National Graniteware Society

NGS Commemoratives
NGS Members Enjoy Collecting Convention Commemoratives The National Graniteware Society had its first convention in 1987. The members who attended that first convention received the first Convention Commemoratives. A special commemorative is issued for each convention. These highly collectible items are available only to NGS members who are registered for, and attend, the convention. Each year since 1987 convention attendees have received a new addition for their Convention Commemorative Collection.

To qualify for a convention commemorative you must have your membership dues paid up to date, have your registration for the convention paid by July 1st, and pick it up in person at the convention. Members who do not attend the convention are not eligible to receive a commemorative.

The reason non-convention participants are not allowed to buy commemoratives is a simple one. The commemorative is considered as a special remembrance for those in attendance. To loosen the rules regarding commemorative distribution would serve to lesson its value to those who do attend. Those registered for the convention by July 1st are guaranteed a commemorative at the convention. Those registering after that date will receive a commemorative on a first come, first served basis, as long as the supply lasts.

Registered convention goers may buy additional commemoratives and "special commemoratives" at the NGS Convention Auction on Saturday. Special commemoratives usually considered more valuable. They vary from normal commemoratives because the color, mottling, size, or swirl has been changes to make them unique. Proceeds from the sale of these commemoratives and "specials" help NGS fund the annual convention.

Commemorative History Please click on links below to view the photo of the commemorative
NGS Convention #1 - 1987 Cedar Rapids, IA Watch Fob	NGS Convention #8 - 1994 Springfield, IL Blue & White Swirl Kitchen Spoon	NGS Convention #15 - 2001 Cedar Rapids, IA Replica Trade Card Set w/ Case
NGS Convention #2 - 1988 Galesburg, IL Nesco Advertising Pot Scraper	NGS Convention #9 - 1995 Springfield, IL Blue & White Speckled Mini Baking Pan	NGS Convention #16 - 2002 Cedar Rapids, IA Teapot Medallion
NGS Convention #3 - 1989 Dubuque, IA Chrysolite Advertising Metal Fan	NGS Convention #10 - 1996 Springfield, IL Royal Granite Steelware Nesco Boy Cardboard Advertisement	NGS Convention #17 - 2003 Cedar Rapids, IA Miniature Gray & White Cup
NGS Convention #4 - 1990 Terre Haute, IN Blue & White Speckled Sauce Pan	NGS Convention #11 - 1997 Springfield, IL Blue & White Salesman Sample Wash Basin	NGS Convention #18 - 2004 Dayton, OH Pot Luck Pin
NGS Convention #5 - 1991 St. Louis, MO Gray Mottled Child's ABC Plate	NGS Convention #12 - 1998 Springfield, IL Gray Mottled Biscuit Cutter	NGS Convention #19 - 2005 Dayton, OH Flying High Pin
NGS Convention #6 - 1992 Springfield, IL Royal Granite Paper Advertising Fan	NGS Convention #13 - 1999 Columbus, IN Mini Cast Iron Fry Pan - Blue w/ White Specks	NGS Convention #20 2006 Dayton, Ohio Light Blue & White Candlestickholder
NGS Convention #7 - 1993 Springfield, IL Royal Granite Iron Advertising Tip Tray	NGS Convention #14 - 2000 Columbus, IN Mini Onyx Biscuit Cutter	NGS Convention #21 2007 Dayton, Ohio Blue & White Strainer