How do I know if my Roseville pottery is real?

A genuine Roseville piece will be more finely decorated. The glaze also has more of a matte finish, which has a rougher feel in comparison to authentic Roseville pieces.

What do the numbers on the bottom of Roseville pottery mean?

The Shape-Size Number Roseville Pottery pieces have shape and size numbers, which are usually part of the in-mold marks used after the mid-1930s. For example, the number 728-10 refers to a 10 inch form in the Silhouette line, while the number 991-12 refers to a 12 inch vase in the white Rose line.

What are the markings on Roseville pottery?

Roseville Pottery Marks With Names RPCo – This mark appears on pieces made from the time the factory opened in 1904 through the 1920s. Rozane – The Rozane mark was used before the mid-1920s and sometimes also included the name of the line. Rv – This mark appears on pieces made from around 1915 through about 1925.

How old is my Roseville pottery?

The Roseville Pottery Company began producing utility lines more than 100 years ago in Roseville, Ohio. In 1898, the company moved to modern facilities in Zanesville, Ohio.

Has Roseville Pottery decreased in value?

The Roseville Wisteria blue vase shape 629-4 has fallen in value a little over 25% since 2007. Since 2008 the price has fallen a little over 11%.

How old is my Roseville Pottery?

What is the oldest Roseville pottery?

Rozane marks
Rozane marks were the earliest used by Roseville, and in most instances, those pieces are dark in coloring and plain in shape. Other marks include the early RV ink stamp and the more common Roseville U.S.A. Collectors and dealers should also be aware of a number of Roseville reproductions on the market.

How do you clean Roseville pottery?

The most effective thing we have found to remove mineral deposits such as calcium, lime, and rust stains from art pottery such as Roseville, Van Briggle, Rookwood, Weller, and others is to soak the vase in full strength white vinegar.

How do you identify vase markings?

Look for a mark on the bottom of the vase. Marks may reflect the name of the company that made the vase, as well as the name of its designer. When the vase has a company name and an artist’s name, it may be worth more than if it simply has a company name. Marks may be inked, painted or engraved into the bottom.