There are some very simple rules to remember that will help you avoid buying reproduction cookie jars. It won't guarantee you won't get fooled - we all can - but here are a few sure fire things to remember. ...
McCoy Pottery Recognizing an Original [View Our Listings] This 20th century company is well-known both for its artware and universal lines of tableware, as well as ornamental pieces and down-to-earth pottery...
One thing I've noticed: many sellers (and buyers) mistakenly think that because a piece of pottery is stamped ''USA'' or ''made in USA'' that it is McCoy. Not so! True, McCoy stamped some of its pieces...
Similar to our posting on fake and reproduction cookie jars, here are some basic and quick things to learn which can help you recognize reproduction McCoy wallpockets. There are many wallpockets being marked...
I recently started collecting McCoy dog dishes. I have been lucky enough to get several nice vintage bowls as well as some expensive fakes. There are several educational websites that are easy to find using...
I have had to learn the hard way about this one. However, one can share their experience, and hopefully you won't get taken! McCoy/Nelson McCoy has never produced Mammy or Cat string holders in all their years...
McCoy.....Nelson McCoy.....never made string holders.I can't tell you how many times I see these listed on Ebay as "old"..."Usual wear"..."normal wear"...most of this is followed by "the usual glaze pops and...