McCoy Cookie jars were produced by the McCoy Pottery Company from 1939 until 1987 and have become the most sought after brands of collectible cookie jars in America. The first McCoy cookie jar design was the “Mammy” and until they ceased operations in 1987, McCoy created many other favorite designs during this period. During the long and storied history of the McCoy Pottery Company, ownership changed hands several times and there were many trademark claims made by the company and others on the “McCoy” name.
The popularity of McCoy cookie jars has caused many non-genuine and outright fakes to be offered for sale. It’s vitally important that you do your research prior to purchasing items being offered as McCoy Cookie Jars. Just because the piece may have the word “McCoy” written or stamped on its bottom does not mean it’s the “Real McCoy”. Make certain that you view any photos of the item offered for sale and compare them carefully to images of known genuine McCoy cookie jars of the same design and vintage.
