Item 8975
 
Coming to you from Doc's Crocks is this Stunning 2 Gallon Stoneware Jug made and stamped by "J. Norton & Co., Bennington, VT.
 
This is the mark of Julius Norton, his cousin Edward Norton, and his son, Luman who worked together in the family pottery from 1859-1861 (William Ketchum, Jr., American Stoneware, pp. 41-44).
 
This beauty sports the Pottery Stamp with Cobalt Wash, and a Huge Bird on a Branch Decoration in Bright Bennington Cobalt Blue. The blue is as good as it gets!  Stands 13 1/2" tall.
 
Exceptional Condition.  As made.  No damage of any kind.  A couple 1/4" stone pings and a salt drip in the making. 
 
Ships double-boxed, insured, and FREE