Stoneware does not chip easily, however, earthenware does and is often marketed as stoneware. As usual, the quality of the original piece also enhances it's durability (or lack thereof).
The following link is helpful:
http://stoneware.seeleys.com/html/what_is_stoneware.html
Pfaltzgraff Patio Garden chips really easily. It's supposed to be stoneware but it is really junk. Stay away from it.
Porcelain is a very fine and delicate clay body and as such is more likely to chip than stoneware which contains grog, a pre fired clay, that strengthens the piece.
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I don't know that it's better to bake with stoneware. It really just depends on your personal preference. Many people like to bake with stoneware, because stoneware absorbs the flavor of the food you are baking. Therefore, after you bake many things on stoneware, the stoneware actually adds flavor to your food.
The stoneware won't, but if there are contaminants in it they could.
No. So you can easily get a copy of it.
Yes they are.
Stoneware is more dense than earthenware and so is heavier.
According to chefscatalog.com, their ambrosia dinnerware is made from stoneware.
1) They are expensive 2) They can be tempremental 3) They can break easily, as they are small and fragile
$300
Handmade stoneware jugs can be purchased online at Handmadegrowlers or eBay. Your local stoneware shop should also be able to order one if they don't have in stock.