households, serving as indispensable tools for food preservation before refrigeration was common. From the late 18th century through the mid-20th century, these sturdy vessels were used for fermenting vegetables like sauerkraut and pickles, churning butter, or storing dry goods. The distinctive two-tone glaze, often a dark brown top over a lighter base, became a classic aesthetic for these utilitarian pieces. Many crocks were made by regional potteries, with some featuring cobalt blue decorations or capacity markings, adding to their collectible appeal.