Four gallon stoneware crock decorated with cobalt blue nosegay. Made by J. S. Taft and Co., Keene, NH. Note the opposed a and f letters in the Taft stamp. Height and diameter both 12 inches.

Stoneware jug by T. Crafts and Co. Nashua (New Hampshire), 19th century. Two gallon ovoid form with rolled rim and applied lug handle. Good condition with one small ding on the side. Height 13.5 inches.

Stoneware ovoid form crock made by Goodale Stedman of Hartford, CT, circa 1850. Height 13.75 inches. One very shallow old chip at the rim.

Stoneware 2 gallon butter churn crock made by A. K. Ballard, Burlington, VT, circa 1867-1872. Very good condition. Height 11 inches.

William R. and Gilbert Ottman stoneware crock, circa 1872-1892. Marked Ottman Bros. and Co. Fort Edward NY. Strong cobalt blue design, some chips which are shown in the photographs. No cracks or repairs. Measures 7.5" high x 9" wide.