McCoy Mammy Cookie Jars

by Suzanne

in Vintage Cookie Jars

McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar with CauliflowerMcCoy Mammy Cookie Jars play a significant role in Black American memorabilia. They began in a time when such depictions were acceptable, then went out of circulation when social conditions changed. Eventually they resurfaced, both originals and reproductions, thanks to the boom in the antique and vintage collectibles.

Two Types of Jars:

McCoy made two Mammy jars, one of which is cold painted, featuring Cauliflowers, and relatively rare (value can go as high as $1,000).

Aqua Blue McCoy Mammy Cookie JarsThe second jar is a mold of Mammy the 1944 version reading, "Dem cookies show am good". In 1948 the wording was changed to read simply "Cookies". There were three colors - yellow, aqua blue and white. There are rumors that there was a third mold with alternative wording, but that product never reached beyond the planning stages.

Real or Fake?

McCoy Mammy Cookie JarUnfortunately several unscrupulous companies have made knockoffs of the McCoy Mammy cookie jar, making it harder for collectors to be certain they have the real deal. Some sellers may simply not know they have a replica, while others do know it and use very careful wording in their auctions to try and fool the novice collector. Just because a jar says McCoy on the bottom does NOT insure that its real. In fact, the vast majority of online auctions offer reproductions or knock-off mammy's, and not all of them SAY so. Be wary if the seller has an iffy history on the jar or if the small cracks in the paint look even and dark.

Some Specifications:

Yellow McCoy Mammy Cookie JarsMcCoy made Mammy Cookie Jars between 1944 and 1957. They are marked McCoy and stand exactly 11" in height. These jars are not plentiful so if a seller has dozens of them, they're likely fraudulent. This cookie jar has some heft to it - it won't feel light in your hands.

When you're buying online - always be wary. Check your seller's feedback. Generally if you're not sure you have a real McCoy Mammy cookie jar it's best to hold off until you're certain the piece is real. The only time a knockoff is "ok" is (a) it's sold as one with a suitable price for an imitation, and (b) you want it to round a collection temporarily until you find a real Mammy.

Pricing:

Pricing on Mammy cookie jars vary. I found the white cold paint version for about $300 on average in relatively good condition (the knock of off this Mammy sells for about $30).

Here are the current listings on eBay:

McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar Very good condition
McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar Very good condition $80.00
End Date: Thursday Feb-9-2012 10:31:53 PST
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Casa Vero By ACK White Mammy Cookie Jar color Red White Apron Green Dress
Casa Vero By ACK White Mammy Cookie Jar color Red White Apron Green Dress $24.99
End Date: Thursday Feb-9-2012 12:46:14 PST
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McCoy Black Americana Mammy Checked Apron Cookie Jar
McCoy Black Americana Mammy Checked Apron Cookie Jar $52.00 (4 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Feb-9-2012 16:38:09 PST
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Authentic Brayton Laguna Mammy Cookie Jar Excellent Condition
Authentic Brayton Laguna Mammy Cookie Jar Excellent Condition $120.00
End Date: Thursday Feb-9-2012 17:46:36 PST
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McCoy Black Americana Mammy Cookie Jar with Green Blouse and White Skirt
McCoy Black Americana Mammy Cookie Jar with Green Blouse and White Skirt $42.00
End Date: Thursday Feb-9-2012 18:46:07 PST
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Vintage McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar
Vintage McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar $65.00
End Date: Thursday Feb-9-2012 19:49:17 PST
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Mammy Cookie Jar McCoy
Mammy Cookie Jar McCoy $21.00 (8 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Feb-9-2012 19:52:03 PST
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Vintage Rare Black Americana Mammy Cookie Jar Basket weave Handle
Vintage Rare Black Americana Mammy Cookie Jar Basket weave Handle $157.50 (5 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Feb-9-2012 20:44:04 PST
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Vintage McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar
Vintage McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar $149.99
End Date: Thursday Feb-9-2012 22:16:02 PST
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Charming mammy cookie jar
Charming mammy cookie jar $20.00
End Date: Friday Feb-10-2012 12:59:01 PST
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Nice Vintage Mammy Cookie Jar
Nice Vintage Mammy Cookie Jar $110.16
End Date: Friday Feb-10-2012 15:31:59 PST
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Mammy Cookie Jar Old Negro Black memorbilia
Mammy Cookie Jar Old Negro Black memorbilia $29.98
End Date: Friday Feb-10-2012 15:42:10 PST
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Black Americana Mammy Clay Art Jazz Singer Billie Holiday Cookie Jar MINT HTF
Black Americana Mammy Clay Art Jazz Singer Billie Holiday Cookie Jar MINT HTF $79.99
End Date: Friday Feb-10-2012 21:15:35 PST
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Black Americana Mammy Fitz Floyd Rio Rita Cookie Jar
Black Americana Mammy Fitz  Floyd Rio Rita Cookie Jar $29.99
End Date: Friday Feb-10-2012 21:28:40 PST
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WIHOAS ORGINALS BLACK MAMMY COOKIE JAR MINT WISECARVER POTTERY JAR HTF 1988
WIHOAS ORGINALS BLACK MAMMY COOKIE JAR MINT WISECARVER POTTERY JAR HTF 1988 $250.00
End Date: Saturday Feb-11-2012 11:15:13 PST
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Luzianne Mammy Vintage 50s Cookie Jar
Luzianne Mammy Vintage 50s Cookie Jar $45.00
End Date: Saturday Feb-11-2012 11:55:35 PST
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Sweet Black Americana Mammy Aunt Jemima Cookie Jar bank
Sweet Black Americana Mammy Aunt Jemima Cookie Jar bank $299.00
End Date: Saturday Feb-11-2012 13:44:53 PST
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Mammy Cookie Jar Bottom McCoy
Mammy Cookie Jar Bottom McCoy $0.99 (1 Bid)
End Date: Saturday Feb-11-2012 15:26:58 PST
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MCCOY POTTERY MAMMY COOKIE JAR
MCCOY POTTERY MAMMY COOKIE JAR $225.00
End Date: Saturday Feb-11-2012 16:52:35 PST
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MAMMY COOKIE JAR PORCELAIN GREEN WHITE BLUE YELLOW
MAMMY COOKIE JAR PORCELAIN GREEN WHITE BLUE YELLOW $67.00
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 6:27:53 PST
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Rare vintage Mammy Cookie Jar
Rare vintage Mammy Cookie Jar $49.99
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 6:34:44 PST
Buy It Now for only: $150.00
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VTG McCOY POTTERY MAMMY COOKIE JAR
VTG McCOY POTTERY MAMMY COOKIE JAR $24.99
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 6:38:11 PST
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MC COY MAMMY COOKIE JAR MARKED MCCOY LATE 40S OR 50S
MC COY MAMMY COOKIE JAR MARKED MCCOY LATE 40S OR 50S $159.00
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 6:56:35 PST
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Mccoy Cookie Jar Mammy Full Green Dress With Checkered Apron
Mccoy Cookie Jar Mammy Full Green Dress With Checkered Apron $55.00
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 9:21:38 PST
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Newton Falls Ohio Cookbook Louise Circle Vintage Advertising Mammy Cookie Jar
Newton Falls Ohio Cookbook Louise Circle Vintage Advertising Mammy Cookie Jar $4.99
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 9:55:28 PST
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Vintage Brayton Laguna CA Pottery Mammie Mammy Cookie Jar
Vintage Brayton Laguna CA Pottery Mammie Mammy Cookie Jar $499.00
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 10:05:07 PST
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Vtg Black AMERICANA Biscuit Jar Plaid Poka Dot Bottom MAMMY NoLid Ratan Handle
Vtg Black AMERICANA Biscuit Jar Plaid  Poka Dot Bottom MAMMY NoLid Ratan Handle $99.99
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 11:36:46 PST
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Corl Pottery Mammy Memo Pad Cookie jar 32 of 100 RARE
Corl Pottery Mammy Memo Pad Cookie jar 32 of 100 RARE $116.99
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 13:50:17 PST
Buy It Now for only: $129.99
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VINTAGE BLACK AMERICANA MAMMY COOKIE JAR
VINTAGE BLACK AMERICANA MAMMY COOKIE JAR $40.00
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 15:08:09 PST
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McCoy Black Americana Mammy Cookie Jar with Green Blouse and White Skirt
McCoy Black Americana Mammy Cookie Jar with Green Blouse and White Skirt $42.00
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 15:59:07 PST
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Aunt Jemima Mammy Cookie Jar
Aunt Jemima Mammy Cookie Jar $60.00
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 16:21:17 PST
Buy It Now for only: $72.00
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IRISH Aunt Jemima Mammy Cookie Jar
IRISH Aunt Jemima Mammy Cookie Jar $73.00
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 16:29:13 PST
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Blackface Black Face Aunt Jemima Cookie Jar Mammy Maimie Ladys Head Rare
Blackface Black Face Aunt Jemima Cookie Jar Mammy Maimie Ladys Head Rare $79.99
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 19:01:18 PST
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McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar
McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar $260.99
End Date: Sunday Feb-12-2012 19:09:43 PST
Buy It Now for only: $290.69
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McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar
McCoy Mammy Cookie Jar $50.00
End Date: Monday Feb-13-2012 5:35:47 PST
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