G & A Black Somerset, PA Crock & Hamilton Jug
Updated August 25, 2026
This auction ended on September 10, 2026.
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| Lot number | 534 |
| Estimate | 100.00 - 150.00 USD |
| Category | Pottery, China & Glass |
| Auction | Antiques, Americana, and Advertising Auction - Day 2 |
| Date | September 10, 2026 at 3:30 PM EDT |
| Auction house | John M. Hess Auction Service, Inc. |
| Location | Manheim, Pennsylvania |
Well known for their "deer hoof" style of freehand decoration, this early 1-gallon crock was made by George and Albert Black in Somerfield, Somerset County, Pa. Together with a 3-gallon James Hamilton & Co., Greensboro, Pa. stenciled jug. Black crock, 9 3/4"H Chip on rim, hairlines on base. Hamilton jug with frying from the heat in the kiln and replaced handle.
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