An exceptional Decorated Stoneware Crock, 3-Gallon capacity, New England origin, mid-1800's. Impressed with a cobalt-washed stamp below the rim: J. NORTON & CO. / BENNINGTON, VT. This is the rare, 2-year Norton mark, only used between 1859-1861. See Bill Ketchum's "American Stoneware", pp.42-44 for further information. Entire front features a very impressive Floral Bouquet decoration in bold, Slip-Trailed Cobalt. Well-executed and perfectly proportioned (see close-ups).Condition: Some minor imperfections in the making, a faint y-shape surface hairline (front, upper left), and a shallow chip on the left handle; otherwise excellent. This Norton Crock will not disappoint and will feature prominently in any collection of Antique Stoneware or Americana. See photos for complete details and please consider them as part of the description. Measures 11-1/2"W x 10-3/8"H overall with a base diameter of 10-3/8". The inner and outer rim diameters are 9-3/8" and 10-3/4", respectively; 10+ lbs.Offered with absolutely . Ships fully insured to the highest buyer, anywhere in the lower 48. Domestic (US) buyers with Paypal only, please. No International shipping, no exceptions. Payment is expected within 3 days. Good Luck, thanks for looking, and be sure to bookmark my sales, listed and ending daily.