This web page is where we at www.wisconsinstoneware.com define our value and rarity marking system to better inform you on how to use this website and our parent site www.wisantique.com to help you understand Wisconsin stoneware value as well as satisfy your curiosity about Wisconsin stoneware.
Appleton Valley Churn 3 Gallon This web page is where we define our value and rarity marking system to better inform you on how to use this website and our parent site www.wisantique.com to help you understand Wisconsin stoneware value as well as satisfy your curiosity about Wisconsin stoneware
To most accurately ascribe value we have broken down or defined value into three fundamental indicators:
We have created this chart, below, to show the rarity of stoneware from the manufacturer or advertiser. In collecting the ability to acquire and object or example is in direct correlation to this rarity scale. Scale is 1 thru 5.
Below is a chart showing our value scale designated by letters A-I. All values assume item being in perfect condition and desirability. Obviously damages can dramatically impact value.
This is a scale numbered 1 thru 5 depicting the rarity and desirability of a certain type of form / shape of stoneware from a manufacturer or advertiser. Shapes/ forms consist of crocks, jugs, butter churns, cream pots &etc.. In this instance this scale will not apply to the stoneware bottle gallery.