However, some of the earlier Wade pieces from the 1950s and 1960s are even more valuable. How Can I Tell If My Wade Pottery Is Collectable?

The Wade Whimsieswere introduced as a temporary marketing strategy, yet their popularity took off, making them a signature collectable range. Wade pottery markings are identified based on the year the item was produced and in which factory. Depending on the condition of the pottery piece and the year it was made, the value and the collectability of the piece will be reflected in the price. Over time, the design of the jugs passed through various manufacturers, ending up with Royal Winton Grimwade in the 1930s.So whether you want a cool vase or a cool sounding jug, gurgle pots are for you. How much water does a Gurgle Pot hold?

Gurgle Pots are incredibly versatile, they're also great conversation starters – when filled with colorful flowers or plants, they can really add a touch of elegance to any room or garden! These markings were used on Flaxman pottery from c1937 to c1939, however at times the Flaxman can be missing.

These markings show the Wade (Ulster) Ltd markings used from 1953 onwards in the Irish Portadown factory. If you’re looking to sell your Wade pottery, or enquire about valuations of Wade pottery, our experts are here to help. We’ve also created this markings guide to allow you to identify dates and makers marks on your Wade pottery. Why is Wade Pottery Famous? Not just a jug, as good as the Gluggle Jug is at being a jug with its' eye-catching design it can be used for more decorative purposes. The Gluggle Jug is happy being admired on a mantlepiece, shelf, kitchen work surface or wherever you fancying placing it. Aside from its decorative value, the practical side isn't just a jug, the Gluggle Jug feels quite at home being used as a vase or utensil holder you could try popping your pens and stationery in it or even make-up brushes. After WWII however, wartime restrictions limited how much they could manufacture with the materials they had. Demand was still high, so they needed to find a manufacturer who could supply what they needed. Dartmouth Pottery had recently opened, and did not have the same restrictions that Royal Winton Grimwade was encumbered with. A partnership was created; Dartmouth Pottery would mould the jugs ready to be decorated by Royal Winton Grimwade.