Question:
I have a partial Red Wing dinnerware set, which is not in the best of condition. I would like to know more info about the pieces and if there is any value to them anymore. I have 8 plates, many have chips or cracks in them; 4 coffee cups in good condition; and a sugar dish with no lid and both handles broken off. These pieces all have the dk. pink rose pattern. The creamer dish has a yellow tulip.

Answer: The name of your pattern is Lexington. Many people call it Lexington Rose. Lexington was introduced by Red Wing in 1941 and produced until 1955. The pattern sold well and the supply is plentiful today, especially for common pieces such as plates and cups.

A Lexington dinner plate in excellent condition (no chips, cracks or staining) would be worth $15 – $25. Cups (with no saucer) in excellent condition would be worth around $5 each. The broken sugar bowl with no cover has little or no value. The damaged plates might be worth a couple of dollars if the damage is relatively minor. The creamer with yellow tulip is not Red Wing.

Larry