Even the most ordinary-looking stoneware crock or jug sitting in a basement or attic could be hiding surprising value. The key is often found in the maker's mark - those small stamps, impressions, or ...

It has an indented mark/stamp on the bottom “Western Stoneware Co.” in a half horseshoe or circle mark with “Monmouth, Ills.” stamped on it. I have not found anything like it before — and I still look ...

Q. I wonder if you can help me identify this crock and its value. I have had many comments on this crock and would be interested in its history. –Dolores Hart, Joliet A. Before the advent of ...

I’ve always been fascinated by old crocks and how something so simple can hold real value. Many people have these vintage stoneware pieces tucked away, unaware they might be worth quite a bit. In this ...