Question:
I recently inherited a True China,from 1960,two tier serving tray. I was interesting if you knew any history behind it and its value.
Thank-you, Lisa Johnson

Answer:
Lisa, A photo or more thorough description of your tiered tray would help.
True China is a Red Wing dinnerware line (or shape) that was made in
8 different patterns. The tiered trays were made from various sizes
of plates and bowls. Without more information I really don’t know
what you have.

While tiered trays are listed in at least one Red Wing sales
brochure, they were primarily made to be sold at the Red Wing Pottery
Salesroom. This was a company-owned store where Red Wing
sold surplus and second quality items. Workers drilled a hole in
the center of a piece, and the store staff assembled them into tiered
trays. The type of trays made depended on the surplus pieces that
were sent to the store.

While some people appreciate the tiered trays, most collectors
consider these to be damaged pieces due to the drilled holes. Value
is generally low, in the $10 to $25 range depending on the pieces and
dinnerware pattern involved.

Thanks, Larry