How to Collect Weller Pottery

The Weller Pottery Company was founded in 1972 in Ohio, and quickly grew to one of the largest in the state. By the 1920s, it became S.S. Weller, Inc. Weller pottery pieces are well-known around the United States and the world. Collect Weller pottery pieces by the different designers who worked for the company over its long history.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• "Warman's Weller Pottery Identification and Price Guide"

1. Study the different lines of Weller pottery. For instance, Aetna, LaSala and Hudson are among those from the earlier days of the company. Most of these are hand-decorated.

2. Collect a smaller Weller vase as a starter. If you shop carefully, you can find a piece with few or no flaws for $125 to $200.

3. Work your way toward one of the art nouveau Weller pottery pieces to collect. These can run over $1000 for a flawless piece, depending on the size.

4. Look for the Weller insignia on the bottom. Read descriptions carefully when shopping online auctions or sales sites.

5. Read about Weller pottery from the experts before you collect. Denise and David Rago are considered experts on Weller and have a guide with descriptions and photographs called "Warman's Weller Pottery Identification and Price Guide."

6. Enjoy the many styles of vases for which Weller is famous. You can also find wall plaques made of Weller pottery that make unique home displays.

Tips & Warnings

• Weller Coopertone is a distinctive line. Usually green with fish and frog motifs, these pieces run over $1500 but complete any Weller collection.

Resources

• Krause Books sells the Rago collectors and price guide.
• Just Art Pottery sells Weller online.