Attributed Webster School Canning Jar, (Cumberland County, NC)

19th century, one gallon size, salt glazed stoneware, decorated with bands of impressed rings which extend from the collar to the mid-section, over which has been stamped the capacity within a circle, otherwise unmarked.

11 1/2 in.

Private Collection, Washington, North Carolina

An example of this capacity mark is seen in "The Webster School of Folk Potters" p. 73 figure 85.

Good condition; some potting flaws as made such as inclusions; expected wear to inner rim.