Lot #: 66
Price Realized: $143.75
($125 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 12 years old, and the American ceramics market frequently changes. Additionally, small nuances of color, condition, shape, etc. can mean huge differences in price. If you're interested in having us sell a similar item for you, please contact us here.
Three-Gallon Richmond, VA Stoneware Advertising Jug, late 19th century, cylindrical shoulder jug with the dark blue advertising "PHIL G. KELLY CO. / STRAIGHT WHISKIES, / K / RICHMOND, VA." A few base chips on reverse. Wear and a small chip to shoulder molding. Small chip to shoulder. Small chips to spout. Some staining to surface.
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