Item 12681
 
Coming to you from Doc's Crocks is this uncommon Blue and White 3 lb Butter Crock.
 
The form and coloration of this butter crock indicates that it was made by the Western Stoneware Co., Monmouth, Illinois.  You can see a nearly identical one from the 1928 Catalogue on p. 127 of Monmouth-Western Stoneware by Jim Martin and Bette Cooper. 
 
Dating to the early 20th century, this beauty has a diffused blue coloration with "Butter" in a Fancy Frame. Retains is original lid and bail handle. Measures 5 1/2" tall and 6" wide across the top.
 
As you know, this is not a common pattern for this maker.
 
Exceptional Condition.  As made. No damage of any kind. 
 
Ships double-boxed, insured, and FREE
 
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