#68 • Large New York Tobacco Co. Stoneware Jar

Part of Online Only Absolute Estate Auction 1-20-24 (live auction by Valley Auctions)

High bid $120.00

Status: Sold

In cobalt Geo. W. Helme Co, Water Pine St., N.Y. This was for the George W. Helme Snuff and Tobacco Co, circa 1885. That was the location of their manufacturing facility. Some overall discoloration, a small damaged spot before the P in Pine, and a number of chipped and flaked areas on the rim. Large chip on the base, and some cracks that do not appear to be severe. There are stress fractures 1-2 inches above the base going in a ring around the jar. 10 inch base diameter x 13.5 inches tall.