Listed by > Shift 2 Thrift Vintage < Listing 050-June-2026.
Description: Vintage T.G. Green Cornishware "Cornish Blue" Lidded Butter Crock.
Iconic alternating lathe-turned historic 'Electric Blue' (E-Blue) and white bands. Period-correct flat button-top central knob handle.
Heavy-gauge English yellowware body under a glossy glaze. Symmetrical cylindrical pot profile complete with its original, flush-fitting recessed lid wrapper. A rare, highly tactile culinary collectible.
Did you know that lidded specialty serving crocks are the holy grail for vintage earthenware hunters? Because lids were highly fragile and frequently dropped or chipped over the last 70 years, finding a perfectly married original pot and lid set is an anomaly.
This specific flat-tapered button knob profile and early green banner shield mark confirm this set was manufactured by T.G. Green & Co. Ltd in Church Gresley, England, between the 1930s and 1950s.
Original pieces from this era boast the famous hand-dipped 'Electric Blue' slip variance, which displays beautiful, rich depth compared to flat modern reproductions. Original pieces from this golden era carry an incredible premium among country cottage preservationists and professional food prop stylists who demand genuine heritage kitchenalia over slick, mass-produced modern copies.
Original Intended Use: Countertop soft-butter storage or grated parmesan table service.
Alternate Suggested Use: Stylized sea salt cellar, artisanal garlic bulb vault, high-end desk paper clip container, or a gorgeous photography prop.
Made in England, Circa 1940s.
Condition: Very good antique structural condition with beautiful external display appeal. No exterior hairline cracks, structural fractures, or modern restorations.
Visible Flaws: Minor age-related wear.
Features tight, clean, uniform glaze crazing across the exterior matching pieces. The pristine white lid and heavily dark-toned interior of the base pot are a factory-matched pair from the exact same era; the stark internal browning is standard, highly sought-after kitchen seasoning from decades of storing salted butter or fats seeping naturally through the porous clay base while the lid stayed protected from direct contact.
Please view images for full condition, images from part of the description. I do not accept returns, and I do not offer Refunds, I clearly list flaws, as a buyer you are open to ask questions and you must ensure you have viewed the full condition of the item, before you purchase it. Photos are enlarged and lighting is enhanced to provide the best view of the listed item. Use of a ruler is recommended to familiarize yourself with the size. Your purchase is your confirmation that you agree with the condition and size of the item.
Approximate Dimensions: Diameter 12cm, Height 8.5cm, Volume 400 ml.
Price: R695.00.
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