Oliver China Company |
Sebring Ohio Historical Society 126 North 15th Street Sebring, Ohio 44672 330-938-6920 |
Marks include 'Oliver China Co./ Sebring', and 'Verus', over a line and 'Porcelain'. |
Opened in 1898 on South 15th street and Baugh Ave. as the first pottery in Sebring. Owned and named for Oliver Sebring. George Eugene Sebring took over and placed his son Orval as manager. 1899-1909. Made semi-porcelain earthenwares. George sold the plant to his brother Ellsworth, who changed its name to The E. H. Sebring China Company in 1911. Made fine porcelain as well as toilet seats. |
Photo courtesy of Kyle Richmond |