Question:
I have a vase bottom mark Red Wing USA and 2001, color Pink Zephyr Fleck inside and out. I have most every Red Wing identification book in print. I find B2001 in the Tropicana line in the books but no 2001. The vase is the same shape and size as B2001 but without the Tropicana relief on the front. Any information available would be appreciated.

Answer : I don’t have a real answer, it could be a redone shape, the fleck glazes are slightly older than Tropicana. I don’t have a listing for 2001 either, Murphy did a hobnail ashtray with that number, but it’s not a vase form. I did just find a similiar form, but it’s marked 2003, and is plain, no decoration like Tropicana. Value is around 30.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose