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Posted 1 year ago
Sherri9099
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I found this at a Thrift Store today and can't identify the marking. It's a "W" or an "M" in a half circle (disregard the magic marker mark on it - that's from the thrift store and I need to wash that off). It almost seems like the Merkelbach marking with the R in front of it. It stand about 10 inches tall and about 8 inches wide including the handle. I believe that's Father Christmas on the front, but I'm not even sure of that... Any info/help/thoughts would be greatly appreciated!
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You asked for thoughts, so I'll just throw this one out: generally Ms have straight sides and Ws have angled sides. Yours has angled sides, and is also under the number, indicating, in my mind, that it's a W. But that's just a thought. I have no clue about German pottery of any kind.
Thanks stefdesign, that actually helps a lot and is good to know :)
Here's a good starting point:
http://www.steinmarks.co.uk/pages/pv.asp?p=stein770
Can I also suggest Steve?
http://www.steveonsteins.com/
Good luck with your research!