McCoy Pottery Cookies and Milk Set Salt and Pepper Shakers
McCoy Pottery · Kitchenware > Salt and Pepper Shakers
Era / Decade
1960s-1970s
Material
Glazed ceramic (stoneware/earthenware) with a characteristic speckled oatmeal or "milk" glaze.
Condition
Fair to Good. Visible crazing throughout (common for this era/brand), dark staining around the base rims, and significant chipping or surface wear on the foot of one shaker. Cork/plastic stoppers are missing.
Demand Level
Moderate. McCoy collectors are numerous, but salt and pepper shakers are common; sells best to those completing a specific set.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$10.00 - $18.00 (as a set in current condition)
Estimated Retail Value
$15.00 - $20.00 (comparable new set)
Comparable Sales
Recent sales on eBay for McCoy salt/pepper sets in similar condition range from $12 to $22. Mint condition sets with stoppers can reach $30.
Description
Vintage McCoy Pottery salt and pepper shaker set featuring a classic bell-shape with an oatmeal/cream speckled glaze. Adorned with cobalt blue decorative 'S' and 'P' in a stylized font. These were originally part of the 'Cookies and Milk' collection. The bottom features an incised mold number, typical of McCoy production.
Key Features
Recognizable McCoy branding/mold markings; highly collectible Mid-Century kitchenware; desirable blue and white farmhouse aesthetic; authentic 20th-century Americana.
Authenticity Indicators
Incised numbering on the base ('212' or similar mold series); distinct McCoy clay body and glaze style; mold 'pitting' marks. Confidence level: High.
Flaws to Note
Heavy crazing (stable but visible lines in glaze); missing bottom stoppers; chips on the unglazed base/foot; staining/shelf wear on the bottom edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for collectors), Etsy (best for vintage decor seekers), or Mercari.
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'Vintage McCoy,' 'Crazed Glaze,' and 'Farmhouse Decor.' Photograph the base clearly to show the mold number. Mention that stoppers are missing so the buyer isn't surprised. Bundle with other McCoy 'Cookies and Milk' pieces if available for higher profit.