Devaluation of any collectible based on damage is ALWAYS a very difficult subject as many factors must be taken into account. Issues such as these can greatly alter the devaluation system used here:
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For some reason, the rules of artware and dinnerware devaluation do not seem to apply to stoneware. Some feel that the sheer age of stoneware means that a significant allowance should be made when evaluating damage on stoneware, especially on one-of-a-kind pieces.
As you review the Damage definitions in this page you'll see the word Devaluation followed by the word NONE or one to five $ signs representing a percentage of market value. This table should clarify the method used here...
| As shown in Damage pages | Devaluation from Market |
| NONE | 0% |
| $ | 20% |
| $$ | 40% |
| $$$ | 60% |
| $$$$ | 80% |
| $$$$$ | 100% |