How do you know it's McKee glass? And do I see writing on it? Perhaps it was used for something else, than water?
I looked also and couldn't find anything....which certain ups the value somewhat!
Linda C

Linda, because the "McKee Glass Company Jeanette, PA" is stamped on the lid and the base. We are pretty certain it is a water cooler because it has inside sleeve to hold ice and the cooler has a spout on the outside. Thanks, Susan

I am doing a search in my depression glass price guides and will let you know what I find. My guess is that you have a nice treasure!

Kim in Pa

Kim, thanks, we would appreciate any info you could give us or at least point us in the right direction! Thanks again for your quick response!

I think perhaps it was meant for something other than water....something that it would be important not to dilute with melting ice.
I searched for wine cooler and dispenser and for lemonade with no luck on finding what you have.
I would try looking on line for specialists in depression era glassware and email the picture and see what you find. Here's just one linked below.
Linda C

Here is a link that might be useful: glassware

Hi ~ I found it!

In the fourth edition of Kitchen Glassware by Gene Florence it is listed on page 30. Keep in mind the book was printed in 1992. Gene Florence wrote:

"The McKee water dispenser as shown below has a separate center holder for ice. I guess that idea never caught on, but it seems like a neat idea to me. The cooler sells for between $75.00 -85.00."

Now my educated guess, having sold antiques and collectibles for the past 15 years is that the value has multiplied many times over. I would not sell it for less than $300.00, and that may be low. I will let you know if I find a current value.

Kim in Pa

I forgot to mention that the one pictured in the book did NOT have the pedestal base that yours has. Is it one piece or two? I love a good search. :)

Kim in Pa

This McKee water dispenser has a pedestal, main piece, insert, and a lid. It is in mint condition. Thank you for all your info you have sent us. Anything else you could find out would be greatly appreciated. I have already sent an email and pic to the link supplied by you Linda. Thank you Kim for all the info you have sent us. It is a very beautiful piece I must say and it's nice to find out what we can about it. Thank you both again! Susan in PA

Looks like a nice treasure to me.

Florence