large teapot

[Bill123]

A friend has asked my advice on purchasing a large Yixing teapot around 300ml volume. He will be hosting a series of oolong tastings. My experience is limited to my small collection of much smaller pots purchased in 2006-2008. I am hardly an expert!

My main concern is finding one with decent quality clay(not rare clay) but a pot that is safe to drink from. The pot need not be a masterpiece, just utilitarian. His budget is limited to $100.00. Is this a realistic budget for what he wants?? If so, does anyone have any advice on where I should look?

Thanks,

Bill123